Building a Parkinson's care team isn't a one-time task – it's an evolving circle that grows with you.

In this episode, movement disorders neurologist Dr. Sarah Lidstone explains why Parkinson's care takes a team. You'll also hear from Parkinson Canada's Support and Information team, our Community Partnerships Coordinator, Morgan, who introduces the free CareFinder directory, and Kelly Williams, a clinical resource nurse at Winnipeg's Movement Disorder Clinic, who shares strategies for accessing care when resources are limited.

The episode closes with a wide-ranging audience Q&A on referrals, cost, home care, and family communication. 

Heads up: This episode is educational, not medical advice. Always talk to your own healthcare providers before changing your care plan or medications.

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In this webinar, Dr. Veronica Bruno discusses how women with Parkinson’s experience symptoms differently than men, barriers to care and treatment options, resources and tools available for women, and how to advocate for better care and research into women with Parkinson’s. Acclaimed Canadian author Kathy Page also joins to share her own personal journey with Parkinson’s, so eloquently captured in her book, In This Faulty Machine: A Memoir of Loss and Transformation.

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Living with Parkinson’s requires paying attention to your body and making adjustments as things change. In this webinar, pharmacist Greta Mah shares strategies for tracking and managing symptoms and medications. You’ll also be introduced to a Parkinson Canada tool for navigating those first weeks when starting a new medication. Boost your Parkinson’s wellness with self-assessment, goal-setting, and communication tools that will help you form new habits, manage symptoms and side effects, and make the most of your medical appointments. Find the 10-week medication guide here: https://www.parkinson.ca/resources/ed...Sign up for future webinars: https://www.parkinson.ca/resources/co...

Discover new ways to move, feel, and live better with Parkinson’s.

This wellness webinar highlights three innovative, community-based programs supported by the Parkinson Canada CARE Fund. Each program shares practical, creative, and evidence-informed approaches designed to support people living with Parkinson’s and their care partners in everyday life.

Featured programs:

• Unlocking Movement: Managing Freezing of Gait - Neurology Rehab An online, expert-led program with practical strategies to manage freezing of gait and support confidence and mobility. Presenter: Haseel Bhatt, MScPT, MSc, Movement Disorders Physiotherapist
• Mindfulness Meditation - Living Better with Parkinson’s An 8-week mindfulness program introducing gentle breathing, relaxation, and awareness practices to support calm and wellbeing. Presenters: Tracey Burton, RN, and Jay Robinson, certified meditation teacher
• Mime + Dance = Synergy - Mime Over Mind A creative movement approach blending mime and dance to support expression, coordination, and movement for people living with Parkinson’s. Presenters: Barbara Salsberg Mathews, founder of Mime Over Mind, and Sarah Martens, movement and dance instructor

Learn more about Parkinson Canada’s CARE Fund and funded programs.

Falls can be one of the most significant challenges faced by people living with Parkinson’s. In this episode, we explore what contributes to fall risk, how to move more safely, and what to do if a fall does occur.

Physiotherapist Naomi Casiro, founder of NeuroFit BC and a leader in Parkinson’s-focused falls training, offers clear, practical guidance to help people stay mobile and confident in their daily lives. Naomi’s approach blends exercise science, neuro-rehabilitation, and real-world strategies that empower individuals to move safely and with greater ease.

You’ll learn:

• Key risk factors for falls in Parkinson’s

• How falls prevention and falls training work together

• Protective techniques that can reduce injury

• How to get up safely after a fall

• Everyday habits that support mobility and confidence

For more tools, programs, and community support, visit www.parkinson.ca

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Navigate Parkinson’s medications with confidence.

In this session, pharmacist Greta Mah explains how Parkinson’s medications work, common side effects, and practical strategies to manage your treatment effectively.

She shares insights to help people living with Parkinson’s and their care partners navigate daily routines, make informed decisions, and feel more empowered in their care.

Greta is a board-certified geriatric pharmacist and adjunct lecturer at the University of Toronto’s Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy. She also coordinates the North York General Hospital – Fanny Bernstein Living Well with Parkinson’s Education Program.

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Discover practical strategies to live well with Parkinson’s.

In this Ask the Expert session, occupational therapist Roseleen John shares practical strategies to help people living with Parkinson’s maintain independence and improve their quality of life.

She discusses:

• Activities of daily living
• Home safety and mobility
• Adaptive strategies to support independence
• Tools and approaches that make everyday tasks more manageable

Roseleen brings extensive experience from clinical settings across neuroscience, medicine, and orthopedics. She holds Master’s degrees in both Neuroscience and Occupational Therapy from the University of Alberta and teaches in the OTA/PTA program at Grant MacEwan University.

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In this insightful webinar, physiotherapist Orla Hares explored how exercise can support motor function, boost mood, and even slow symptom progression, while sharing practical tips to make movement a meaningful part of your Parkinson’s care plan.

Duncan Campbell also shares his personal journey, showing why staying active has been essential in his life with Parkinson’s.

📌 Watch or listen now to discover how exercise can be a powerful part of your Parkinson’s journey.

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Stem cell therapies are advancing through clinical trials worldwide and remain some of the most promising candidates for a new Parkinson’s treatment.

This research focuses on synthesizing stem cells and transforming them into dopamine neurons to replace those lost during the progression of Parkinson’s.

In this webinar, expert speakers Dr. Kwang-Soo Kim and Dr. Agnete Kirkeby share an overview of the field, including where research stands today and what these breakthroughs could mean for people living with Parkinson’s.

Listen now to learn more about this cutting-edge area of research.

This webinar was supported by BlueRock Therapeutics.

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Apathy is a feeling of low motivation, desire, or interest. When someone with Parkinson’s experiences apathy, it can impact their quality of life. But what can be done?

In this webinar, neuropsychologist Dr. Sara Pishdadian discussed the causes and physical, social, and mental health impacts of apathy on a person living with Parkinson’s and the people who care about them. She also covered management techniques and when and how to seek professional help.

Gord Myers joined the session to share his experience with apathy as a Parkinson’s symptom, along with management strategies that worked for him.

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