3 Ways You Can Help Us Change the #FutureOfPD

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month — a time to shine a light on Parkinson’s disease (PD) and share resources with the PD community. Whether that means navigating your own future with Parkinson’s or helping us create a world without PD, together we can make an impact on the #FutureOfPD.

The Parkinson’s Foundation is working toward a future where no one lives with Parkinson’s, and we want you to be a part of it. Here are three meaningful ways you can help change the #FutureOfPD:

1. Future of PD Research

Research leads to breakthroughs in treatment that bring hope. Participating in research can help us provide improved care for all people with Parkinson’s today.

Genetic testing can be a powerful tool to uncover biological pathways that cause Parkinson’s. If you have a confirmed Parkinson’s diagnosis, you are eligible to participate in PD GENEration: Mapping the Future of Parkinson’s Disease. This research initiative offers genetic testing for clinically relevant Parkinson's-related genes and genetic counseling at no cost for people with PD.

2. Future of PD Care

Receiving specialized care makes a difference. Our Global Care Network guides the future of care by creating opportunities for people with PD to access high-quality care.

Comprehensive care is varied and not easily accessible for everyone living with Parkinson’s. The future of PD care involves closing the gap between those diagnosed with Parkinson’s and those receiving comprehensive care, information and support. Help us ensure that all people with PD have access to equitable and quality care — getting what they need, where and when they need it.

3. Navigate Your PD Future

Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been living with Parkinson's for a while, we are here to help you navigate your PD future.

The Parkinson's Foundation Helpline can help answer your Parkinson’s questions:

• Can you recommend a Parkinson’s exercise class?
• As the primary caregiver, are there any resources that can help me?
• Can you refer a movement disorder specialist, physical therapist or another specialist?
• …And more