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Nutrition and Parkinson’s: Science, Strategies and What Really Matters – Webinar Notes

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In March 2026, the Davis Phinney Foundation hosted “Nutrition and Parkinson’s: Science, Strategies and What Really Matters”, a conversation with Richelle Flanagan, a registered dietitian and person with Parkinson’s, on evidence-based nutrition strategies for PD. Up to 90% of people with Parkinson’s don’t have access to a dietitian, yet nutrition plays a crucial role across the entire disease spectrum. The talk covered supplements, gut health, constipation, timing of medications with food, protein redistribution diets, and practical strategies. The fundamental message: eating better can help many people with Parkinson’s, but it requires proper dietary assessment and support rather than following trends online.

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Staying Connected: Overcoming Communication Barriers in Parkinson’s Disease – Webinar Notes

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ACC stands for Augmentative and Alternative communication. There are low tech and high tech tools available to help with communication, some may use a combination of both throughout the day.
ACC stands for Augmentative and Alternative communication. There are low tech and high tech tools available to help with communication, some may use a combination of both throughout the day. Image source: webinar presentation slide.

In March 2026, the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) hosted a webinar titled “Staying Connected: Overcoming Communication Barriers.” Corinne Casey, SLP, and Anna Reeve, SLP, both speech-language pathologists from Lingraphica, said that communication changes are very common with PD and also very manageable with daily use and practice of communication strategies. When communication becomes more difficult, it can affect independence and daily functioning. The webinar is part of the APDA’s “Thriving Through Speech Therapy” series.

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Stronger Together: Finding Resilience in Life with Parkinson’s – Webinar Notes

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Slide from webinar presentation. You are not alone. Utilize the resources available to you. You have what it takes to cope with Parkinson's disease a nd be resilient.
Image source: Slide from webinar presentation. You are not alone. Utilize the resources available to you. You have what it takes to cope with Parkinson’s disease a nd be resilient. 

In early March 2026, the Parkinson Association of the Carolinas (PAC) hosted a webinar titled “Stronger Together: Finding Resilience in Life with Parkinson’s” about resilience, coping strategies, and grief management for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners. The core message shared: Resilience isn’t about being happy all the time or “toughing it out.” It’s about acknowledging your feelings, finding support in ways that work for you, and adapting to your new normal. You already have resilience—you can continue building it one step at a time with small, manageable strategies that focus on what you can control that day. The two speakers were Gillian Schultz, PAC’s program director, and Stephanie Reyes, a UNC Charlotte intern with PAC.

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“Minnesota Spring Parkinson’s Symposium,” Friday, April 10 – Register Now

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Register now for the Minnesota Spring Parkinson’s Symposium, an annual event co-hosted by three leading PD advocacy organizations in Minnesota. Topics include myths and misconceptions of Parkinson’s disease (PD), non-motor symptoms and how PD affects all body systems, and caregiving as a gift (and how to thrive without a gift receipt). A panel discussion will close out the day. 

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