Singing may offer more than enjoyment and connection for people with Parkinson’s. Research has found potential benefits for vocal volume, breath support, facial expression, and social well-being. Learn what the evidence shows and why singing works best alongside structured SPEAK OUT!® Therapy.

Daily speech and swallowing practice can make a meaningful difference for people with Parkinson’s, but many are left wondering what they should actually be doing each day. This blog walks through what a structured Home Practice routine looks like, how long it takes, what exercises are included, why guidance from a Certified SPEAK OUT!® Provider matters, and how Care Partners can help make daily practice part of everyday life.

Hypophonia is one of the most common speech changes in Parkinson’s. Learn why voices grow softer, why it goes unnoticed, and how SPEAK OUT! Therapy helps people REGAIN and RETAIN speech and swallowing.

Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD) describes Parkinson’s symptoms that begin before the age of fifty. With early speech therapy, supportive routines, and INTENT, people with YOPD can REGAIN and RETAIN their speech and swallowing.

Online speech therapy removes barriers of distance and mobility for people with Parkinson’s. Our Certified SPEAK OUT! Providers understand the unique considerations of online speech therapy, helping individuals and Care Partners gain the confidence and tools they need to participate in the virtual world with INTENT.

Drooling in Parkinson’s happens because swallowing becomes slower and less coordinated, not because there’s too much saliva. It can affect safety and quality of life, but SPEAK OUT!® Therapy helps treat the root cause.

Speech and swallowing changes affect up to 90 percent of people with Parkinson’s, yet they are often overlooked in the early stages. Understanding how SPEAK OUT!® Therapy works helps individuals with Parkinson’s reclaim their voice and LIVE with INTENT. 

Building a care team begins with one or two trusted professionals and expands as needs evolve. Understanding each role and how they work together ensures comprehensive and coordinated care for individuals with Parkinson’s.

Parkinson Plus Syndromes share some features with Parkinson’s, and understanding their distinct differences helps people and their Care Partners move forward with purpose and INTENT.