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Vice-President:Frank Schulz-Utermoehl

Secretary:Tan Chew Seng Louis

Treasurer:Theresa Goh

President:Lau Meow Hoon Julie

The Society has set up a Patient Welfare Fund to provide financial assistance to needy patients. You can get an application form from your doctor. For enquiries, please write to Chairperson, Patient Welfare Subcommittee, Parkinson’s Disease Society (Singapore), 26 Dunearn Road, Singapore 309423

Tan Eng KingLien ChristopherAu Wing LokTan Siok Bee

Chiang MelvynCheng Lay TinGuo EmilyHeinrich Jessen

Committee MembersEditor:Au Wing Lok Lee Patricia

Marcus LamPuvadol SaengvichienCharles Foo

PD CoMMiTTEE MEMbErS (2011 - 2012)

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Celebrating 15 Years Of Service To The Parkinson’s Community47-year-old Andy Lim Li Soon was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at a young age of 22. Despite his condition, he has remained positive and pressed on with his life. Andy is happily married and is a father of a pair of twin boys. His courage and strength in coping with the disease is an inspiration to fellow patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals. Andy received the top Parkinson’s Star Award from the Minister for Health, Mr Gan Kim Yong, at the Parkinson’s Disease Society, Singapore (PDSS) 15th Anniversary dinner on 25 November 2011. The other two award recipients were both caregivers - Madam Lau Koh Mooi and Ms Pathmavathi Regu, who have shown dedication and strength in caring for their loved ones.

Parkinson’s Disease Society (Singapore)

26 Dunearn Road, Singapore 309423• Tel: (65) 63535338 • Fax: (65) 63584139 • e-mail: [email protected] • website:www.parkinsonsingapore.com

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Support Group MeetingsParkinson’s disease is a life changing illness that affects many aspects of the person’s life. Some changes such as tremors and rigidity have observable qualities; however, other changes can only be described by the person with Parkinson’s Disease. Support groups let you the patient, know that you are not alone and can provide you with an opportunity to share with others any information on individual experiences that you have. Members will also listen to what you have to say. Support groups can help you and your caregivers mentally and physically with group exercises, sharing of personal experiences and social meetings.

In her opening speech, PDSS President, Ms Julie Lau paid tribute to the founders of PDSS, who formed the Society 15 years ago to promote awareness and understanding of the disease by partnering with clinical institutions and community care organizations, to reach out to patients and their caregivers and help them better cope and integrate into society. Today, PDSS has remained steadfast in living out this mission.

Meetings at National Neuroscience Institute & Tan Tock Seng HospitalVenue : Neuroscience Clinic Conference Room, Level 1, NNI Date and Time : 2nd Thurs of the month from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm (Light refreshment will be served)Registration : on the day of the support group meetings & it is free NNI website: www.nni.com.sg

Dates Topics Speakers09 Feb 12 Speech and swallowing problems in Parkinson’s disease

- EnglishMs Fong Ei LeenSpeech Therapist, TTSH

08 Mar 12 Speech and swallowing problems in Parkinson’s disease- Mandarin

Ms Sarah YM KoSpeech Therapist, TTSH

12 Apr 12 Healthy diet for people with Parkinson’s disease- English

Ms Wong Siew LiDietician, TTSH

10 May 12 Healthy diet for people with Parkinson’s disease- Mandarin


14 Jun 12 Understanding and caring for people living with Parkinsons- English

Ms Alisa TanMedical Social Worker, TTSH

12 Jul 12 Understanding and caring for people living with Parkinsons- Mandarin


09 Aug 12 NO MEETING NATIONAL DAY13 Sep 12 Medications for Parkinson’s disease

- EnglishDr Tay Kay YawConsultant Neurologist, NNI

11 Oct 12 Medications for Parkinson’s disease- Mandarin

Ms Li WeiAdvanced Practice Nurse, NNI

For more information, call: Nurse tan Siok Bee at 81253543 (email: [email protected])

Meetings at National Neuroscience Institute & Singapore General HospitalVenue : Postgraduate Medical Institute (Simulation Room), (SGH Block 6 Level 1, Next to Kopitiam)Date and Time : 1st Mon of the month from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Dates Topics Speakers06 Feb 12 Creative Activities for Parkinson’s Ms Mairin Whwlan

Occupational Therapist05 Mar 12 Music and Mind for relaxation Ms Patsy Tan

Music Therapist02 Apr 12 Understanding Your Parkinson’s Medicines Ms Shannon Lam

Pharmacist07 May 12 Parkinson’s Disease and management Dr Prakash Kumar

Consultant Neurologist11 Jun 12 Feeding and speech difficulties in Parkinson’s Disease Speech Therapist2 Jul 12 Financial Planning & Community Resources Ms Rhina Yeow

Medical Social Worker06 Aug 12 Deep Brain Stimulation - What is it and Can I go for it? Mr John Thomas

Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon03 Sep 12 Getting around with Parkinson’s Disease: Strategies to move

safely and effectivelyMs Geetha DO Sekar Physiotherapist

01 Oct 12 Group Discussion: Relaxation Techniques and Coping with Parkinson’s Disease

Ms Tan Siok BeeAdvanced Practice Nurse

* Programme is subject to changes

AcknowledgementPDSS would like to thank Mr Lee Yuen Shih, Ms Anne Hoe Su Ling, Dr Jerry Lim Kian Tho, and Mrs Irene Lim for their generous donation of $23 700, in memory of Dr Lee Seok Keng (Mrs Sylvia Hoe)

A total of 100 PDSS members, caregivers, volunteers and supporters gathered at NNI Exhibition Hall on Saturday, 14 January 2012 to celebrate the New Year and to usher in the Chinese New Year. PDSS President Ms Julie Lau kick-started the event with a welcome address, followed by a video on the 4th Parkinson’s Star Award Winners which touched the hearts of many. The fun and excitement began when guests participated in the warm-up exercises, games and sing-along session, organized by SGH volunteers and the Y’s Men Club, Alpha Chapter. Familiar songs such as ‘Ai Piah Jia Eh Yia’, ‘Wo Wen Tian’, and ‘Lu Bian De Ye’ Hua Bu Yau Cai’ brought joy and caught the hearts of many. There were plenty of food and prizes, and everyone had fun on that day.

by Ms Tina Tan

New Year Party cum Supporters Appreciation 2012

Joint and skeletal deformities in Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s disease usually starts on one side, the affected side may lag behind during walking and patients may slowly develop a tendency to lean towards the affected side which may result in scoliosis. Hand and finger deformities occur frequently in advanced Parkinson’s disease and may be exacerbated with coexisting arthritis. These may result in abnormal flexion of their fingers which may curl into a palm causing a breakdown of skin and poor hygiene of the hands. Frozen shoulder may develop before the motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Initially the patients may report shoulder discomfort and pain on the side affected by Parkinson’s disease. Decreased arm swing, rigidity and bradykinesia cause limited range of motions of the shoulder contributing to this problem.

Following are some of the helpful tips for skeletal deformities:• Regular and gentle exercise• Physiotherapy • Regular weight bearing exercises depending upon

individual capability Hand and foot deformities can be helped by the following tips:• Avoiding positions which can cause compression of nerves

in arms, especially when sitting in a wheelchair• Using of padding and pillows under elbows and arms• Avoiding flexion or curling of fingers into the palms by

keeping the hand straight• Using a splint to keep hand straight Frozen shoulder can be helped by:• Range of motion exercises• Applying heating pad or warm baths• Physiotherapist consultation• Assessment by rheumatologist if the symptoms are

intractable

by Dr. Abdul Qayyum rana Neurologist and Chair

World Parkinson’s Education Program

Joint and skeletal deformities ranging from hand or foot deformities, scoliosis, and frozen shoulder may be seen in Parkinson’s disease. Permanent contractures can be prevented by early diagnosis.

World Park Edu Prog Volume 5:1-2; 2011

The fundraising dinner marked the Society’s 15 years of service to the Parkinson’s community. Held at Raffles Town Club, the dinner was attended by 350 guests among whom were former Minister of State, Mrs Yu-Foo Yee Shoon and Prof Lee Wei Ling, Director National Neuroscience Institute (NNI). The highlights of the evening included singing and dance performances by PD patients and their caregivers as their way of saying thank you to the people who have cared and shared with them during their difficult moments. The event included a charity auction of art pieces, watches and former Prime

Minister Mr Lee Kuan Yew’s autographed books “Hard Truths”.

The dinner ended on a high note as the Minister for Health took the diners by surprise by rendering an evergreen mandarin number, “The Moon represents my

Heart”. Thanks to the Minister’s kind gesture in helping to raise funds and the generosity of sponsors and donors, the dinner event raised $323,000. The proceeds will go to fund the Society’s subsidized programmes and help defray the operating costs of the new centre.

by Ms Neo Lay Tin

“Moving ahead, PDSS will work closely with NNI doctors and its multidisciplinary team at the hospitals to build a one-stop ‘Parkinson’s Centre’ in Bishan to better serve patients and their caregivers. The PDSS center will offer rehabilitative support and wellness and therapeutic programmes for these patients and caregivers.” said Ms Lau.

Honorary Award, Dr Adrian Tan

Honorary Award, Mr Reggie Thein

Honorary Award, Mr Wong Kum Sek

Mr Leet presenting his painting as token of appreciation to our guest of honor, Minster for Health, Mr Gan Kim Yong

Ballroom dance

Song Duet

Parkinson’s Star Award 2011

CoNSoLATioN PriZES Ms Ang Swee HwaMr Cheong King SingMs Cindy Oh and Ms Oh Bee LowMr Soh Guan Kheng Mr Tang Seng FattMr Teo Chye Seng

C O N G R AT U L AT I O N S T O A L L W I N N E R S ! 1st 2nd 3rd

1st PriZE – Mr ANDY LiM2nd PriZE – MDM LAU KoH Mooi3rd PriZE – MDM PATHMAVATHi rEGU Self-care Wellness

Workshop for Caregivers Caregivers for People with Parkinson’s took the centre stage at this workshop, as they learned from counsellor, nurse clinician and social workers about the psychological, emotional, and social aspects of being a caregiver. Useful coping tips were discussed.

Tai Chi Class The 2nd Tai Chi class continued to draw more participants at the PDSS premise, where Tai Chi Master Mr Ong showed participants the graceful steps of this ancient martial art.

Laying the Foundation for Communication Success This is a speech training class conducted by a speech therapist from NUHS. Participants learned about voice projection for effective communication. Daily practice is needed for continuous improvement.

Dance and RhythmOur resident instructors Ezra and Kelly continued the ballroom dancing training for our PDSS members. They performed at the PDSS 15th Anniversary Dinner on 25 November 2011.

Karaoke Session This is a collaborative project between PDSS and Y’s Men Club Alpha Chapter, a service club of YMCA. Held on Saturdays from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm over 6 months, the Karaoke session was a great `voice training’ session for our PD members, and a great time for all to relax and to de-stress.

Movement FitnessParticipants had fun learning from instructors an exercise routine which combines movement with music to enhance cardiovascular fitness, joint flexibility, and muscle strength. Participants always feel happy and energized after each session.

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The fundraising dinner marked the Society’s 15 years of service to the Parkinson’s community. Held at Raffles Town Club, the dinner was attended by 350 guests among whom were former Minister of State, Mrs Yu-Foo Yee Shoon and Prof Lee Wei Ling, Director National Neuroscience Institute (NNI). The highlights of the evening included singing and dance performances by PD patients and their caregivers as their way of saying thank you to the people who have cared and shared with them during their difficult moments. The event included a charity auction of art pieces, watches and former Prime

Minister Mr Lee Kuan Yew’s autographed books “Hard Truths”.

The dinner ended on a high note as the Minister for Health took the diners by surprise by rendering an evergreen mandarin number, “The Moon represents my

Heart”. Thanks to the Minister’s kind gesture in helping to raise funds and the generosity of sponsors and donors, the dinner event raised $323,000. The proceeds will go to fund the Society’s subsidized programmes and help defray the operating costs of the new centre.

by Ms Neo Lay Tin

“Moving ahead, PDSS will work closely with NNI doctors and its multidisciplinary team at the hospitals to build a one-stop ‘Parkinson’s Centre’ in Bishan to better serve patients and their caregivers. The PDSS center will offer rehabilitative support and wellness and therapeutic programmes for these patients and caregivers.” said Ms Lau.

Honorary Award, Dr Adrian Tan

Honorary Award, Mr Reggie Thein

Honorary Award, Mr Wong Kum Sek

Mr Leet presenting his painting as token of appreciation to our guest of honor, Minster for Health, Mr Gan Kim Yong

Ballroom dance

Song Duet

Parkinson’s Star Award 2011

CoNSoLATioN PriZES Ms Ang Swee HwaMr Cheong King SingMs Cindy Oh and Ms Oh Bee LowMr Soh Guan Kheng Mr Tang Seng FattMr Teo Chye Seng

C O N G R AT U L AT I O N S T O A L L W I N N E R S ! 1st 2nd 3rd

1st PriZE – Mr ANDY LiM2nd PriZE – MDM LAU KoH Mooi3rd PriZE – MDM PATHMAVATHi rEGU Self-care Wellness

Workshop for Caregivers Caregivers for People with Parkinson’s took the centre stage at this workshop, as they learned from counsellor, nurse clinician and social workers about the psychological, emotional, and social aspects of being a caregiver. Useful coping tips were discussed.

Tai Chi Class The 2nd Tai Chi class continued to draw more participants at the PDSS premise, where Tai Chi Master Mr Ong showed participants the graceful steps of this ancient martial art.

Laying the Foundation for Communication Success This is a speech training class conducted by a speech therapist from NUHS. Participants learned about voice projection for effective communication. Daily practice is needed for continuous improvement.

Dance and RhythmOur resident instructors Ezra and Kelly continued the ballroom dancing training for our PDSS members. They performed at the PDSS 15th Anniversary Dinner on 25 November 2011.

Karaoke Session This is a collaborative project between PDSS and Y’s Men Club Alpha Chapter, a service club of YMCA. Held on Saturdays from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm over 6 months, the Karaoke session was a great `voice training’ session for our PD members, and a great time for all to relax and to de-stress.

Movement FitnessParticipants had fun learning from instructors an exercise routine which combines movement with music to enhance cardiovascular fitness, joint flexibility, and muscle strength. Participants always feel happy and energized after each session.

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