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.

Tennessee & Kentucky Chapter

Serving TN and KY

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Parkinson’s Foundation Tennessee and Kentucky 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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people with PD served

46,420

publications distributed

141

health professionals trained

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Moving Day Knoxville

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

April 25, 2026

Knoxville, TN

The Parkinson’s Foundation Tennessee and Kentucky Chapter is home to the Vanderbilt University Medical Center, part of the worldwide Parkinson’s Foundation Centers of Excellence network, the most respected and sought after designation in the field of movement disorders.

The chapter is also home to the University of Tennessee Medical Center, Cole Center, a Parkinson's Foundation Comprehensive Care Center.