Pull up a chair, pour yourself a cup, and join us for an open conversation with the Parkinson’s Foundation’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Sneha Mantri and a guest expert. Our Coffee & Conversation series creates a space for you to ask the questions that matter most. Each session will focus on a specific part of life with Parkinson’s giving you the chance to get clear, trustworthy answers from leading Parkinson’s experts.

Living with Parkinson’s comes with challenges that can feel awkward or uncomfortable to discuss—yet they deeply affect everyday life. In this open conversation, we invite you to bring your questions about topics that often go unspoken: sex and intimacy, incontinence, drooling, constipation, speech and swallowing changes, driving, and impulse control behaviors.

Together, we’ll explore why these issues can be difficult to talk about, how they impact emotional and social well-being, and practical ways to address them with care partners, friends, and healthcare professionals.

Bring your questions. Bring your curiosity. Bring the conversation. Don’t forget your coffee (or tea!).

Speakers

Sneha Mantri, MD, MS
Neurologist, Duke University
Chief Medical Officer, Parkinson's Foundation 

Allison Allen, MSW, LCSW
Centers of Excellence Coordinator and Clinical Social Worker
Duke Movement Disorders Clinic
Duke University Medical Center

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

This program offers an introduction and basic overview of Parkinson’s disease (PD). PD varies from person to person and changes over time. Discover its causes, common symptoms, available treatments and effective strategies for managing them. Learn practical daily living tips to empower you to take charge of your health and to navigate the challenges of living with PD.

Speaker

Coming Soon
 

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

PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.

Speech and swallowing changes are common in Parkinson’s disease and can significantly affect communication, nutrition, and quality of life. We will learn why voice and swallowing challenges occur in Parkinson’s and how they may progress over time. The session will highlight the essential role of speech-language pathologists (SLPs) in identifying, assessing, and managing these changes. Practical strategies, therapeutic approaches, and supportive tools will be shared to help people with Parkinson’s and care partners feel more confident and empowered in daily communication and eating.

Speakers

Jessica Ackerman, MS, CCC-SLP, Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
Certified Yoga Teacher, Founder of Speark Study: The parkinson's Voice Reset Program

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

PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.

A visit to the Emergency Department (ED) can be stressful for anyone—but for people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD), it often comes with added challenges. From delayed access to medications to the risk of receiving drugs that can worsen symptoms, understanding how to prepare and advocate for your needs is critical. This program will provide practical tools and strategies to help you or your loved one communicate effectively with healthcare providers, ensure timely access to medications, and avoid common pitfalls in the ED.

Speaker

Ripley Hensley, BSN, RN, PhD student

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

PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.

Care Partner Conversations is a webinar series led by a panel of care partners who speak openly about a focused theme in the Parkinson’s caregiving experience. Our panelists share practical tools, personal stories, and the resources that have supported them along the way. Each session creates space for honest dialogue, connection, and validation—because caregiving is challenging, and no one should navigate it alone.

Speakers

Barbara Leffler, PhD, RN
Retired Clinical Psychologist and Registered Nurse
Care Partner to her husband living with Parkinson's
Parkinson's Foundation Hospital Lead Ambassador

Nancy Shea, RD, MBA
Business Coach and CASA
Loving Care Partner to husband
Parkinson's Foundation Ambassador 

Terry Thompson, LPC
Senior Editor, Stenhouse Publishers

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

We want to thank this webinar's sponsor, Amneal, for supporting our mission.

PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.

Regístrese Aquí

Acompañe a la Parkinson’s Foundation para aprender acerca de las causas, los síntomas y el manejo de la enfermedad de Parkinson, así como la participación en investigaciones.

10 a.m. hora del Pacífico (Los Ángeles)
11 a.m. hora de la Montaña (Colorado, Phoenix y Nuevo México)
12 p.m. hora del Centro (Texas y Ciudad de México)
1 p.m. hora del Este (Nueva York , Peru y Colombia)
2 p.m. hora de Venezuela
3 p.m. hora de Chile y Argentina
7 p.m. hora de España

*Por favor, verifica su zonas horarias.*

Presentador

Dr. Federico Rodriguez-Porcel
Profesor asistente, Neurología en la División de Trastornos del Movimiento y Neurología Conductual 
Medical University of South Carolina (Centro de Excelencia)                       

¿En busca de algo más? Podrá encontrar todos nuestros videos de EP Salud en Casa en YouTube.

Más información:

Todos los eventos de “EP Salud en Casa" – Parkinson.org/EPSalud.

Una lista de nuestros recursos en español – Parkinson.org/Recursos

Línea de Ayuda – 1-800-473-4636, opción 3 para español.

Meeting Change, Emotion, and Uncertainty with Compassion. 

Parkinson’s brings ongoing change—not just physically, but emotionally and relationally. This session invites participants to explore how mindfulness can support us in being with what’s present: emotions, thoughts, grief, fear, love, and resilience—without becoming overwhelmed by them.

Rather than pushing difficult experiences away or trying to stay “positive,” we practice turning toward our inner experience with kindness and curiosity. This session is especially supportive for care partners and professionals, who often carry a lot while making space for others.

Speaker

Crista Ellis, E-RYT, B.Sc
Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Life Coach, Founder of Rising Rose Yoga
Senior Community Engagement Manager, Parkinson's Foundation

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

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.

Whether you’re new to mindfulness or a returning participant, these sessions are designed to be inclusive, supportive, and accessible for everyone. Find a comfortable place to sit, settle in, and experience how mindfulness can bring steadiness and space, even in the midst of change.

A brief time for questions and reflections will follow each practice.

Speaker

Taylor Rush, PhD
Health Psychologist, Director of Behavioral Services and Interdisciplinary Programs, Center for Neurological Restoration, Cleveland Clinic

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

Establishing a mindfulness practice can be a powerful ally in managing Parkinson’s symptoms and stress. This session focuses on practical ways to weave mindfulness into your daily routine—whether through breath, gentle movement, or stillness—helping you create a sustainable foundation of calm, clarity, and self-support.

Speaker

Devon Hase
Author & Meditatation Teacher

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

PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.

Wellness Wednesday: Social Engagement Series

Join us for a fun, interactive virtual workshop led by Second City faculty member Lisa Bany, where improvisational theater becomes a joyful tool for connection, creativity, and confidence.

Improv has emerged as a valuable complementary practice for people living with Parkinson’s, as it engages both motor and non-motor skills.  Through guided improv games and exercises, participants will be invited to connect, share, move, and laugh together. No prior improv or performance experience is needed—just a willingness to show up and participate at your own comfort level.

Speaker

Lisa Bany
Faculty, The Second City

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

Due to the nature of our social engagement programs and to protect the privacy of participants, we will not be recording or archiving these programs. By not recording, it's our hope that the program provides a comfortable environment that encourages meaningful participation.

PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.