California Chapter

Impact of Parkinson's in Our Chapter

In the last five years, the Parkinson’s Foundation has invested $872,151 in innovative research, improved care, education and resources for the Pacific Northwest Parkinson’s disease (PD) community. Here are some of the ways we are making a local impact:

Research

• 5 researchers received grants totaling $363,000.
• 964 people joined PD GENEration: Mapping the Future of Parkinson’s Disease, our global research study that provides genetics testing and counseling at no cost to people with Parkinson’s.

Improving Care

• 2,404 people relied on our Hospital Safety Guide to prepare for hospital stays.
• 339 health professionals trained in best-practice PD care.
• $300,000 funded to support life-changing care to 21,644 people at 2 Centers of Excellence in our Chapter.

Education and Resources

• 4,384 Helpline calls and emails answered, providing expert support and referrals.
• 22,796 free publications distributed in English and Spanish.
• 4,068 people attended Parkinson’s educational programs, both in person and virtual.
• 2,099 people received services through 15 community grants totaling $209,151.
• $23,310 raised through events like Moving Day Walks and Parkinson’s Revolution, uniting 132 people to celebrate movement and raise PD awareness.