Speech and voice impairments are common among people living with Parkinson’s. As many as 90% of people with Parkinson’s experience difficulties such as “hypophonia” (soft speech) or a more monotone, raspy, or breathy voice. Speech can become less intelligible and can make communication difficult, especially if paired with facial masking (a decrease in facial expression). It will come as no surprise then that speech and voice impairments can impact quality of life.

Speech and Language Pathologist John Dean recently sat down with us to discuss the various speech challenges related to Parkinson’s and actions you can take every day to train your voice, improve your speech, and communicate more fluidly and clearly.

In this final chapter, we share ways to plan for the financial impact of Parkinson's, as well as advice about long-term care planning for people with Parkinson's.

Learn how to navigate changing relationships within the family after a Parkinson's diagnosis and as it progresses.

Care partners are essential members of the wellness team for a person with Parkinson's. Learn how to balance the many aspects of being a Parkinson's care partner, how to manage stress and avoid caregiver burnout, how to find and ask for support, and more.

Hear in-depth information about the Duopa pump, deep brain stimulation, and more.

Here, we share how helping others helps yourself and how creative arts, spirituality, and hope can bring joy to your life.

Learn how to live your best life by managing common Parkinson's symptoms like depression and anxiety through mindfulness, counseling, and other wellness activities.

What to know before checking in, what to ask before discharge, tips from individuals with Duopa or Deep Brain Stimulation, and information about medical alert bracelets.