YOUTHCONNECT · AGES 18–29 · BRITISH COLUMBIA
Parkinson’s in your family?
You don’t have to figure it out alone.
Meet other young adults who understand what it’s like to have a parent or close family member with Parkinson’s.
Online support. Real connection.
YOUTHCONNECT RETURNS
Nov 25
6:30–7:30 pm Pacific Time (PCT)
Make space for you.
Meet online on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Zoom links are sent 24 hours before the meeting.
A space for what you’re going through.
Connect with peers
Meet young adults with a shared family experience.
Share experiences
Explore the questions and challenges that matter to you.
Find encouragement
Build connections in a welcoming, understanding group.
A few things to know.
Who is YouthConnect for?
Young adults ages 18–29 in British Columbia who have a parent or close family member living with Parkinson’s.
When does the group meet?
YouthConnect relaunches on Wednesday, November 25, 2026. Online meetings take place on the fourth Wednesday of each month, from 6:30–7:30 pm Pacific. Zoom links are sent 24 hours before each meeting. Registration is open for the 2026–2027 season.
Are there in-person meetups?
As YouthConnect grows, PSBC hopes to offer additional opportunities to connect, including potential in-person gatherings and activities.
Who can I ask about joining?
Email our Education & Support Services Coordinator at supportgroups@parkinson.bc.ca.
Can I volunteer with YouthConnect?
Online Facilitators help lead virtual support group meetings and support program coordination. To learn more, email supportgroups@parkinson.bc.ca.
Your experience matters here.
Interested in YouthConnect? Fill out the registration form and our team will reach out to you.