The caregiving suggestions that are part of this curriculum have been identified as "best practices" in caring for persons with Parkinson's disease. They were written and reviewed by a team of Parkinson's specialists that are members of the Curriculum Development Team and Staff. Every effort has been made to present information that is up-to-date and accurate.

The information in this training is provided as an educational service and is intended for educational purposes only. It is not meant to substitute for seeking consultation with a physician or to substitute for the treatment prescribed by a physician for the diagnosis or treatment of a specific patient's complaints or medical condition. The information contained in the website should not be used to make diagnoses, administer treatment, prescribe medications or order tests. Under no circumstances will the development team of this training program or the Northwest Parkinson's Foundation be held liable for any decision or action taken due to the information contained within this educational program or for any loss, claim or damage resulting from its use. We do not warrant that the information in this curriculum is complete, nor are we responsible for omissions or errors in the text. Any and all concerns or questions regarding a specific person's medical condition must be forwarded to the person's physician. This website will not reply to or forward any medical questions or concerns.