PARKINSON NEWS PWR! TALK MARCH 2016 MCI(P) 081/04/2015

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1 MARCH 2016 MCI(P) 081/04/2015 PARKINSON NEWS PWR! TALK On 8th January 2016, PSS invited Dr Claire McLean from Parkinson Wellness Recovery (PWR!) to conduct Exercise as Medicine. Response for the talk was great, with around 40 guests filling the venue to capacity. The talk emphasised the importance of exercise and its effects on brain health and efficiency. Dr McLean explained how regular physical activity could improve the conditions of People with Parkinson (PwP) in their preclinical, early/moderate and advanced stages. Regular exercise is essential in keeping PwP healthy and active. It has multiple physiological, psychological and physical benefits as exercise can protect the body against degeneration. Engaging in regular exercises can help to slow down the progression of Parkinson and minimise disability in individuals. Our members and caregivers found the talk beneficial. PSS member Ricky commented, We learn about other Parkinson establishments, and the talk also makes us more aware of available resources out there. PSS member Elan added, It was informational and useful. The speaker is very knowledgeable.

2 I AM A PSS VOLUNTEER! Parkinson News spoke to both new and longtime PSS volunteers who assist in our weekly Physiotherapy sessions about their volunteering experiences. Why volunteer? HUEY PYNG: The joy of giving. When you see patients responding to your actions, it makes you feel good. JASON FOO: Helping others is also helping yourself. I can also relate better to the people who are having the same condition. LOO ENG HAI: Volunteering will set a good example for your children. What do you enjoy about volunteering at PSS? LOO ENG HAI: Interacting with the patients and seeing how they consistently exercise to maintain their physical health inspires us and is a reward for us. HUEY PYNG: When you come you get refreshed. You feel encouraged as well. You feel growth. Do you face any challenges? CYNTHIA PONNANA: There is the interaction with the patients, and that interaction is valuable to me. Volunteering is like a routine for me. I have built up a relationship with the members, and I also learn a lot from them. LAWRENCE YONG: Volunteering at PSS is very meaningful and enjoyable. As a PwP myself, I can feel a sense of camaraderie and identity. JANE GEE: I m trying to learn a bit of Mandarin. But there s always a way to communicate. Advice for those who are new to volunteering? JANE GEE: I think anyone can volunteer. Simply be open to getting your hands involved. HUI NGO: Stay cheerful! HUEY PYNG: Go with an open heart and open mind and see where you can help. React accordingly to each situation. CYNTHIA PONNANA: You have to be sincere and possess an in-built passion. You need to build a rapport with the patients, try to place yourself in their shoes and they will feel comfortable working with you. LAWRENCE YONG: I think it depends very much on the individual. Perhaps the one universal ingredient is the willingness to break out from the comfort zone of one s shell and reach out with the aim of creating awareness and inspiring others in the area of volunteerism. With this attitude in mind, volunteering becomes a heartwarming effort. It is important to remember that volunteering is based on giving rather than receiving.

3 PARKINSON SUPPORT GROUP CALENDAR 2016 Changi General Hospital (CGH) Understanding Your Diagnosis and Treatment Regimen 5th May Facilitator: Doctor & Pharmacist Singapore General Hospital (SGH) Music Therapy 4th April 11am 1pm Facilitator: Music Therapist Tips on Cognition and Memory 9th May 11am 1pm Facilitator: Occupational Therapist Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) Advanced Parkinson Treatment: Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) (English) 14th April Facilitator: Dr Nicolas Kon (Consultant, Neurosurgery, NNI) Parkinson and Memory Problems (Mandarin) 12th May Facilitator: Dr Ng Kok Pin (Registrar, Neurologist, NNI) Moving with Parkinson s Disease Reviewing Movement Strategies 30th June Facilitator: Physiotherapist Community Resources for Parkinson s 6th June 11am 1pm Facilitator: Medical Social Worker Parkinson & Memory Problems (English) 9th June Facilitator: Dr Adeline Ng (Consultant, Neurologist, NNI) Sessions conducted by CGH will be held at Meeting Room 34, Level 3 Integrated Building (opposite Medical Social Services). For enquiries, please call Medical Social Services at or Sessions conducted by SGH will be held at the Learning Space (Block 6, Level 1). For enquiries, please contact Nurse Usanee at or neurocare@sgh.com.sg. Sessions conducted by TTSH will be held at the National Neuroscience Outpatient Clinic (Level 1). For enquiries, please call YOUTHFUL PARKINSON CIRCLE (YPC) YPC is a support group for PSS members who had been diagnosed between the ages 35 to 59. This programme is conducted at The Parkinson Centre. Please call to register. Sleep Difficulties Saturday, 28th May pm 4pm Speaker: Dr Shahul Hameed (Consultant, Neurologist) Memory and Cognitive Changes Saturday, 30th July pm 4pm Speaker: Dr Kinjal Doshi (Principal Clinical Psychologist)

4 PROGRAMMES AT THE PARKINSON CENTRE YOGA Yoga is a discipline to create ease in the body, and from bodily ease comes POH YEN mental calmness within ourselves. The sessions allow participants to adapt the asanas (postures or positions designed ANGELINE to enhance the body s functions) and classes to individual conditions so that everyone can get started in yoga. Starting with the standing poses, our instructors will progressively add on other groups of asanas such as twists, backbends, and hip openers to increase mobility and strength over time through regular practice. MOVING WELL WITH PARKINSON - PHYSIOTHERAPY EXERCISE Our physiotherapy programme aims to maintain one s abilities, strengthen muscles, increase joint mobility and build up general fitness and health. Regular exercise is crucial in improving one s general well-being and mood. Sessions are conducted by our friendly Physiotherapists Andrea Chou, Munira Aliasgar Moochhala, and Tasneem Basrai. ANDREA MUNIRA TASNEEM MAX MIND Max Mind is a specially tailored programme, designed by MING MIN Occupational Therapists (OTs) for PwP. Max Mind focuses on developing and continuously RUI MIN practising different cognitive skills and strategies to function successfully in daily living activities. SHIRLEEN The aim is to equip participants with these skills to enhance their well-being. DANCE THERAPY Our dance therapy programme allows participants to experience their bodies without the pressure CHARMAINE to achieve or enhance flexibility. Through the utilisation of movement, dance therapy improves the emotional, cognitive, physical and social integration of each participant. ENABLING MUSIC The Enabling Music Programme aims to empower and improve the functional skills of PwP. It uses a combination of music and movement techniques to lift spirits, promote self-expression and encourage connectivity through Assistive Music Technology (AST). DO RE MI (VOCAL TRAINING) The Do Re Mi programme encourages participants to practise and sing along to karaoke hits. GINA Participants can take turns to lead the class in singing. Apart from being a vocal exercise, singing is also a moodlifter as it boosts one s social and emotional well-being. TAI CHI YMCA Originating in ancient China, Tai Chi enhances the health of both mind and body. JENNIFER Practising Tai Chi increases stamina, coordination balance, mental strength, and strengthens blood circulation, among many other health benefits. Our instructor Ms Jennifer Chung conducts both sitting and standing sessions to cater for the various mobility conditions of PSS members. In collaboration with YMCA, karaoke sessions are held once a month on Saturday at the YMCA International House. These sessions provide a platform for music lovers to have fun and socialise through singing. Please refer to following schedule for session dates: 2016 SCHEDULE 14th May th September th June th October th July th November th August 2016 Please call to register at least three days before commencement of each session.

5 LIFE IN BALANCE EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE Emotional Freedom Technique or EFT is an amazing healing technique that is easy to learn and produces profound effects for our participants such as relief from stress, pain and distress. EFT uses elements of Cognitive Therapy and Exposure Therapy, and combines them with Acupressure, in the form of fingertip tapping on acupuncture points. CAREGIVERS WORKSHOP Saturday, 18th June am 12pm Saturday, 23rd April am 12.30pm Saturday, 30th July am 12.30pm This programme is conducted at The Parkinson Centre. Please call to register. This programme is conducted at The Parkinson Centre. Please call to register. MAX MIND PROGRAMME AT ST LUKE S Max Mind is a specially tailored cognitive programme in Singapore, designed by Occupational Therapists for People with Parkinson (PwP). The programme focuses on developing and continuously practising different cognitive skills and strategies to help participants function successfully in daily living activities. Benefits of Max Mind include: Building of a support network Keeping the mind active through cognitive stimulation games Learning lifestyle redesign Learning strategies to overcome cognitive challenges in daily life For enquiries, please contact Ms Tan Ai Hua at MOVING WELL WITH PARKINSON - EXERCISE CLASSES AT ST LUKE S Weekly sessions of physiotherapy are conducted at various St Luke s ElderCare (SLEC) centres to allow greater accessibility for participants. For more information, please contact the respective centre managers BUKIT TIMAH CENTRE Blk 310 Clementi Ave 4, #01-263, Singapore Tel: CHANGKAT CENTRE Blk 350/351 Tampines St 33, #01-438, Singapore Tel: TELOK BLANGAH CENTRE Blk 33 Telok Blangah Way, # , Singapore Tel: YISHUN CENTRE Blk 740 Yishun Ave 5, #01-490, Singapore Tel:

6 PSS BOARD PRESIDENT Ms Julie Lau WAYS YOU CAN DONATE DONATE ONLINE VIA SG GIVES DONATE ONLINE VIA GIVEASIA DONATE ONLINE VIA GIVING.SG DONATE BY CHEQUE / POST Cheques made payable to Parkinson Society Singapore VICE PRESIDENT Mr Marcus Lam SECRETARY A/Prof Louis Tan TREASURER Ms Christine Kang ASSISTANT TREASURER Mr Charles Foo COMMITTEE MEMBERS A/Prof Au Wing Lok Dr Tan Siok Bee Ms Neo Lay Tin Ms Theresa Goh Mr Hung Kwang Hou Mr Melvyn Chiang Dr Dawn Tan Dr Tay Kay Yaw Ms Li Wei Dr Tan Hooi Hwa Mr Philip Tan Like us on Facebook GET PSS UPDATES AND USEFUL INFORMATION. SIMPLY SCAN THE QR CODE BELOW. To make a donation to us by post, please mail cheque to: Parkinson Society Singapore Blk 191 Bishan Street 13, #01-415, Singapore All donations $50 and above are entitled to tax deductions. Kindly include full name, NRIC No. and contact number on reverse side of cheque. DONATION ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS INDIVIDUAL DONORS Dr Tan Boon Wan $1,000 Information correct at the time of printing Mdm Fong Seow Hua $1,000 Thank you! PARKINSON SOCIETY SINGAPORE (PSS) UEN S96SS0203J Blk 191 Bishan Street 13 # Singapore Tel: I info@parkinson.org.sg