Parkinson Voice Project

03/31/2026

TOPIC: BAKING

03/30/2026

TOPIC: DOCTORS

03/30/2026

In this edition of The Parkinson's Glossary, we describe the Substantia Nigra - the region of the brain responsible for producing dopamine, which controls automatic movements.

The SPEAK OUT!® Therapy Program teaches how to use the intentional motor system to compensate for the impaired automatic motor system.

03/30/2026

TOPIC: DOCTORS

03/29/2026

Congratulations on four years, Joanne! Your dedication and consistency over the years are truly appreciated. Thank you for everything you do.

03/28/2026

Individuals with Parkinson's experience sensory deficits. This makes them think they are speaking, smiling, and walking normally, when in fact they are not. Learning to speak with INTENT helps individuals be their best selves.

SPEAK OUT!® Therapy helps people with Parkinson’s regain and retain their speech and swallowing through individual and group therapy.

03/27/2026

Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's experience speech and swallowing difficulties, which worsen over time. Early intervention with the SPEAK OUT® Therapy can help individuals to REGAIN and RETAIN their speech and swallowing.

Find a Certified SPEAK OUT! Provider near you: https://parkinsonvoiceproject.org/program/find-a-provider/

03/27/2026

TOPIC: MONARCH BUTTERFLIES

03/26/2026

Traveling with Parkinson's requires preparation. Here are a few tips on managing medications, planning activities, and maintaining speech and swallowing with daily Home Practice Sessions while away from home.

Read our detailed blog here: https://parkinsonvoiceproject.org/blog/tips-to-travel-confidently-with-parkinsons/

03/26/2026

3/26/2026 Parkinson’s Speech Exercises

03/25/2026

TOPIC: FIRST JOBS

03/24/2026

Meet Sandy, a Parkinson Voice Advocate. She shares how SPEAK OUT!® Therapy helps her speak with INTENT.

To learn more, visit: https://parkinsonvoiceproject.org/program/find-a-provider/