Welcome to the APDA Florida Chapter
About the APDA Florida Chapter
The APDA Florida Chapter works tirelessly every day to support and empower those in our community who are impacted by Parkinson’s disease (PD). We promote hope and optimism through innovative services, programs, education, and support, while also funding vital research. We are here to help you and your loved ones every step of the way.
Services we provide:
- Educational programs and resources
- Support groups
- Exercise and wellness information
- Information and referrals
- and much more
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Chapter Menu
- Florida Chapter Staff and Board of DirectorsContact UsVolunteer Opportunities- We need YOU!
- DonateBecome a Sponsor
- At-Home ActivitiesNewly Diagnosed ProgramsAPDA Virtual Care Partner Support GroupHealth & Wellness Activities by CountyParkinson’s Roadmap for Education and Support Services™
Volunteer TODAY!
Visit our volunteer position descriptions to see if your talents and interests match and begin making a difference for your Parkinson’s Community!
Attend a virtual program or event
APDA chapters are offering dozens of virtual programs and events that you can attend safely from your own home. Hop on a video with Dr. Gilbert or jump in an exercise class.
APDA Florida Contact Information
Tara Larsen, Executive Director
(954) 290-5614
tlarsen@apdaparkinson.org
Desirae Mearns, Program Director
(954) 952-0429
dmearns@apdaparkinson.orgAPDA Information & Referral Center, University of Miami
Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorder Center
1120 N.W. 14 Street, 13th Floor, Room 1377
Miami, Florida 33136Henry Moore, MD
Medical DirectorMarjorie Dangla, MSW, LCSW-QS
APDA I&R Coordinator
m.dangla@med.miami.edu
(305) 243-8662APDA Centers for Advanced Research in Florida
Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville
Dennis Dickson, MD, Director
4500 San Pablo Road
Jacksonville, FL 32224APDA funding supports:
- Studies to identify novel gene mutations that contribute to Parkinsonism
- A range of clinical trials from gait in advanced PD to Lewy bodies of the gut
- A highly active DBS program with 75-100 procedures performed per year
- Approximately 1,500 patients seen each year
Help Our Community
Make an impact to help people with Parkinson’s in your local community. Your ongoing support makes our work possible. Please give what you can so that we may see a cure for Parkinson’s in our lifetimes.
