NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research is a non-profit organization founded by actor Michael J. Fox to find a cure for Parkinson’s disease through research and advocacy. The foundation funds research projects to accelerate breakthroughs in treatments and improve the quality of life for those living with Parkinson’s.
800-708-7644
The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is a non-profit organization established in 1961 to support individuals affected by Parkinson’s disease through education, research funding, and community programs. The APDA offers support groups, educational resources, and exercise classes tailored for those with Parkinson’s, while also funding research projects to advance treatment options and understanding of the disease. Through its initiatives, the APDA plays a crucial role in raising awareness, providing assistance, and driving progress in the fight against Parkinson’s disease.
800-223-2732
CurePSP, a non-profit organization focused on raising awareness and funding research for progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), corticobasal degeneration (CBD), and other neurodegenerative diseases. It offers information, resources, research updates, and ways to support the organization’s mission, serving as a valuable hub for patients, caregivers, and supporters.
800-457-4777
The Parkinson’s Alliance is a non-profit organization that offers support, resources, and advocacy for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease. Through educational programs, community events, and research initiatives, the organization aims to improve the quality of life for those affected by Parkinson’s. By raising awareness and providing assistance to patients and caregivers, the Parkinson’s Alliance plays a vital role in advancing knowledge about the disease and supporting the Parkinson’s community.
800-579-8440
The National Parkinson’s organization is a prominent non-profit committed to supporting individuals impacted by Parkinson’s disease through education, advocacy, and research funding. Offering programs such as support groups and educational resources, the organization aims to enhance the quality of life for those with Parkinson’s and work towards finding a cure. Through awareness campaigns and research initiatives, the National Parkinson’s organization plays a crucial role in empowering patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals in the battle against Parkinson’s disease.
800-473-4636
The Nursing Home Abuse Center is a dedicated resource providing support and advocacy for victims of abuse and neglect in nursing homes. Through information, resources, and legal assistance, the organization helps individuals and families facing elder abuse issues in long-term care facilities. By advocating for vulnerable residents and promoting education on prevention, the Nursing Home Abuse Center works to ensure the safety and well-being of elderly individuals in nursing homes.
855-910-6243
We’re the Parkinson & Movement Disorder Alliance, “PMD Alliance” for short — an independent, national nonprofit dedicated to providing opportunities for people to learn, live more fully and spark meaningful connections around them.
The mission of NINDS is to seek fundamental knowledge about the brain and nervous system and to use that knowledge to reduce the burden of neurological disease for all people.
