Support Groups by County Support groups are at no cost to you and are open to people with Parkinson’s disease (PWP), including their spouses, family members and care partners. Each group is run differently. It is suggested you reach out to the contact before attending a group. We are working tirelessly to develop Support Groups […]
Local Support Groups Attending a Support Group is a great way to connect with others, build community and learn. Each support group has a different format. There can be guest speakers or exercise demonstrations and some cover specific topics or are for a particular group – like caregivers or those flying solo with PD. All […]
ATTENTION: THERE IS NO PRESS CLASS ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH, THE WEEK OF THANKSGIVING. PRESS class/ support group is perfect for you and your caregiver, partner, or spouse where the individual with Parkinson’s has been diagnosed 5 years or less? Parkinson’s Roadmap for Education and Support Services™ (PRESS™) Program for individuals with Parkinson’s diagnosed 5 […]
Community Partners across Wisconsin offer a variety of health and wellness activities, including fitness, self-care, nutrition, and mindfulness, to assist the Parkinson’s community with developing their personal wellness goals. Please visit the community partner contact information for specific programs and fee details. Virtual Exercise Classes Chippewa Falls – Movement & Music Parkinson’s Exercise Class (In […]
Navigating Independence with Parkinson’s Disease As a progressive neurodegenerative movement disorder, Parkinson’s disease (PD) comes hand in hand with an increasing loss of independence as the disease advances, resulting in a gradual loss of independence. This is often difficult to navigate and can sometimes contribute further to the depression and anxiety that many people experience […]
Let’s Keep Moving With APDA: Group Exercise & PD With special guest Tim Nordahl, PT, DPT, and moderated by Teresa Baker, PT, DPT In this session of Let’s Keep Moving With APDA, special guests Dr. Tim Nordahl and Dr. Teresa Baker discussed the many benefits of group exercise programs for people with Parkinson’s disease, […]
Find a Local APDA Chapter or I&R Center APDA is here for you. We have the resources, support, and information you need – no matter where you live. Through our nationwide system of Chapters and Information & Referral (I&R) Centers, APDA uniquely delivers education, support, and patient services locally to people with Parkinson’s and their families […]
Exciting New Parkinson’s Disease Research is Underway On September 5, 2024, APDA announced 20 new Parkinson’s disease (PD) research grants, for a total of $ 2.6 million in funding for the year ahead. Our grant recipients are working tirelessly to understand the complexities of Parkinson’s disease (PD) and to develop new treatments and eventually, a […]
Meet Denise and Bernard Coley, Leaders in the Black Parkinson’s Community You’ve seen us put a spotlight on APDA-funded researchers as well as interesting and inspiring people living with PD, and today we are excited to introduce you to Denise and Bernard Coley – two special people who are extraordinary advocates for the PD community […]
APDA Helps the Parkinson’s Community Live Better Together in April and Year-Round.With a PD Diagnosis Every 6 Minutes, Awareness is Needed Now More than Ever. NEW YORK, NY, MARCH 12, 2024 — April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month and the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) will commemorate the month by raising awareness of Parkinson’s disease […]
