PD to FND | Just Shake It Off

mixed signals…

Posted on 07/05/202307/05/2023 by Nikki Louiselle

Finding a way to explain the mixed signals of Functional Neurological Disorder

community connections…

Posted on 04/17/202304/17/2023 by Nikki Louiselle

community connections…
To my Parkinson’s Disease partners and fellow PD advocates –
I never, in my wildest dreams, imagined myself writing
a note such as this

lifeline…

Posted on 03/13/202303/13/2023 by Nikki Louiselle

lifeline…When your own words become the words you once sought

’tis the season…

Posted on 12/04/202201/08/2023 by Nikki Louiselle

’tis the season | Tips for not just surviving, but thriving, with Parkinson’s…or any chronic illness…during the busy holiday season

i am an advocate…

Posted on 10/10/202201/08/2023 by Nikki Louiselle

I am an advocate. But what exactly does this mean? What does an advocate do?

Hi there…I'm Nikki. I'm fifty-two years-old and I've been married to my husband, Mike, for thirty years. Mike is the Property Manager for a private residence on Lake Charlevoix. And me...I'm a writer and a podcaster and mom to the Lou-Crew; Mason (26), Ellie (24), Mabel (20), and Bram (20). Most days I'm just trying to figure it all out as best I can. Oh yeah…and I also ~~have~~ don't have Parkinson's Disease. Yep...you read that right. Stick around and I'll fill you in on that story. It's a pretty good one. Grab a cup of coffee or cocoa or a glass of wine…no judgment here…and join me on this journey. Buckle up. It tends to get a little bumpy.

Mason is a Certified Athletic Trainer. He graduated from Central Michigan University in December of 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training and a double minor in Substance Abuse Education and Community Health. He is currently living and working in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area.

Becca, Mason's fiancée, is also a graduate of CMU. She received her Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Toledo in May of 2022. She is currently living and working in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area.

Ellie graduated from Olivet College in May of 2023 with a Bachelor's degree in Sports and Recreation Management. She is living in Battle Creek, Michigan and is an Elementary Physical Education and Health teacher. Following a successful NCAA career as a right-side hitter with the Olivet Comets, Ellie is now the Head Coach of Varsity Volleyball at Bellevue High School and on the coaching staff of the Dead Frog Volleyball Club.
Mabel graduated from Charlevoix High School in June of 2023. She is a very talented artist and is in the midst of her sophomore year at the Kendall College of Art and Design in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She is pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration degree.
Bram wrapped up his time at Charlevoix High School in June of 2023, as well. While in high school, he earned three separate welding certifications from the American Welding Society. Bram plans to continue advancing his certifications while working full-time for John Cross Fisheries in Charlevoix, Michigan.

Category: PD to FND

mixed signals…

community connections…

lifeline…

’tis the season…

i am an advocate…

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