Glenn, your relative is very lucky to have you nearby Im new here also, been here for about 4 months. Parkinsons for 11 years. When you get more familiar with this net (list) you will know that every message has been saved to an archive file. Moreover, this is probably the largest data base of PD knowledge (from the ones who know it best) in the world. Fell free to fire-away with anything on your minds. We've all been in your starting position once-upon-a-time. Tell your relative he/she has the best support group ever. Joyce