How do I tell my children about my Parkinson’s disease (PD) diagnosis? How do I explain a tremor to my grandkids? How can I support my parent with Parkinson’s from a distance? How can I communicate with my loved one who is experiencing apathy without being pushy? 

Every year our community submits thousands of questions online and at in-person events. Many are about Parkinson’s symptoms, treatment options and the latest research, but we’re also asked questions about relationships and how to maintain connection with loved ones with Parkinson’s in the picture. In this episode of The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s Parkinson’s Podcast, our expert panel tackles questions on relationships and shares their personal experiences and advice. 

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Tune in to hear guest host Lisa Volenec, a Parkinson’s advocate, Team Fox fundraiser and general manager for KMTV in Omaha, Nebraska who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2014, lead a conversation with: 

• Becca Miller, who is a psychologist, an associate professor at Yale School of Medicine and a mother. She is a member of The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s Patient Council and was diagnosed with PD in 2013.

• Mike Kelly, who is a husband, father to three and grandfather to four. He’s an avid Team Fox member and was diagnosed with PD in 2004.

• Courtney Doherty, who is a registered clinical counselor in Vancouver, BC, Canada who specializes in working with the Parkinson’s community. Her father lives with Parkinson’s disease.