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.

South Central Chapter

Serving TX, OK, AR

Parkinson’s Foundation South Central makes life better for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) by improving care and advancing research towards a cure. Whether you are newly diagnosed with PD or have been managing it for years, are a care partner, family member or friend of someone with PD, we are here to help you.

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88,384

people with PD served

31,469

publications distributed

3,706

health professionals trained

Featured Event

Family posing at Moving Day with blue pom poms

Fundraising Events

Moving Day DFW

Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action.

October 26, 2024

Plano, TX

The Parkinson’s Foundation South Central Chapter is home to the Baylor College of Medicine, part of the worldwide Parkinson’s Foundation Centers of Excellence network, the most respected and sought after designation in the field of movement disorders.

The chapter is also home to two Parkison's Foundation Comprehensive Care Centers:

University of Arkansas Medical Sciences
University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio