## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) ## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) Educational Events # Expert Briefing: Let's Talk About Dementia Virtual ( Zoom ) November 2, 20221:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST Free [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=108323&view=RSVP) ![Couple sitting on the couch on a tablet](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/PDHealthAtHome.jpg?itok=6bzDuNbp) Parkinson’s disease (PD) is often thought of as a disease that only involves movement. Yet many people with Parkinson’s experience slowness in thinking, loss of memory, decreased attention span and difficulty finding words. Dementia refers to advanced problems in memory and thinking that interfere with daily activities and quality of life. This webinar will review the various types of dementia, their clinical features as well as ways to manage dementia in Parkinson’s. [Register for All Expert Briefing Webinars](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=107949&view=RSVP) ### **Speaker** **James Leverenz, MD** Director, Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health ## Contact Us Parkinson's Foundation Helpline [ ![Envelope icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images/envelope.svg) ExpertBriefings@parkinson.org ](mailto:ExpertBriefings@parkinson.org) [ ![Phone icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images//phone.svg) 1-800-473-4636 ](tel:1-800-473-4636) ## Related Materials Podcasts ### [ Episode 87: What is Lewy Body Dementia and How Does it Relate to Parkinson’s? ](/library/podcast/87) [Listen Now](/library/podcast/87) Books ### [ Cognition: A Guide to Thinking Changes in Parkinson's Disease ](/library/books/cognition) [Read Now](/library/books/cognition) Podcasts ### [ Episode 27: More Than Movement: Addressing Cognitive and Behavioral Challenges in Caring for PD ](/library/podcast/27) [Listen Now](/library/podcast/27) ## Related Blog Posts ![Asian couple being supportive](/sites/default/files/styles/500x360/public/images/mentalhealthtips-conditionmoodsleep-blog.png?h=f0ffb5c0&itok=GxNXmMGr) Tips for Daily Living ### [ Mental Health Tips for Cognition, Mood and Sleep ](/blog/tips/mental-health-tips) READ NOW ![Robin Williams](/sites/default/files/styles/500x360/public/images/robinwilliams-lewybodydemantiasuicidepd-blog.jpg?h=c12e0b96&itok=9ndKvCBJ) Raise Awareness ### [ Robin Williams: Lewy Body Dementia, Suicide and Parkinson’s ](/blog/awareness/robin-williams) READ NOW ![MRI machine](/sites/default/files/styles/500x360/public/images/concussions-blog.jpg?h=289976fd&itok=_aHv5Kkm) Science News ### [ Caution Ahead: Linking Concussions to Parkinson’s and Dementia ](/blog/science-news/concussions-dementia) READ NOW ## Upcoming Events Educational Events ### [ Managing Changing Symptoms ](/events/2026/suffolk) After many years of good symptom management, Parkinson's disease may become more challenging. Learn how Parkinson's symptoms may change over time and new strategies available to manage them. October 16, 2026Commack, NY [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119349&view=RSVP) Educational Events ### [ Live Fitness Friday - Punch Out Parkinson's ](/events/2026/Oct16FF) Join us for a live fitness class, offered once a month. October 16, 2026Virtual [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=117629&view=RSVP) Fundraising Events ### [ Moving Day DFW ](/events/2026/md-dfw) Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action. October 17, 2026Coppell, TX [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR?fr_id=7906&pg=entry) [View All](/events) ### Find Local Support Find your nearest Parkinson's Foundation chapter for local events, support groups, care facilities and more. 10 Miles 25 Miles 50 Miles 100 Miles 250 Miles - Share on Facebook - Share on X - Share on LinkedIn