## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) ## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) Educational Events # Care Partner Summit - DFW Aloft Dallas DFW Airport Grapevine 1155 Northpoint Drive Coppell, TX 75019 November 4, 202310:00 am to 2:00 pm CDT FREE [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=111475&view=RSVP) ![2023 Care Partner Summit Banner](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/CPS-Banner-updated.jpg?itok=BHYzOBED) ### In-person check-in and resource fair starts at 9:00 a.m. The Care Partner Summit brings care partners together to provide resources to make life better for themselves and their loved one with Parkinson’s disease. This year’s Summit will focus on how to communicate through difficult topics and find supportive connections. Join us in person in Coppell, TX! ### Speakers **Karen Brewer-Mixon, PhD** Professor in Applied Clinical Research ACR PhD Program Director UT Southwestern Medical Center **Dr. Leti Cavazos, DSW, LCSW** Founder, CEO, Clinician Cannenta Center for Healing and Empowerment, LLC ### Care Partner Panelists **Karen Brewer-Mixon Melinda Hermanns Tremell Brown** There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. *COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.* ## Contact Us Elizabeth Guerrero [ ![Envelope icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images/envelope.svg) SouthCentral@Parkinson.org ](mailto:SouthCentral@Parkinson.org) [ ![Phone icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images//phone.svg) (830) 253-0011 ]() ## Upcoming Events Educational Events ### [ Expert Briefing: Disease Modification & Stem Cells: Where Are We Now? ](/events/2026/Sep9WW) This session will provide an overview of where the field stands—exploring breakthroughs in cell replacement therapies, disease-modifying trials, and ethical considerations. September 9, 2026Virtual [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=117732&view=RSVP) Educational Events ### [ Building Your Parkinson’s Toolbox ](/events/2026/Froedtert2026) This educational program will offer practical information and strategies to support everyday health and well-being, for those affected by Parkinson’s. September 11, 2026Virtual & Waukesha, WI [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119291&view=RSVP) [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119290&view=RSVP) Fundraising Events ### [ Moving Day Memphis ](/events/2026/md-memphis) Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action. September 12, 2026Memphis , TN [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR/MovingDayEvent/General?pg=entry&fr_id=7826) [View All](/resources-support/events) ### Resources for Care Partners Parkinson’s disease progresses over time — so does your role as a care partner. Explore all stages of the care partner journey and practical tips that can help along the way. [Learn More](https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support/carepartners) - Share on Facebook - Share on X - Share on LinkedIn