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Every Victory Counts® Manual—Seventh Edition Now Available 

For more than 15 years, the Every Victory Counts manual has been a trusted companion for people living with Parkinson’s, care partners, families, and healthcare professionals. As a first-of-its-kind comprehensive guide to living well with Parkinson’s, the manual has continued to evolve along with our understanding of what it truly means to support the whole person. 

Since the first edition was published in 2010, we have distributed more than a hundred of thousands of copies of the manual free of charge to the Parkinson’s community. Over time, it has become much more than just a book. For many, it has been a starting point after diagnosis, a trusted reference during periods of change, and a reminder that living well with Parkinson’s is possible. 

Today, we are proud to announce the release of the seventh edition of the Every Victory Counts manual. 

A Community-Driven Evolution 

When we began work on this new edition, we knew it was essential to engage our community in shaping its future. Through surveys, focus groups, conversations, and feedback from people living with Parkinson’s, care partners, clinicians, advocates, and wellness professionals, we gathered insights to help guide this next evolution. 

The result is an edition that reflects not only the latest understanding of Parkinson’s, but also the real experiences of the people living with it every day. 

What “Every Victory Counts” Means 

This manual exists to help you better understand Parkinson’s, explore strategies for living well, and find encouragement in the knowledge that you are not alone. The phrase “Every Victory Counts” is meant to be reminder that even small successes matter—especially in the face of the ongoing changes and challenges that come with Parkinson’s. 

One of the most meaningful aspects of this edition is how deeply the community is reflected in its pages. From lived experiences and personal stories to artwork and shared insight, this manual is shaped by the voices of people it is designed to support. 

What’s New in the Seventh Edition 

In addition to reviewing and revising every page of the previous edition, we’ve made meaningful updates and additions throughout the book. Highlights include: 

  • Fully redeveloped opening chapters designed to provide a clearer and more accessible introduction to Parkinson’s  
  • New essays exploring topics including holistic care, living alone with Parkinson’s, advanced therapies, sexual intimacy and relationships, apathy, social isolation, clinical trials, and drawing strength from the community  
  • Revised worksheets and guides including a focused resource to help prepare for hospital stays  
  • Original artwork from people living with Parkinson’s and care partners brings added humanity, creativity, and connection to the manual 

In developing the seventh edition of the manual, we also had the privilege of bringing even more of our founders’ voices into this edition. Davis contributes reflections that open each section, offering encouragement and perspective rooted in the belief that every step forward matters. And in one of the most moving additions, Connie closes the book with a simple but powerful message: “Keep going.” 

ORDER the Seventh Edition 

We are incredibly excited to share this new edition with you, and we hope you’ll share it with someone who may need it. 

  • Already have a previous edition? Access a digital download featuring many of the new and updated sections, including revised introductory chapters, new essays, and the new contributions from Davis and Connie  

For all of us at the Davis Phinney Foundation, it is an honor to continue stewarding this resource and ensuring it remains available free of charge. We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed their time, expertise, creativity, and lived experience to make this edition possible. 

Thank you for being part of this community. 

Every victory counts: keep going. 

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