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   Educational Events 

#  Coffee and Conversations: New Research, New Insights: Speech in Parkinson's 

 Virtual ( Zoom ) 

 

 November 4, 202610:00 am to 11:00 am CDT

 

 FREE 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119869&view=RSVP) 

 

    ![lady wearing headphones listening to a tablet](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/resize%20speech%20event%20image.png?itok=cXDCQo9t)  Join us for an informative conversation about speech changes in Parkinson's, with a look at what we're learning from current research. We'll explore recent studies, emerging insights and practical information to help you better understand these common Parkinson's symptoms.

Program runs from 10 to 11 am Central Time. Join us on your computer or tablet for the best experience and so you can see all slides.

### Expert speaker

 ![Sarah Diesing headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/380x361/public/images/sarah-diesing-headshot.jpg?itok=m9bJ5JkV)  Sarah Diesing, MS, CCC-SLP, is a speech-language pathologist and certified SPEAK OUT! provider at Parkinson Voice Project in Dallas, the only non-profit organization dedicated to speech therapy for people with Parkinson's disease and related disorders. She supports the organization's mission through clinical care and community education and is a host of the SPEAK OUT! home practice sessions.

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There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family and friends and the community.

  ##   Contact us  

 Alexia Willis

 

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 SouthCentral@Parkinson.org

 

 

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 (817) 768-1600

 

 

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 This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

 

 

  ##  Upcoming Events 

   Professional Education 

###  [ October Georgia Chapter Ambassador Meeting ](/events/2026/georgiaambassador) 

 Join us for the monthly Georgia Chapter Ambassador Meeting!

 October 29, 2026Virtual

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119889&view=RSVP) 

   Fundraising Events 

###  [ Moving Day Miami ](/events/2026/md-miami) 

 Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action.

 October 31, 2026Miami, FL

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR?fr_id=7898&pg=entry) 

   Educational Events 

###  [ Lunch & Learn: Serving Those Who Served ](/events/2026/NovemberLL) 

 This veteran-focused Lunch & Learn will explore emerging research related to Parkinson's in the veteran community and connect attendees with practical resources, care options and support.

 November 2, 2026San Antonio, TX

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119850&view=RSVP) 

  

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 ###  Order a Parkinson’s Hospital Safety Guide 

 The Hospital Safety Guide is a resource for people with Parkinson's and their care partners filled with useful tools and information to prepare for and navigate a hospital stay.

 [ORDER NOW](/resources-support/pd-library/order-publications) 

 [LEARN MORE](/resources-support/hospital-safety-guide) 

 

 

 

 

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