A dear friend of mine has been diagnosed with Parkinson's. I had I voted her over with some other friends back in November. She was quieter than usual and as they were all leaving, I asked if she was OK and she told me she'd just heard. I contacted her a few times and have kept in touch more than usual.
Our little group met up again this week. She is much happier in herself now as she is on medication, but obviously this only treats the symptoms; there is, as yet, no cure. But she is still more subdued and her movements are slower.
Does anyone have experience of this and what can I do for her? Is it a good idea to phone her regularly and/or call in for a cuppa? Should I ask her how she is or should I avoid the subject? She will be 70 soon, but I don't think she will be celebrating. Her children and grandchildren live a good way away, in opposite directions.
