Support for Parkinson’s Care Partners

Family members, friends, and people who care for someone with PD are also impacted by the disease.
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PCLA Support Groups for Care Partners

Meet with other care partners who understand how you feel.

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Details

This weekly support group is for all family caregivers to a loved one with Parkinson’s. This is an open, conversational group.

Join us to share, or just listen, and to learn more about Parkinson’s caregiving and resources.

This group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 7:30pm-8:30pm PT.

Zoom Link: bit.ly/CarePartnerConnection

Meeting ID: 838 6737 7847
Password: 808495

Host: Charles Schiell

About Host: This group is hosted by Charles Schiell, who was a care partner to his father with Parkinson’s.

Videos for Care Partners

December 17, 2024

2024 Life Beyond the Basics Conference

February 20, 2024

Explore Intimacy While Living with PD

November 23, 2022

Let's Talk Parkinson's Caregiving

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Blog Articles for Care Partners

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Parkinson’s and Hallucinations: What to Know and How to Help

Learn why hallucinations can happen with Parkinson’s, what they may look like, how a care team can help, and how care partners can respond with calm.
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What to Say to Your Kids and Teens About Parkinson’s

Teaching kids and teens about Parkinson’s is not a one-time conversation. It is an ongoing process that evolves as they grow and as the condition changes. By being honest, supportive, and open, you give young people the tools to understand what is happening and to respond with empathy rather than fear.
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A Look Back At 2025 With PCLA

As we close out 2025, we extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us, supported our mission, and helped strengthen our Parkinson’s community this year.
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National Nonprofit Resources for Care Partners

USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology

The USC Family Caregiver Support Center offers a wealth of resources for family caregivers, including caregiver education, tips, support groups, and more.

National Caregiver Action Network

The National Caregiver Action Network offers online forums for caregiver support and a Family Caregiver Toolbox.

The Caregiver Space

The Caregiver Space is an active community offering personal stories, articles of interest, an email newsletter, and more.

Family Caregiver Alliance

The Family Caregiver Alliance offers resources, including an online community and virtual caregiver support groups.

Los Angeles County’s Family Caregiver Support Program

Los Angeles County’s Family Caregiver Support Program provides support to family caregivers who qualify.

Publications on Parkinson’s Care Partners

Parkinson's Foundation

Caring and Coping (request a free e-book by email)

Davis Phinney Foundation

Parkinson’s Care Partner Rulebook (request a free digital copy by email)

Parkinson's UK

Supporting someone with Parkinson's: A guide for family, friends and carers

Michael J Fox Parkinson’s Foundation

You, Your Loved One, and Parkinson’s Disease: Advice from Lonnie Ali and the Michael J. Fox Foundation

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