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Swallowing Difficulties with PSP

Swallowing Difficulties with PSP

Here are some interventions that a speech-language pathologist (SLP) may recommend for individuals with PSP who are experiencing swallowing difficulties...

Swallowing Difficulties with PSP

Here are some interventions that a speech-language pathologist (SLP) may recommend for individuals with PSP who are experiencing swallowing difficulties...

Nutrition and PSP

Nutrition and PSP

Eating a well-balanced diet can help maintain overall health and potentially slow the progression of the disease.

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Nutrition and PSP

Eating a well-balanced diet can help maintain overall health and potentially slow the progression of the disease.

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ADEP Assistive Device Exchange Program

ADEP Assistive Device Exchange Program

Assistive Device Exchange Program (ADEP) is an online database where persons may list assistive devices for donation, OR where they may find used assistive devices they need.

ADEP Assistive Device Exchange Program

Assistive Device Exchange Program (ADEP) is an online database where persons may list assistive devices for donation, OR where they may find used assistive devices they need.

Red Light Therapy Testimonial for use with PSP

Red Light Therapy Testimonial for use with PSP

Fitz’s Story Originally Posted on Well Red David Fitzgerald was a teacher, orator, nurseryman, cricket fanatic, bush-walker, traveler and IT-guru. He was a larger-than-life character with a wicked sense of...

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Red Light Therapy Testimonial for use with PSP

Fitz’s Story Originally Posted on Well Red David Fitzgerald was a teacher, orator, nurseryman, cricket fanatic, bush-walker, traveler and IT-guru. He was a larger-than-life character with a wicked sense of...

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The Butcherbird Sings By: Julie Campbell

The Butcherbird Sings By: Julie Campbell

What do you do when a neurodegenerative disease slowly robs your husband of his mind and dignity and all that he treasures in life?How do your children cope in the...

The Butcherbird Sings By: Julie Campbell

What do you do when a neurodegenerative disease slowly robs your husband of his mind and dignity and all that he treasures in life?How do your children cope in the...

Dysphagia Cup for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy and Swallowing Difficulties

The RiJe® Dysphagia Cup

We found a great product we had to share with you all!! The RiJe®​ Dysphagia Cup is a drinking aid designed to improve hydration and increase independence. Designed with the...

The RiJe® Dysphagia Cup

We found a great product we had to share with you all!! The RiJe®​ Dysphagia Cup is a drinking aid designed to improve hydration and increase independence. Designed with the...

Laura Louizos, Blog Author

Laura Louizos is a blogger, advocate, and founder of the Coleen Cunningham Foundation (CCF), raising awareness for atypical Parkinsonism, including PSP. Inspired by her mother’s 2018 PSP diagnosis, Laura shares her caregiver journey—struggles, triumphs, and insights—while offering resources and tips for living with neurodegenerative diseases. Her candid, inspiring blog supports a global community. Passionate and dedicated, Laura amplifies understanding and hope for those affected.

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