General Blogs
Women & Parkinson 2025: A Day of Connection, Strength, and Relaxation
On May 23, 2025, it's happening again: the Women & Parkinson Event! A special day for women with Parkinson’s, centered around meeting, connecting, and…
March 9, 2025
Helping Children to Understand Parkinson’s By Michelle Lane
When I was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2000, I first thought of my three children and of how my diagnosis would impact them. How…
March 8, 2025
Winning Over Parkinson’s: A Path to Strength, Hope, and Expert Insights Are You or a Loved One Affected by Parkinson’s?
Living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) can be challenging, but access to the right knowledge and expert guidance can empower patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals…
March 8, 2025
Moving On… By Esther Labib-Kiyarash
Today marks 2 years since my diagnosis with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease. Last year I spent the day reflecting, looking back. I made a…
March 7, 2025
For Most of My Adult Life. By Jennifer Crowder
Not every day is great at Rock Steady, which is a big reason why I love the program. Every day my 100% looks different,…
March 6, 2025
The Dangers of Medical Gas Lighting By Dawn Howard
An individual will seek care in an emergency department, to get immediate relief from what is ailing them. Why does an individual go to…
March 5, 2025
Entanglement of my Parkinson’s Medications By Tincy Binu
Living and working with Parkinson’s is a mission. A mission to overcome the challenges and stumbling blocks on the way, a mission to overcome…
March 3, 2025
NeuroBallet for Parkinson’s By Gaia Forlani
(Powered by the Parkinson Performance Centre) NeuroBallet is a groundbreaking method combining ballet, neuroscience and athletic conditioning. A special program of NeuroBallet is dedicated…
February 19, 2025
Will the sky clear up… By Wendy van Wijk-Lugthart
Will the sky clear up and the sun shine brightly? By Wendy van Wijk-Lugthart (Wendy's Parkinson Journey) – February 18, 2025 What If I…
February 18, 2025
Music Therapy and PD By Alexis Baker, MT-BC, CDP
“Music’s ability to heal, to provide a brighter day, to promote physical and mental health, knows no boundaries of language or culture.” – Dr.…
February 15, 2025