Many people find support groups help them deal with the challenges of having Parkinson's disease (PD) or being a care partner to someone with PD. Joining a support group connects you with others in similar circumstances. You can find a shoulder to cry on or get advice from people with experience. But you can't always get to a support group.
Video Support Groups use videoconferencing for meetings. Meetings are at a specific time on a regular schedule (weekly or monthly). Meetings are facilitated by a social worker, nurse, or someone with education or experience specific to the topic being discussed in the group.
The video support groups listed here are for people with Parkinson's disease as well as family and friends of people with PD.
Find online PD support groups for people with PD, family and friends on our online support groups page.
Anyone| People with PD | Caregivers Only | Men with PD | Women with PD | Young Onset | Newly Diagnosed | Flying Solo | Grief/Bereavement
Led by medical hypnotherapist Roger Moore, this group meets to share and hear real-life stories, share strength, resilience, and inspiration, and learn new mindfulness skills/techniques.
- 3rd Tuesday, 1:30pm PT
Registration Fee: $25 per session, or $75 for 4 sessions
Online Parkinson's Support Group
Online support group for the Parkinson's community to help stay connected and support each other during COVID.
- 1st Friday, 9am-10:30am PT
Email questions to Alana Dhillon.
Resilience OnlineTM for Everyone
This support group is open to everyone: people with Parkinson’s, family members – anyone impacted by a movement disorder.
Click "Join Now" to enter the group directly at the meeting time.
- Every Tuesday, 12:30pm PT
Round Table Support Group
Facilitated by a social worker, this group is for those with PD, caregivers, friends, and family. Registration is required.
- 1st Wednesday, 6pm PT
- 2nd Monday, 6pm PT
- 3rd Thursday, 1pm PT
Unidos con el Parkinson
Acompañamos a una reunión virtual mensual para la comunidad hispana presentada por Lisbeth Garces de la Organización de Juan Carlos y Boxeo Constante y Balanceado. Cualquiera (personas con EP, cuidadores, amigos, familiares).
- 1er lunes, 11:30 am a 12:30 pm PT
Virtual Village
Virtual Village meetings are for people with PD, caregivers, friends, and family. Meetings usually feature professional guest speakers from the PRO Wellness Village. Registration is required. Meeting times vary from month-to-month.
- 2nd Wednesday, 4pm PT
- 4th Monday, 6pm PT
Men's & Women's Support Group
Learn, share, and grow with other people living with Parkinson's. Meetings will start with a short combined educational presentation, and then split into separate men's and women's groups. Each group is self-facilitated.
- 1st Monday, 2:30pm PT
Join by clicking here. Meeting ID: 4444066660. Email PD-Connect for the password.
Parkinson's Virtual Power Hour Support Group
This group is designed to provide support and camaraderie for both men and women living with Parkinson's at any stage of the journey. All times are Pacific.
- Every Thursday, 8:30am PT
Wednesday Dialogue
Open, unmoderated forum where people with Parkinson's can have a frank dialogue. Share your local resources, learn about how others are managing their symptoms, or express the trials and triumphs of your journey with PD. All times are Pacific.
- Every other Wednesday, 2:30pm-4pm (from June 23rd, 2021) PT
Join by clicking here.
Meeting ID: 4444066660
Email PD-Connect for the password.
Advanced Parkinson's Carepartner Support Group
Monthly online support group designed for individuals caring for someone with advanced Parkinson's disease, which can be characterized by complex medical needs and/or changes in cognition that require help in almost all areas of daily life.
- 4th Thursday, 9am-10:30am PT
Use the above link to register. Following registration you will be provided with the link to log in to the group. Email questions to Courtney Doherty.
Caregivers Only Club
Connect with leader, Pam Polowski, and other caregivers via videoconference for support, coping skills, and survival strategies.
Sign up for free to become a member and receive links to join support group meetings. All times are Pacific.
- Every Wednesday, 7am PT
Early to Mid-Stage Parkinson's Carepartner Support Group
Monthly online support group is geared for individuals caring for someone with early to mid-stage Parkinson's disease, whether you are a spouse, partner, adult child, or friend.
- 3rd Wednesday, 9am-10:30am PT
Use the above link to register. Following registration you will be provided with the link to log in to the group. Email questions to Courtney Doherty.
Family PD Community
This facilitated support group is specifically for care partners, adult children, and those with a loved one in a facility. This group will help you share tips, ask questions, and discuss the difficult reality of taking care of a loved one with a movement disorder.
Click on "Join Now" to enter the group directly at the meeting time. All times are Pacific.
- Every Thursday, 1:30pm PT
Parkinson's Virtual Care Partner Connection Support Group
This group is designed to provide support and understanding for caregivers of loved ones living with Parkinson's Disease at any stage of the journey. All times are Pacific
- Every Thursday, 7am PT
Partner in Care Support Group
This group for caregivers and spouses of those with Parkinson's is facilitated by a social worker.
Registration is required, but it is free. Meeting times may vary from month-to-month. All times are Pacific.
- 1st Monday, 10am-11:30am PT
- 3rd Monday, 10am-11:30am PT
- 3rd Wednesday, 6pm-7:30pm PT
GET IT OUT! Men's Peer Group
Exchange experiences, ideas, and support with others living with Parkinson’s disease in this support group facilitated by Parkinson Place Members.
Sign up for free to become a member and receive links to join support group meetings. All times are Pacific
- Every Friday, 7am PT
Parkinson's Virtual Men's Support Group
This support group for Men living with Parkinson's, at any stage of their journey, comes together for camaraderie and support. All times are Pacific.
- 3rd Tuesday, 10:30am PT
Sunday Mornings with Twitchy Women
A series of fun, informative, and free webinars just for Women with PD. To maintain privacy for this group, care-partners and family members should not attend unless an event states that registration is open to all. All times are Pacific.
- Every other Sunday, 10am PT
Parkinson's Virtual WOMEN's Support Group
This group is open to women living with Parkinson's at any stage of their journey looking for connection and support. All times are Pacific.
- 4th Tuesday, 10:30am PT
Women's Peer Group - "Get it Ot"
A place to exchange experiences, ideas, and support with other women living with Parkinson's disease. Facilitated by Parkinson Place Members.
Sign up for free to become a member and receive links to join support group meetings. All times are Pacific
- 1st Friday, 8am PT
- 3rd Friday, 8am PT
Parkinson's Virtual YOPD Support Group
Meetings for people in their 60s and younger who have been diagnosed with Parkinson's. All times are Pacific.
- 1st Wednesday monthly, 1:30pm PT
YOPD Connections
A support group specifically for those who are living (or have lived) with YOPD. This group will help you build connections, community, and resources to live better with YOPD.
Click on "Join Now" to enter the group directly at the meeting time. All times are Pacific.
- 2nd Tuesday, 5pm PT
- 4th Tuesday, 5pm PT
Young Onset Parkinson's Disease (YOPD) Support Group
Online YOPD support group for individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's under the age of 60.
- 2nd Tuesday, 7pm-8:30pm PT
Use the above link to register. Following registration you will be provided with the link to log in to the group. Email questions to Alana Dhillon.
Newly Diagnosed Support Group
Online support group for those newly diagnosed with Parkinson's disease who wish to get connected with the Parkinson's community and find community while adjusting to their diagnosis.
- 1st Tuesday, 1:30pm-3pm PT
Use the above link to register. Following registration you will be provided with the link to log in to the group. Email questions to Alana Dhillon.
Flying Solo
A facilitated support group for those with Parkinson's or other movement disorders who are single, divorced living alone, or caring for someone else while trying to care for yourself.
Click on "Join Now" to enter the group directly at the meeting time. All times are Pacific.
- 2nd Monday, 9am PT
- 4th Monday, 2pm PT
Bereavement Support Group for Carepartners
Professionally facilitated Bereavement Support Group is open to carepartners dealing with the challenges of loss and grief.
- 2nd Tuesday, 1pm-2:30pm PT
Use the above link to register. Following registration you will be provided with the link to log in to the group.
Bereavement Support Group for People with Parkinson's
Professionally facilitated Bereavement Support Group is open to anyone who has Parkinson's and is dealing with the challenges of loss and grief.
- 3rd Wednesday, 11am-12:30pm PT
Use the above link to register. Following registration you will be provided with the link to log in to the group.
PRO Grief Group
Covering topics such as anticipatory grief, loss of movement/loss of abilities grief, loss or relationship grief, and eternal loss/loss of a loved one.
- 1st Thursday, 10am PT
- 3rd Thursday, 10am PT
Last updated June 2021 by Stanford Parkinson's Community Outreach
