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@janetgeller9

Hi, my name is Janet and my husband who was recently diagnosed with PD is Stan. I’m a young and active 84 year old psychotherapist, still maintaining a part-time private practice. Stan will be 85 in February. Since his retirement 12 years ago as a high school history teacher and a horologist, in general he’s been depressed and withdrawn. He was diagnosed with PD in December 2024. Stan has the beginnings of Parkinson having both physical and cognitive symptoms. We are both in need of a support group, having so many emotions re: this diagnosis. Is there a virtual support group that meets regularly ? How does the Mayo Clinic group function?

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Hello @janetgeller9

I also welcome you to the PD support group on Mayo Connect. A Parkinson's diagnosis is hard to accept. This is true for the patient as well as the caregiver. I see you are looking for a support group or a Zoom group.

Here is a link from the National Parkinson's Foundation with information about support in your area, https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support. Just click on "In Your Area" and you can find groups nearby.

On Connect, we have a Caregivers Support Group which might be helpful to you. Here is a link to those discussions, https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/caregivers/

What is the most difficult adjustment for you right now?