Ep. 15 Loving Through Parkinson’s: Kimberly Schlapman on Faith, Family and Music | This is Parkinson’s Podcast

This episode of This Is Parkinson’s is straight from the heart, host Lisa Volenec sits down with Kimberly Schlapman—member of the Grammy Award–winning country group Little Big Town. Kimberly opens her heart about her mother’s 21-year journey with Parkinson’s disease.

Together, they talk candidly about:

The subtle early signs that appeared years before diagnosis.

How she and her siblings operate as a unified team to manage care.

The emotional reality of "anticipatory grief" when caring for a parent as roles shift.

The soothing power of old church hymns and music therapy for anxiety and Parkinson’s symptoms.

Finding silver linings, holding onto hope, and looking forward to future breakthroughs in Parkinson's research.

Whether you are a caregiver, a family member supporting a loved one with Parkinson's, or looking for an uplifting story of love and resilience, this episode offers comfort, connection, and reassurance that you are never alone on this journey.

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