Parkinson’s Identification Card

Linda A. Mohr — Tue, 04 Sep 2018 12:22:33 +0000

I Am Not Intoxicated. I Have Parkinson’s Disease.

“No, I’m not intoxicated. I have Parkinson’s.” I have not had to convince anyone of this notion, but I have known of people who have. A Parkinson’s identification card can ease the situation and get help. If you see me wobbling, stumbling, or unable to stand, I am in a “wearing off” period before my next round of medication. Give me a pill and 30 minutes later, I will walk normal.

A Parkinson’s card template is available to download or print from a variety of organizations. Several valuable facts are commonly included.

Name
Address
Emergency Contacts
Doctor’s Contact
I have Parkinson’s statement
Symptoms
Medication

APDA Identification Card

The American Parkinson Disease Association offers a two-sided card. One side has basic information for name, telephone, and emergency contact.

The reverse side includes the following: Please allow me time to communicate. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurological movement disorder problem. I may slur my words, seem unsteady on my feet, or not be able to move at all. I am aware of what is going on. Please be patient with me.

The card template is available here.

Parkinson Foundation Identification Card

The National Parkinson Foundation card features a medical alert.

I have Parkinson’s disease which could make me move slowly and have difficulty standing or speaking. I am not intoxicated. Please call my family or physician for help.

Space is provided for name, emergency contact, and physician. This identification card has extensive information on medications that may be contraindicated in PD as well as considerations if the patient has a brain device.

The card template is available here.

Amazon Medical Alert Cards

Numerous examples are available on Amazon. The following economical two-sided card is printed on heavy card stock paper. Medical alert information can be entered on one side and emergency contacts provided on the other.