APDA Missouri Events Optimism Walk Season Starts TODAY!

Optimism Walk Season Starts TODAY!

The APDA Missouri Chapter is proud to host two powerful Optimism Walks — and you’re invited to walk with us! Whether you’re stepping out in Troy, Illinois on Sunday, September 7, or joining us in Chesterfield, Missouri on Saturday, October 4, these events are your chance to make a real difference in the lives of those living with Parkinson’s disease.

Each Optimism Walk is more than a fundraiser — it’s a celebration of community, hope, and strength. Funds raised will support free local programs, including exercise classes, support groups, and educational resources that empower people with PD and their families.


💙 Why Walk? Because Parkinson’s disease doesn’t walk alone and neither should you. Your support helps the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) Missouri Chapter deliver real help and hope to people in your community. With every step, you’re helping individuals with PD live life to the fullest.

Troy, IL Optimism Walk

📅 Sunday, September 7, 2025
📍 Location: Tri Township Park: 410 Wickliffe Street – Troy, IL
🕘 Time: Check In at 10:00 AM

Join us in Troy for a heartwarming day filled with community, inspiration, and movement! Enjoy a family-friendly walk, fun activities, and a chance to connect with others impacted by Parkinson’s.

✅ Raise funds to support vital services
✅ Celebrate your loved ones and share your story
✅ Help expand access to wellness and education across Illinois

Register for the Troy, IL Optimism Walk Today!

Thank you to our generous sponsors for making the Troy Optimism Walk possible and helping us bring essential support to the Parkinson’s community in Illinois.

Gold Sponsor

Bronze Sponsors
King Air Conditioning & Heating
Medtronic
Plocher Construction

Chesterfield, MO Optimism Walk

📅 Saturday, October 4, 2025
📍 Location: Logan University Athletic Field: 1851 Schoettler Road – Chesterfield, MO
🕘 Time: Check In at 9:00 AM

Walk with us in Chesterfield and help raise awareness and critical funding for those facing Parkinson’s in our Missouri communities. Expect uplifting stories, music, movement demonstrations, and more!
✅ Support free programs like local exercise classes and PD education
✅ Connect with care partners, families, and local vendors
✅ Experience the power of walking for a cause

Register for the Chesterfield, MO Optimism Walk

We’re very grateful to our Chesterfield Walk sponsors for fueling our mission to provide free programs and hope to those living with Parkinson’s in Missouri.

Gold Sponsor

Bronze Sponsors
Abbott
Bethesda Health Group
Boston Scientific
HouseFit
Medtronic

See all the fun photos from previous Optimism Walks: