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.

Southwest Chapter

Serving AZ, NM, NV

Set this as my local chapter

Parkinson’s Foundation Southwest 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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Southwest Chapter Events

Fundraising Events

Move & Mingle Phoenix

Join us on Friday, April 10, 2026 for the first annual Move & Mingle Phoenix Seeds of Change Luncheon at Orange Tree Golf Resort!

April 10, 2026

Scottsdale, AZ

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Educational Events

Managing Changing Symptoms

Learn how Parkinson’s symptoms may change over time and new strategies available for managing them.

April 11, 2026

Phoenix, AZ

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Fundraising Events

Moving Day Las Vegas

Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action.

April 18, 2026

Las Vegas, NV

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- 2024 Southwest Parkinson's Symposium, Phoenix
- 2024 Parkinson's Research and Care, Las Vegas
- 2023 Women and Parkinson's, Phoenix
- 2022 Parkinson's, Research and Care, Phoenix
- 2022 Nutrition in Parkinson's, Las Vegas
- 2022 Beyond the Diagnosis: Medication Management, Southwest
- 2021 Beyond the Diagnosis: Managing Changing Symptoms, Southwest
- 2021 New Frontiers in Research and Care, Southwest

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