TERRI PEASE, PHD
If you are living with Parkinson’s yourself and looking for support, please visit the Parkinson’s Foundation or speak with your neurologist for patient-focused resources.
Support the Family Caregiver from day one
When Parkinson’s enters a family, the person with Parkinson’s may not be ready to think about “caregiving.”
But the spouse, partner, or adult child often needs clear, practical support right away — and a place to land.
If your patient isn’t ready for caregiver-focused material, you can still support the family member without pushing the patient faster than they can go.
Why caregiver support matters
Caregiver capacity is an important factor in Parkinson’s disease outcomes and long-term stability. Research consistently demonstrates associations between caregiver strain and patient health outcomes across chronic neurological conditions.
Care partners are often managing medication routines, safety decisions, appointments, transportation, and daily stability. When they are supported, treatment adherence and long-term stability improve.
A simple referral you can offer in under 30 seconds
1. Share the free guide
First Essentials gives the family caregiver a calm, practical starting place.
2. Connect them to ongoing support
The same page links them to regular caregiver emails for steady guidance.
3. Offer deeper support when they’re ready
Coaching and structured programs are available for caregivers who want more help.
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About Terri Pease, PhD
Terri Pease, PhD is the author of Love, Dignity and Parkinson’s: From Care Partner to Caregiver and provides practical education and coaching for Parkinson’s family caregivers.
Her work is grounded, realistic, and designed for real homes — not just clinic visits.
Terri is a former PD Caregiver, not a therapist. Her work focuses on education, coaching, and caregiver support.