Pendleton: LIFT Workshop for Family Caregivers (In-Person)

Lift Workshop for Family Caregivers

Is mobility a challenge for your loved one with Parkinson's? Are you worried about how to help them get up from a chair, get out of bed or the car, or navigate the bathrrom? Maybe you just want to be prepared for what may lie ahead. If so, this class is for you.

During this hour and 30 minute program, our guest physical therapists will lead you through the proper and safe techniques to transfer your loved one who has mobility issues due to Parkinson’s disease. This program is intended for family care partners only. There will be 5 interactive stations 1) Sit to stand 2) Transfer in and out of bed 3) Transfer in the bathroom 4) Transfers in and out of the car 5) And lastly, how to get up off the floor. Each caregiver will participate, rotating to each station and practicing with other caregivers. You will also learn when it is necessary to seek help.

If you have physical limitation, please let the instructors know before class.

The class is limited to 10 participants. If you are unable to attend this workshop, please call our office as soon as possible so we are able to allow others to participate in your place 800-426-6806.

This program is adopted from the National Parkinson’s Foundation Ohio that we are happy to bring to Oregon and our Parkinson's community.

Instructed by

Michelle Parker, Occupational Therapist and Erika Simburger, Physical Therapist