If someone you care about has Parkinson's, your steady presence matters more than anything on this site. Here's how these practices fit in, and how to help.
The practices here are calm, guided imagery exercises. The person rests and gently pictures — or simply senses — easy movement, or a settled, calm feeling. Each one takes about fifteen minutes and is done sitting or lying down.
They're a gentle companion to medical care, not a treatment, and we're careful not to overstate them. Understanding that helps you support without expecting too much: the aim is ease and quality of life, not a cure or a fix.
Balance and walking need real-world care. Some practices rehearse movement in the mind only. They are never a reason to try walking or balancing without the usual support. If falls are a worry, a physiotherapist and a falls assessment are what matter — not imagery.
Imagery doesn't work the same for everyone, and that's fine. Some people picture things vividly; some feel movement without any picture; some experience neither. None of that is failure. If they say "nothing happened," the "when nothing happens" page may reassure you both.
Caring for someone with a long-term condition takes a quiet toll. Your wellbeing matters — for your own sake, and because you can only support well when you're supported too. Carer support groups and your GP can help. The calm practices on this site are for you as well, if you'd like them.