Understanding Parkinson’s

There is a lot to know about Parkinson's disease. Learn about symptoms, how it is diagnosed and what treatment options are available.
Living with Parkinson’s

While living with PD can be challenging, there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life and live well with Parkinson's disease.
Resources & Support

Living well with Parkinson’s disease (PD) means getting the support you need — from tools that help you work alongside your care team to resources that empower you.
Advancing Research

Our research has led to breakthroughs in treatment and improved care that bring hope to the entire Parkinson's community.
How You Can Help

There are many ways you can support the fight against Parkinson’s. Whatever form your gift takes, you can be confident that it goes toward providing crucial resources for those affected by this disease.

Better Lives. Together.

We have everything you need to live better with Parkinson's. Support our mission to improve care and advance research toward a cure.

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PD GENEration: Mapping the Future of Parkinson's Disease

This Parkinson's Foundation initiative offers genetic testing and counseling at no cost for people with Parkinson's disease (PD). When you participate, you can help scientists in their journey to better understand how Parkinson's works, leading to new, more effective therapies.

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4 Year Goal

$30M

investment

Reach Further

Our Reach Further campaign will invest an additional $30 million to accelerate progress on Parkinson's disease research, improve care and increase access to quality-of-life programs

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Featured News

MDS International Congress 2022

The Parkinson’s Foundation will present six scientific posters highlighting research, care and education at the 2022 International Congress of Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders® hosted by the International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society. Taking place through Sept. 18, the event brings together thousands of movement disorder specialists – including the top neurologists and Parkinson’s disease (PD) researchers – to share ideas that can evolve the field.

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Fundraise Your Way

Walk, run or cycle as part of our national and local fundraising events! Looking to host your own event? Let's work together to design your ideal virtual or in-person event.

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Become A Volunteer

We rely on the energy, skill and passion of people like you to help us further our impact and reach. Explore our exciting virtual volunteer opportunities.

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Share Your Story

Help spread PD awareness when you write and submit your own PD story. Looking for inspiration? Read the amazing stories submitted by people in our community.

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Tyaisha's Story

Living a Long, Healthy Life With PD

Parkinson’s stretches you. It can force you to do things that you never thought you'd have the ability to do. You just need to develop ways to fight through it. People may feel that they cannot improve, but I am living proof that you can.

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Get Care & Support in Your Area

Find local resources — from specialists through our Global Care Network to Parkinson's Foundation chapters that offer local events, support groups and more.