Every month, Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach produces a list of Parkinson’s-related webinars and virtual meetings with speakers. Here’s our February 2023 list.
What’s the difference between a webinar and a virtual meeting? A “webinar” has a handful of speakers at most, and attendees have both audio and video muted. A “virtual meeting” usually allows attendees to be seen and heard.
We recommend you register NOW for anything of interest. That way, if there’s a recording, as a registrant you’ll receive an email alerting you to the recording availability. Also, note that a few webinars have registration deadlines well in advance of the webinar dates.
Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach will try to attend as many of these events as possible and share our notes. Our notes about PD webinars are often posted here to our blog. We email our notes to the “Stanford PD Info” and “PD Caregivers” email lists, depending on the relevance to those audiences.
We publish to our blog an additional caregiver-specific webinar and virtual event list, which is sent to those on our “PD Caregivers” list. That list includes some events not included here since those events are for caregivers only.
If you are a caregiver to someone with PD, we encourage you to be added to our “PD Caregivers” email list.
Unless indicated, the webinar and virtual meetings listed below are:
- Times listed as PT. (We are based in California, after all.)
- One-hour in duration. We suggest you join five minutes before the official start-time. (Usually, the speaker talks for 30-40 minutes and there’s a question-and-answer session for the remaining time.)
- For a general audience. (Again, caregiver-specific events are on our other list.)
- Not focused on a single medication or single, branded treatment. (Those are excluded.)
- Free.
After that long preamble, here’s our list of PD-related webinars and virtual meetings in February 2023…
Thursday, February 2, 11am
Beginning the Dementia Journey, Part II
Note: This webinar is NOT specific to PD.
Description:
The speaker will review the steps and challenges encountered by family caregivers as it becomes apparent a loved one has cognitive issues. Bring questions about challenges you are experiencing. This is the second session in a two-part series.
Speaker: Tam Cummings, PhD
Host: Wellmed Caregiver Teleconnection
The webinar will be recorded and posted to the Caregiver Teleconnection website.
Thursday, February 2, 12pm
Clinical and Social Implications of Late-Stage Parkinson’s
Description:
Take a deeper look into understanding possible challenges faced in advancing PD. Gain insights into better supporting your loved one or advocating for yourself when challenges present and find resources to help support these changes.
Host: PMD Alliance
The webinar recording may be posted to the PMD Alliance YouTube channel
Viernes, 3 de febrero, 10:30am-12pm
Conduciendo y Demencia
Nota: Este seminario web NO es específico para la EP.
No hay descripción disponible.
Host: Inland Caregiver Resource Center, Colton, CA
The webinar will not be recorded.
Saturday, February 4, 12pm
Angry Elder: It’s Not Hopeless
Note: This webinar is NOT specific to PD.
Description:
The topic is medical management of anger behaviors in the elderly, especially those with dementia. Part of the High Noon with Dr. Liz series.
Speaker: Elizabeth Landsverk, MD, ElderConsult Geriatric Medicine, Burlingame, CA
Host: Dr. Liz Geriatrics
No need to register. Tune into Facebook Live at the time of the event
A recording of the event will be posted immediately on the Dr. Liz Geriatrics Facebook page
Tuesday, February 7, 10-11:30am
Combating Loneliness
Note: This webinar is NOT specific to PD.
Description:
With roughly 1 out of 8 Americans now over 65 (over 47 million people), loneliness and isolation are becoming hot button issues. Learn facts and the seven causes of loneliness in seniors.
Host: Inland Caregiver Resource Center, Colton, CA
The webinar will not be recorded.
Wednesday, February 8, 10am
Making Sense Of It All [in Parkinson’s]
Description:
Learn about common emotions that people with Parkinson’s and their care partners might experience and when to seek a higher level of support. Also discuss how to spiritually add meaning to your life and how a chaplain can help support you, emotionally and spiritually.
Speaker: Sue Ouellette, PhD, M.Div, chaplain, Neurology Supportive and Palliative Care, University of Rochester Medical Center
Hosts: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
This webinar may be posted on PF’s YouTube channel in the Wellness Wednesday playlist
Thursday, February 9, 10-11:30am
Living with Dementia: Managing Daily Care
Note: The webinar is NOT specific to PD.
Description:
Dementia care specialists will offer strategies for planning daily activities such as dressing, dining, personal hygiene and exercising, as well as social and leisure activities.
Speakers:
Gia Barsell, dementia specialist, Hope Hospice
Debbie Emerson, dementia specialist, Hope Hospice
Host: Hope Hospice, Dublin, CA
No information is available about the recording of this webinar.
Friday, February 10, 12:30-2:30pm
Louie, Louie: A Portrait in Parkinson’s
Early Onset Memory Loss: Conversations with Letty Tennis
Living After Stroke: Conversations With Couples
Description:
These three short films explore the experiences of families living with the after effects of different types of dementing illnesses and discuss issues that are common across diagnoses as well as disease-specific challenges.
Discussion will focus on understanding how challenges may manifest differently depending on a person’s diagnosis, identifying family caregiving challenges that transcend diagnoses. It is not clear if the films will be presented in their entirety. Total running time of all three films is one hour and 44 minutes.
Host: Redwood Caregiver Resource Center, Santa Rosa, CA
The webinar will not be recorded.
Monday, February 13, 10am
Changing Isolation and Loneliness into Better Connections with Others
Note: The webinar is NOT specific to PD.
Description:
Learn better ways to use your communication skills to fit the communication style of the person you care for and help them make more meaningful connections.
Speaker: Andy B. Crocker, MS
Host: Wellmed Caregiver Teleconnection
The webinar will be recorded and posted to the Caregiver Teleconnection website.
Monday, February 13, 7pm
Intimacy and Parkinson’s Disease
Description:
The speakers will review challenges with sexual intimacy and will explore options to address emotional distance influenced by physical limitations and role transitions brought on by PD. Couples are strongly encouraged to participate in this webinar together as the focus is on relationships, sharing, and communication.
Speakers:
Elaine Book, social worker, Pacific Parkinson’s Research Centre
Tricia Wallace, clinical counselor, Parkinson Society BC
Host: Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC)
To encourage participation, this webinar will not be recorded.
Martes, 14 de febrero, 8am
Desafíos en el manejo de la demencia
Nota: Este seminario web NO es específico para la EP.
Descripción:
Un psiquiatra hablará sobre los temas fundamentales en el manejo de la demencia, incluyendo cómo lidiar con los episodios de crisis de comportamiento. También recomendará recursos para los cuidadores.
Orador: Néstor H. Praderio, MD,
Anfitriona: Wellmed Caregiver Teleconnection
El seminario web se grabará y publicará en el sitio web Caregiver Teleconnection.
Tuesday, February 14, 2-3:30pm
Difficult Conversations about Difficult Decisions
Note: This webinar is NOT specific to PD.
Description:
Anticipating the kinds of situations that may arise in a long term caregiving situation can help you honor your loved one’s health care wishes and avoid having to make tough decisions alone during a crisis. Attendees of this webinar will learn how to start a conversation, deal with resistance, get family members together, and make choices.
Host: Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno, CA
The webinar will not be recorded.
Wednesday, February 15, 8am
When is the right time for someone with dementia to move into a care home?
Note: The webinar is NOT specific to PD.
Description:
The discussion revolves around when is the right time, how and who should place a loved one with dementia in a care facility. The speaker will also discuss the pros and cons of long term care facilities. At the end of this session, for those that are interested, the speaker will stay on the line and offer personal support. Part of the Dear Lucy series.
Speaker: Lucy Barylak, MSW
Host: Wellmed Caregiver Teleconnection
The webinar will be recorded and posted to the Caregiver Teleconnection website. Personal support conversations with Lucy will not be recorded.
Miércoles, 15 de febrero, 2:30-4pm
Cuidado de la piel y el envejecimiento
Nota: Este seminario web NO es específico para la EP.
No hay descripción disponible.
Anfitriona: Inland Caregiver Resource Center, Colton, CA
El webinar no será grabado.
Thursday, February 16, 9:10-10am
Top Ten Tips for Care Partners
Description:
Learn some helpful tips for maintaining healthy relationships, handling unexpected challenges, and finding time for yourself. This session will offer information about support and resources for YOUR wellness. There will be a live Q&A session afterward, so get your questions ready! Part of the 2-day APDA Virtual Parkinson’s Conference
Speaker: Sheila Moore, MSW, LCSW
Host: American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA)
A recording of the webinar may be posted to the APDA YouTube channel
Thursday, February 16, 10am
Mental Health and Aging
Note: The webinar is NOT specific to PD.
Description:
Did you know anxiety is the number one mental health diagnosis for adults in the USA? A good basic understanding of adult mental health can assist you in taking care of yourself and helping the one you care for through their journey. Learn the basics of common adult mental health diagnoses including common myths, symptoms, and treatments in this webinar.
Speaker: Natalee Oliver, DSW
Host: Wellmed Caregiver Teleconnection
The webinar will be recorded and posted to the Caregiver Teleconnection website.
Thursday, February 16, 11:40am-12:20pm
Ask Us Anything: A Panel Conversation With Care Partners
Description:
A panel discussion with three fantastic care partners to answer your questions about caring for those living with PD. They’ve got years of real-life experience and are ready to talk to you about the joys and challenges of being a care partner. Part of the 2-day APDA Virtual Parkinson’s Conference
Speakers:
George Dumenigo, LCSW, University of Miami
Laura Esquer, APDA Arizona Director of Programs
Host: American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA)
A recording of the webinar may be posted to the APDA YouTube channel
Viernes, 17 de febrero, 1:30-3pm
Manejo del estrés
Nota: Este seminario web NO es específico para la EP.
No hay descripción disponible.
Anfitriona: Inland Caregiver Resource Center, Colton, CA
El webinar no será grabado.
Saturday, February 18, 12:20-2pm
Caregiver 101
Note: The webinar is NOT specific to PD.
Description:
Introductory training for family members or informal caregivers of someone diagnosed with dementia. Discussions on strategies for dealing with dementia associated symptoms and the importance of advanced planning.
Host: Redwood Caregiver Resource Center, Santa Rosa, CA
No information is available about the recording of this webinar.
Tuesday, February 21, 9am
Isolation and Caregiving: Approaching the “Cliff”
Note: The webinar is NOT specific to PD.
Description:
When caregivers gradually lose their connections, both social and self-caring, the precipice of clinical depression and burnout gets closer. This often results in the care recipient becoming more isolated as the caregiver withdraws. Join us to discuss this growing public health dilemma—offering reasons and healthy responses, especially from those of you who have “been there.”
Speaker: Evalyn Greb, LCSW
Host: Wellmed Caregiver Teleconnection
The webinar will be recorded and posted to the Caregiver Teleconnection website.
Tuesday, February 21, 2-3:30pm
How To Cope When You’re At The End of Your Rope
Note: This webinar is NOT specific to PD.
Description:
The speaker will share healthy ways to cope with stress.
Speaker: Maira Martin, Senior Care Action Network, Long Beach, CA
Host: Inland Caregiver Resource Center, Colton, CA
The webinar will not be recorded.
Miércoles, 22 de febrero, 1:30-3pm
Cuidado propio
Nota: Este seminario web NO es específico para la EP.
No hay descripción disponible.
Host: Inland Caregiver Resource Center, Colton, CA
El webinar no será grabado.
Viernes, 24 de febrero, 2-3pm
Tiene Que Haber Una Mejor Manera! (There Must Be A Better Way!)
Nota: Este seminario web NO es específico para la EP.
No hay descripción disponible.
Host: Family Caregiver Alliance, San Francisco, CA
No hay información disponible sobre la grabación de este seminario web.
Tuesday, February 28, 9am
Encouraging Words Matter
Note: The webinar is NOT specific to PD.
Description:
When you speak encouraging words you can do wonders for others’ self-esteem. In this class, you will learn the value of building others up so they can successfully deal with life issues.
Speaker: Cynthia Hazel, MA
Host: Wellmed Caregiver Teleconnection
The webinar will be recorded and posted to the Caregiver Teleconnection website.