March is a time to honor and celebrate the countless contributions women have made, and at the Brian Grant Foundation, Women’s History Month gives us an opportunity to share some of the diverse stories of women who confront Parkinson’s disease with courage and resilience. Through our personal video shorts, blog posts, and podcasts, you will hear from women are not only navigating the challenges of Parkinson’s but are also challenging societal perceptions, advocating for awareness, and inspiring others along the way.
VIDEO SHORTS
Sree Sripathy – 30 Days of Parkinson’s
Amy Lavallee – My Little Yellow Pill
Shan Havins – In Pursuit of Purpose
Denise Coley – Marathon Lessons for Life
Marlene Kendrick – Believe
Ana Mariá – Wise Limits
Caryn Lee – Now What? …Finding Balance
Claudia Danker – Tin Woman in Action
Kamal Julka – We are the “Elites”
Megan Taye – The Life of the Party
Serina Marie – Destiny
Amber Hesford – Control
See their profiles in our Community Stories below
BLOG POSTS
ON TIME: A PARKINSON’S PODCAST
Parkinson’s Stigma for Women – Sree Sripathy and Richelle Flanagan, co-founders of the Women’s Parkinson’s Project, about Parkinson’s Stigma for Women. Listen on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube.
Parkinson’s Stigma Internationally – Nduta M’mbogori speaks about her experience being diagnosed and living with Parkinson’s in Nairobi, Kenya. Listen on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube.
A Champion for Veterans – Dr. Sara Whittingham, USAF Veteran, physician, Ironman triathlete, wife and mother. Listen on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube.
Things that Women Deal With – Amber Hesford speaks with friend and Parkinson’s advocate, Esther Labib-Kiyarash. Listen on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube.
