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.

Midwest Chapter

Serving IL, IN, WI

Parkinson’s Foundation Midwest 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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82,444

people with PD served

127,817

publications distributed

932

health professionals trained

Featured Event

Educational Events

Building Your Parkinson’s Toolbox

This educational program will offer practical information and strategies to support everyday health and well-being, for those affected by Parkinson’s.

September 11, 2026

Virtual & Waukesha, WI

The Parkinson’s Foundation Midwest Chapter is home to three Parkinson’s Foundation Centers of Excellence, the most respected and sought after designation in the field of movement disorders:

Northwestern University Movement Disorders Center
Rush University Medical Center
Indiana University School of Medicine
Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Neuroscience Institute