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.

Gulf Coast Chapter

Serving LA, MS, AL

Parkinson’s Foundation Gulf Coast 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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28,679

people with PD served

13,110

publications distributed

1,197

health professionals trained

Reach Further

The Parkinson’s Foundation Reach Further campaign will invest an additional $30 million to accelerate progress on Parkinson’s research, improve care and increase access to quality-of-life programs. Join the Gulf Coast Chapter as we aim to raise $1 million towards this goal.

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Featured Event

Educational Events

Nutrition in Parkinson's

Learn about food that may help ease symptoms and support brain health.

March 23, 2024

Mandeville, LA

The Gulf Coast chapter is home to the Oschner Neuroscience Institute, a Parkinson's Foundation Comprehensive Care Center.