Resources for the Parkinson Community
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Healthcare Communications Community engagement Public health EducationSkills
educational materials parkinson's disease communication researchParkinson Canada aims to bridge the gap between complex research findings and the everyday needs of the Parkinson’s community. The challenge is to translate intricate scientific data into easily understandable resources that can empower patients, caregivers, and the general public. This project provides an opportunity for students to apply their communication and research skills to create impactful educational materials. By focusing on clarity and accessibility, students will help demystify medical information, making it more approachable for non-experts. The project involves synthesizing key research insights and transforming them into practical tools such as wallet cards, medication lists, or resource guides. This initiative not only enhances the students' ability to convey complex information but also contributes significantly to the well-being of the Parkinson’s community.
The project deliverables include the creation of 2–3 plain-language resources tailored for the Parkinson’s community. These resources should be concise, user-friendly, and informative, such as wallet cards, medication lists, or resource guides. Additionally, students will provide a summary of key research insights, adapted for public use, ensuring that the information is both accessible and actionable for the intended audience.
Providing specialized, in-depth knowledge and general industry insights for a comprehensive understanding.
Sharing knowledge in specific technical skills, techniques, methodologies required for the project.
Direct involvement in project tasks, offering guidance, and demonstrating techniques.
Providing access to necessary tools, software, and resources required for project completion.
Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.
Supported causes
The global challenges this project addresses, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Learn more about all 17 SDGs here.
About the company
Parkinson’s is more than a diagnosis – it’s a life-altering reality for more than 110,000 people living in Canada, with this number set to soar to 150,000 by 2034. Behind the numbers are families grappling with a fragmented care system, long waits for diagnoses, and a lack of access to specialized care. People are losing their sense of joy and purpose, feeling unconnected, uninspired and alone. It’s a journey filled with uncertainty, where every step demands courage, every challenge requires resilience, and every moment underscores the critical need for change.
The symptoms of Parkinson’s can push people into the shadows. But at Parkinson Canada, we hope to inspire people with Parkinson’s to embrace the wobbles, the wiggles, and the wonky moments. We help people affected by Parkinson’s stand in the light – connected, supported and inspired. We transform every involuntary movement into a symbol of style. Every shuffle into a dance. Every tremor into a beat. We help people living with Parkinson’s to find their joy, their ‘swagger,’ again – or maybe for the first time.
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