In this episode of Get Ready for Better Aging, host Jacqui Clark welcomes Lindsey Ann Unger,

a certified medical speech-language pathologist, to discuss the vital yet often overlooked role of

SLPs in neurological diseases like Parkinson’s, ALS, MS, and dementia.

With cases of Parkinson’s rising by 50% in a decade, early intervention is more critical than

ever—yet only 3–5% of patients see an SLP. Lindsey shares how therapy improves speech,

swallowing, cognition, and breath control, ultimately enhancing quality of life. She also dives into

the challenges of insurance coverage, the impact of therapy disruptions, and the importance of

voice exercises in aging.

Tune in to learn practical vocal health tips, the power of neuroplasticity, and how programs like

Speak Out! help Parkinson’s patients maintain their voices. Don’t miss this eye-opening

conversation!

Connect with Lindsey Ann Unger, MS CCC-SLP

www.conversewithconfidence.com

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsey-unger-26a4ba21b

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/conversewithconfidence

Links and Resources: (Jacqui Clark)

This Is Living Well - https://www.thisislivingwell.com

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/getreadyforbetteraging

Aging Well Magazine - https://www.thisislivingwell.com/magazine

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GetReadyforBetterAging

Links to the organization mentioned in the show:

Stroke Support: https://www.heart.org/en/stroke-groups/stroke--aphasia-zoom-chats

Parkinson Voice Project: https://parkinsonvoiceproject.org/program/find-a-provider/

Parkinsons Support Groups: https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support/find-your-chapter

ALS Support Groups: https://www.als.org/support/support-groups

Tremble Clefs Singing Groups: https://www.trembleclefs.com

Glennar Foundation: https://glenner.org/services/caregiver-support-groups/

Multiple Sclerosis Support Groups: https://www.nationalmssociety.org/resources/get-

connected/online-communities

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