Parkinson's Progression: How Our Lives Have Changed

About this episode

The episode discusses the long-term impact of living with Parkinson's and explores coping mechanisms.

The impact of dealing with Parkinson's over many years - the trials and tribulations of progressing with Parkinson's - it wears on us from time to time. What to do? Is have good a cry and carry on really the answer....? Keep up with us via the links below : Instagram / Facebook / Website This episode was first broadcast on 26/5/2026 at 2.00pm by Coast Access Radio 104.7 FM, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air."

People in this episode

Hosts: Kitty Doyle, Emma Kyriacou

Topics covered

• Parkinson's
• progression
• emotional impact
• coping strategies
• community support

Keywords

• Parkinson's disease
• emotional challenges
• support
• crying
• life changes

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Coast Access Radio 104.7 FM, NZ On Air

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