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.

Carolinas Chapter

Serving NC and SC

Parkinson’s Foundation Carolinas 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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53,069

people with PD served

109,787

publications distributed

391

health professionals trained

Featured Event

Educational Events

Living with Parkinson’s Symposium 2025

Hear about current and upcoming treatments, ongoing research and the resources available in your community and beyond to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s.

November 1, 2025

Virtual & North Charleston, SC

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

Duke Health Movement Disorders Center
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine
Medical University of South Carolina