Parkinson’s Pilot™
Personal Resilience Course for Patients and Their Caregivers
Parkinson’s Pilot is a guided video course currently in development by the Parkinson’s Resilience Institute to help people develop personal resilience and navigate the emotional, practical, and psychological realities of a Parkinson’s diagnosis.
Designed especially for those who are newly diagnosed, as well as their families and care partners, Parkinson’s Pilot will explore the questions, fears, decisions, and adjustments that emerge in the early stages of the journey.
Through a series of simple yet thoughtful video lessons, Parkinson’s Pilot will address topics such as understanding the full Parkinson’s disease spectrum, managing uncertainty, navigating care, maintaining emotional well-being, communicating with others, and building a strong support system. Our goal is not simply to provide information, but to help people feel more grounded, informed, connected, and capable moving forward.
Ten short videos to help you chart a course for personal resilience.
The Shock of Diagnosis
An exploration of the emotional impact of a Parkinson’s diagnosis and the difficult first days and weeks that often follow.Information Overload
How to manage the flood of medical information, opinions, advice, and online content that can quickly become overwhelming after diagnosis.Understanding the Parkinson’s Spectrum
An introduction to the wide range of Parkinson’s symptoms, progression patterns, and individual experiences that make every case different.Navigating the Parkinson’s Care System
A practical guide to understanding neurologists, movement disorder specialists, therapies, medications, and the broader Parkinson’s treatment landscape.Mental Health and Cognitive Changes
An honest discussion about depression, anxiety, apathy, cognitive changes, and other non-motor symptoms commonly associated with Parkinson’s disease.
Talking With Family, Friends and Employers
Guidance for communicating about Parkinson’s with the important people in your life and managing the social and professional challenges that may arise.Exercise as Medicine
An overview of the growing evidence supporting exercise as one of the most important tools for maintaining function, mobility, and quality of life.Managing Fear, Anxiety and Uncertainty
Strategies for coping with uncertainty about the future while building emotional resilience and maintaining a sense of stability and control.Building Your Support Network
How to identify, strengthen, and expand the personal, medical, and community relationships that can help you navigate life with Parkinson’s.Where Do You Go From Here?
A forward-looking conclusion focused on practical next steps, long-term adaptation, and building a meaningful life after diagnosis.
Parkinson’s Pilot is currently in active development, with an anticipated rollout in the fall of 2026. If you would like to receive updates, early previews and launch announcements, we invite you to sign up for notifications below.