Dancing with Parkinson's - Sarah Robichaud

About this episode

This episode explores how dance can transform lives, particularly for those with Parkinson's, through the insights of Sarah Robichaud and Wayne Bossert.

I f you have ever doubted the power of art to change lives, this episode will make you think again. It is a reminder that movement can be medicine, joy can be transformative, and community can be as important as any treatment plan. Above all, it shows how one person's calling can become a lifeline for thousands of others. What if dance could do more than move the body? What if it could unlock joy, restore confidence, build community, and become a vital part of brain health? In this moving episode of Chatter That Matters , I sit down with Sarah Robichaud, founder and CEO of Dancing With Parkinson's, a program changing lives everywhere. What began with one class and one big idea has become a powerful national movement, helping people with Parkinson's and others reconnect with their bodies, their m inds, and each other through music, imagery, storytelling, and dance. Sarah shares her journey, from a young girl who knew she was meant to dance, to an artist and teacher who discovered a profound calling to help others find freedom through movement. She explains how dance can bypass limitations, spark new neural pathways, elevate mood, and create a sense of belonging that many…

People in this episode

Host: Tony Chapman

Guest: Sarah Robichaud

Topics covered

• art
• dance
• Parkinson's
• community
• brain health
• transformation

Keywords

• dance
• Parkinson's
• art therapy
• community building
• brain health
• movement
• transformation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Dancing With Parkinson's, Brain Canada, RBC

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