This group is for anyone diagnosed with Parkinson’s, their family or caregiver and those that work with Parkinson’s patients. We are located in Elizabethton, TN .

This is a monthly Parkinson’s Educational Program provided by The Cole Center.

2026 Presentations:
April 1: Advanced Care Planning; Taylor Peabody, MD, Movement Disorder Specialist, The Cole Center

May 6: Gut Health & PD; Shadi Barbu, MD, DBS Medical Director, The Cole Center

June 3: Mood Changes and PD; Amber Rochette, PhD, Clinical Neuropsychologist, Knox Neuro, PLLC

July: No Cole Series

August 5: Benefits of PT for Parkinson’s; Joe Smith, PT, DPT, MTC, Outpatient Physical Therapy Manager

September 2: Important Conversations to Have with Loved Ones; Gabrielle Blake, LCSW, Elder Care Coordinator, Franklin & Kyle Elder Law, LLC

October: No Cole Series

November 4: Ask the Social Worker: Tools & Tips for Supporting Independence; Laura Clabo, LAPSW, Medical Social Worker, The Cole Center

December 2 : PD Chalk Talk; Philip Tipton, MD, Director of Research, The Cole Center

This is intended to be a safe place where you can be yourself, share your experiences, learn from others and much more. Because this is intended to be a small group allowing for everyone to participate, attendance is limited, registration is required. This group is sponsored by The Cole Center for Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders.

We will meet in January, April, July, and October in 2026.

The Bereaved Caregiver Community is a safe space to connect with and receive support from others on a similar journey. These groups are for care partners and family members whose loved ones lived with Parkinson’s disease and Parkinson’s like conditions.

The location varies each month.

Date and time subject to change based on weather and group requests.

The Cole Center’s Huntington’s disease (HD) caregiver support group provides a supportive space for family members and care partners of individuals living with HD. Participants can share experiences, learn practical caregiving strategies, access educational resources, and connect with others who understand the emotional, physical, and daily challenges of caring for someone with HD. The group promotes encouragement, resilience, and a sense of community.

Registration Required. A link to attend via ZOOM will be provided by email the morning of the meeting.