Caring Together: Tools & Strategies to Support Care Partners

This interactive workshop introduces a practical resource designed to support those caring for someone with Parkinson’s. Built around five essential wellness keys, the Care Partner Guide offers strategies, stories, and tools to help care partners strengthen support networks, balance self-care with caregiving, and plan for the future. To create space for meaningful connection, the workshop will include group breakout discussions.
Order your guide before the webinar:
Visit Parkinson.org/CarePartnerGuide to read and download the digital guide, or visit Parkinson.org/Store to order a copy at no cost.
Audience:
This program is designed for care partners of people living with Parkinson’s. While individuals with Parkinson’s are welcome to attend, please note that the content is specifically focused on supporting those in caregiving roles.
Speaker
Crista Ellis, E-RYT, B.Sc
Senior Community Engagement Manager
Parkinson's Foundation
Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Life Coach, Founder of Rising Rose Yoga
Moderators
Jessica Bartsch
Senior Community Education & Outreach Manager
Midwest, Field Advancement, Parkinson's Foundation
Kortnie Hays
PD Information Specialist
Helpline, Parkinson's Foundation
Elena Godfrey
PD Information Specialist
Helpline, Parkinson's Foundation
Jordan Staenberg
Development Manager
Southwest, Field Advancement, Parkinson's Foundation
Katherine Fagan, MSW, LCSW, CDP
Senior Program Coordinator & Clinical Social Worker
Northwestern University Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center
A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence
There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.
Contact Us
This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.
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