## 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 2024: Discovering Adaptability & Resilience Virtual ( Zoom ) November 2, 20241:00 pm to 3:00 pm EST FREE [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=114389&view=RSVP) ![Care Partner Summit Webinar 2024 banner](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/email%20banner%20CPS-Banner-2024.png?itok=5G2jnvl5) Join us to discover how adaptability and resilience can help manage life with Parkinson's disease. Learn effective strategies for handling the disease's progression and managing fluctuating symptoms with confidence. Gain practical tools to respond resiliently to setbacks and emotional challenges and understand the importance of acknowledging emotions and fostering emotional well-being. ### Speaker **Bradley McDaniels, PhD, CRC** Assistant Professor and Rehabilitation Studies Program Coordinator University of North Texas While this webinar is designed for care partners, we welcome those living with Parkinson's disease to join us. **Please note that the focus of this program is on supporting those who identify as care partners.** --- This program includes a formal presentation, a panel discussion, and breakout sessions. We encourage you to actively participate in the breakout sessions, where you’ll have the opportunity to engage in open discussions with our facilitator. We will explore the concepts of adaptability and resilience in responding to challenging circumstances. *To ensure participant privacy and create a supportive environment, the breakout session will not be recorded or archived. We hope this approach fosters a comfortable space for meaningful participation.* ## Contact Us Parkinson's Foundation Helpline [ ![Envelope icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images/envelope.svg) PDHealth@Parkinson.org ](mailto:PDHealth@Parkinson.org) [ ![Phone icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images//phone.svg) 1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636) ]() This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering. ## Upcoming Events Educational Events ### [ Mindfulness Mondays - Mental Wellbeing ](/events/2026/Aug31MM) Each month, Dr. Rush invites you to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with yourself and your Parkinson’s community through a guided mindfulness practice. Together, we’ll explore simple ways to ground the body, calm the mind, and cultivate compassion and clarity that you can carry into your week. August 31, 2026Virtual [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=117730&view=RSVP) Educational Events ### [ Care Partner Conversations ](/events/2026/Sep2WW) Led by care partners, these webinars will bring together spouses, partners, family members, and friends who provide care—or anyone interested in learning more about caregiving and Parkinson’s disease. September 2, 2026Virtual [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=118349&view=RSVP) Educational Events ### [ Speech & Swallowing ](/events/2026/providence) Learn tools and exercises to help you better understand and manage speech, swallowing and communication problems in PD. September 3, 2026Providence, RI [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119329&view=RSVP) [View All](/resources-support/events) ### Care Partner Resources 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/resources) - Share on Facebook - Share on X - Share on LinkedIn