There’s Another Way

Empowering Parkinson's Patients through Psychedelic Therapies and Plant Medicine

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Our Mission

We are committed to advancing research, education, and access to holistic, plant-based, and psychedelic therapies—empowering individuals with Parkinson’s to reclaim their healing through safe, natural, and transformative options. Our purpose is to empower patients with knowledge, break down the stigma, and provide financial assistance to those who seek relief but face barriers due to cost, lack of access, or limited awareness. Through advocacy, scientific exploration, and compassionate support, we strive to improve the quality of life for those affected by Parkinson’s—offering hope, truth, and holistic healing for a brighter future.

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Education

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Research & Advocacy

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Financial Assistance

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Resources

Courtney Holmes, RN, IFNCP
Founder & CEO, Eleeo Health & Wellness / Co-Founder of The Parkinson’s Project

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Meet Courtney

With over two decades of experience across hospital care, the pharmaceutical industry, and healthcare IT, Courtney Holmes brings a rare blend of clinical expertise, systems knowledge, and deep compassion to The Parkinson's Project Foundation. Her diverse career has included roles as a pediatric and adult oncology nurse, clinical educator, manager, and healthcare IT leader—holding titles such as Oncology Clinical Consultant, Associate Chief Health Officer, and most recently, Clinical Director.

As the Founder & CEO of Eleeo Health & Wellness, Courtney empowers others through nutrition, holistic healing, and plant medicine education. She is board-certified as an Integrative and Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner (IFNCP) and holds specialized certification in Cannabis Healthcare and Medicine.

Courtney’s lived experience as a caregiver—alongside her extensive medical background—uniquely positions her to lead conversations at the intersection of science, policy, and purpose. She is passionate about reshaping how we view chronic illness and neurodegenerative disease, and is emerging as a trusted voice, advocate, and speaker in the field of natural and psychedelic therapies for Parkinson’s.

With unwavering conviction and faith, Courtney is helping build a future where healing is possible—one rooted in truth, access, and the courage to challenge the status quo.

Educate

Learn about the latest in natural plant-based medicine and psychedelic treatments for Parkinson’s.

Featured
Cannabis & Parkinson’s: A Nurse’s Perspective on Healing, Access, and What Texas Gets Wrong
Cannabis & Parkinson’s: A Nurse’s Perspective on Healing, Access, and What Texas Gets Wrong

When my husband Joe was diagnosed with Young-Onset Parkinson’s at age 40, we were handed a script for prescriptions and a bleak roadmap. But no one — not one provider — talked to us about inflammation, lifestyle, or cannabis.

So we built our own path. And it changed everything.

Today, Joe is managing his symptoms — naturally — through a personalized, integrative approach rooted in nutrition, movement, spiritual alignment, plant medicine like cannabis, and psychedelic therapies. He hasn’t taken a single Parkinson’s medication. And he’s thriving.

Let me be clear: Cannabis didn’t cure him.
But it’s played a powerful role in his ability to live, move, and show up fully for our family.

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Do I Have to Start Medication Right Away? A Different Approach to Early Parkinson’s Care
Do I Have to Start Medication Right Away? A Different Approach to Early Parkinson’s Care

Everything changes in an instant. A diagnosis—especially Young-Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD)—can trigger fear, confusion, and a flood of questions. One of the first is often:

“Do I need to start medication right away?”

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Early Signs of Parkinson’s Disease Everyone Should Know
Early Signs of Parkinson’s Disease Everyone Should Know

When most people think of Parkinson’s disease, they picture older adults with a tremor. But in many cases—especially with Young-Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD)—the earliest signs show up years before diagnosis and can affect people in their 30s, 40s, or even younger.

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Advocate

Watch Courtney's full testimony before the Texas State Legislature, where she advocates for the safe, legal use of plant medicine in Texas, a choice which is being challenged in the Texas House of Representatives under House Bill 28.

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Joe’s Journey

Joe is on a steadfast mission to manage his condition and reclaim his quality of life through holistic, natural approaches. Fueled by a deep sense of purpose, he views every day as an opportunity to learn, grow, and empower others in the Parkinson’s community. His resilience and optimism are not only transforming his own journey—but helping forge a brighter path forward for others living with Parkinson’s Disease.

In 2023, Joe’s world was forever changed by a diagnosis of Young-Onset Parkinson’s. A husband, father, and entrepreneur, he had spent decades building a successful career in real estate—never expecting that his greatest challenge, and ultimately his greatest purpose, would come through a personal battle with this disease.

What began as a devastating diagnosis quickly became a mission. Refusing to accept a future defined by decline, Joe committed himself to understanding every option available—exploring movement, nutrition, plant-based medicine, and alternative therapies. With faith as his foundation, he embraced a more holistic path forward. But more than that, he realized no one should have to walk this road alone.

Together, Joe and Courtney are breaking barriers, sharing hope, and empowering others to pursue healing beyond the limitations of conventional care. Through their nonprofit work and lived experience, they’re challenging outdated norms and expanding access to natural, innovative therapies—including functional nutrition, holistic care, and psychedelic medicine. Grounded in faith, science, and truth, they are redefining what’s possible for those living with Parkinson’s and other neurological conditions.

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