Art, Recreation and Travel

Art, recreation and travel are life-enhancing interests. Find useful information and links under the headings below:

• Creative Arts Therapies
• Recreation
• Travel

Creative Arts Therapies
In the health field, there is growing recognition of the therapeutic value of complementary therapies including experiential and creative arts therapies.

Creative arts therapies that are often used with Parkinson’s include: art therapy, dance therapy, music therapy and singing. It is suggested that these therapies offer a range of benefits including the relief of stress, anxiety, pain and, sometimes, symptoms. For more information, read the interest articles and useful links listed below.

• Art therapy (PDF File 56KB)
• Dance therapy
• Music therapy and singing

• Visit our section on Complementary Therapies
• Australian Creative Arts Therapy Association
  
• Arts Access Australia
  

Remember! Always consult your neurologist or medical professional when considering a complementary therapy.

Recreation
Opportunities for recreation and social support are vital to wellbeing.

Useful links for recreation are provided below:

• Council of the Ageing (COTA) – Healthy and active ageing
• Seniors.gov.au – Lifestyle
• Office of Senior Victorians – Useful links
  

Travel
Useful links for travel are provided below:

• Seniors.gov.au – Travel
• European Parkinson’s Disease Association (EPDA) - Travel
• National Parkinson’s Foundation – Travelling with PD
• Parkinson’s and Travel Insurance
• International Travel and Parkinson's (Parkinson's UK)