Publications

Parkinson's Pages is the Center's quarterly newsletter. It includes information about Parkinson's related events and services as well as timely news and reports to keep you informed about advances in the management of your condition, new treatments, drug studies, support groups and fundraising activities.

To download a copy of Parkinson's Pages or read articles that have been published in the newsletter, click here to go to the Newsletter page.

APDA Handbooks
Through our partnership with the American Parkinson's Disease Associaton (APDA) we have many useful publications available to assist you in managing your disease. If you would like to receive any of these handbooks, check the box(es) next to the handbook(s) you would like to receive then complete the contact form at the bottom of this page. You are always welcome to send us an email with any questions. Our email address is parkinsons@mmc.org.

	Parkinson's Disease Handbook A basic guide that includes information on the symptoms, cause, treatment and support of Parkinson’s Disease.
	Young Parkinson's Handbook This handbook is for anyone who has had symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease before the age of 40. It is a companion piece to the Parkinson’s Disease Handbook.
	Aquatic Exercise Water is an excellent exercise medium for anyone with diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease. This booklet is a suggested program of exercise.
	Be Active! A Suggested Exercise Program for People with Parkinson’s Disease This booklet contains suggested activities to help build needed exercise into your daily routine which may make everyday tasks easier to perform.
	Be Independent! Equipment and Suggestions for Daily Living Activities This booklet contains suggested techniques and useful aids which can help people to remain independent.
	Good Nutrition Good nutrition is important for everyone and plays a very important role for people with Parkinson’s disease. This booklet will introduce you to helpful nutritional information relevant to Parkinson’s Disease.
	Speaking Effectively A Strategic Guide for Speaking and Swallowing This booklet is intended to provide people with Parkinson’s disease, spouses, family members, care providers, and friends with information on speech, voice and swallowing function related to Parkinson’s Disease.
	My Mommy has PD A story book written for young children to help them better understand Parkinson’s Disease.
	Cultivate Hope for People with Parkinson's Disease - One Tulip at a Time Help us spread awareness and improve the quality of life for people in Maine with Parkinson’s disease. This brochure describes the tulip pins and note cards and also provides a means for ordering these as well as the Dr. James Parkinson tulip bulbs. All proceeds benefit people in Maine with Parkinson’s disease.