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Resources


The following is a list of resources available free of charge from Parkinson Society Canada , available in PDF format. You may also request copies through info.cno@parkinson.ca, 1-800-565-3000, or by contacting your regional Parkinson Society. Your regional Society will also have books, videos and other resources on a variety of topics related to Parkinson’s.

Brochures :

Research Highlights 2009-2011

 English (1.89 MB)

 French (1.64 MB)

Stem Cell Research and Parkinson's

English (159 k)

French (184 k)

10 Steps to Help You Cope with Diagnosis

English (122 k)

French (136 k)

National Research Program

English (140 k)

French (150 k)

Progression of Parkinson's

English (372 k)

French (346 k)

Parkinson's: The Facts

English
(1.09 MB)

French (1.11 MB)

Where to get the help you need


English
(1.0 MB)

French
(1.0 MB)


How you can be a supportive caregiver


English
(755 k)

French
(738 k)


How you can get a better night's sleep


English
(800 k)

French
(774 k)


What you can do to prevent and relieve constipation


English
(1.25 MB)

French
(1.27 MB)


Booklets/Pamphlets

What you need to know about Parkinson's: Information for Health Care Staff at Long-Term Care Facilities includes: Tip Sheet: Caring for Residents with Parkinson's in Long-Term Care Facilities

English
(2.12 MB)

French
(2.12 MB)


Exercises for People with Parkinson's


English
(455.8 k)

French
(454.2 k)


Parkinson's Disease: Social and Economic Impact


English
(502 k)

French
(502 k)


Manuals

A Manual for People Living with Parkinson’s Disease, Parkinson Society Canada , 2003.

Parkinson Society Canada developed the manual to provide information and helpful tips that will assist you to better manage the disease. It will answer questions and provide further resources and services that can help. The manual is divided into many chapters that are self-contained, making it easy to learn about various topics at your own pace. To request a copy (free of charge), contact info.cno@parkinson.ca.


Web casts

To view the archived version of the June 20th 2006 web cast on the Non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, featuring Dr. Mandar Jog, click here