About the APDA Connecticut Chapter
We are a dedicated group of volunteers whose focus is to support the needs of over 12,000 people living with Parkinson’s disease in Connecticut. We accomplish this by working cohesively with and supporting the APDA Connecticut staff, serving as ambassadors in the community, and raising funds for support, education and research into causes, treatments, and a cure of Parkinson’s disease (PD).
APDA Connecticut, is a local chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA). APDA is a not-for-profit, voluntary health agency committed to serving the Parkinson’s community through a comprehensive program of research, patient education, and support. APDA nationally was founded in 1961 and is oldest and largest grassroots non-profit organization for supporting people impacted by PD. The local chapter was formed in 1981 by a group of dedicated volunteers.
Board Officers
President – Erika P. Forte
Vice President – Lauren Erardi
Secretary – Open
Treasurer – Heather Pierce
Board of Directors
Stefan McKosky
Tanya Spurlin, Esq.
TJ Goldberg
Veronica Santini, MD
Bernardo Rodrigues, MD
Thomas Atwood, PT
Siobhan Cefarelli – Mission Committee Chair
Duarte Machado, MD
Marc Brunetti
Donna Diaz
Carol R. Goldberg, Esq.
Donna P. Dia, MS, RN
APDA CT Chapter Executive Director
Kevin Cassesse Sr.
APDA CT Chapter Program Director
Holly Seymour, MS
APDA CT Chapter Coordinator
Marlane Argianas