Skip to content
  • National Headquarters
  • 1-800-223-2732
  • View Map
  • Select Location

  • About APDA
    • Mission & Leadership
    • 2015-18 Strategic Plan
    • Financial Reports
    • Career Opportunities
  • En Español
  • News
  • Contact
  • Donate
  • What is Parkinson’s Disease?
    • Causes of Parkinson’s
    • Diagnosing Parkinson’s
    • Symptoms of Parkinson’s
    • Treatment & Medication
    • Early Onset Parkinson’s Disease
    • Clinical Trial Participation

    What is Parkinson’s Disease?

    This section will help you understand the basics of Parkinson’s Disease, how Parkinson’s Disease affects the brain, its symptoms and ongoing research. Learn More

    Share this page:

  • Education & Support
    • Living with Parkinson’s Disease
    • Webinar Education Series
    • First Responder Training
    • Publications
    • Newsletter Archive
    • Ask a Doctor
    • En Español
    • Resources for Veterans
    • For Care Partners
    • Smart Patients
    • National Rehab Center

    Education and Support

    With the largest grassroots network across the country, the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) features a nationwide system of Chapters and Information & Referral (I&R) Centers. Learn about our educational and support resources for individuals with Parkinson’s and their family members.

    Learn More

    Share this page:

  • Research
    • What We Fund
    • Research Opportunities
    • Centers for Advanced Research

    Research

    We are committed to scientific research and have been a funding partner in most major Parkinson’s disease scientific breakthroughs, investing more than $170 million in research since 1961. Read about what we fund and explore opportunities for funding.
    Learn More

    Share this page:

  • Get Involved
    • Ways to Give
    • Optimism Walk
    • Corporate Partnerships
    • Share Your Story
    • Shop to Support APDA
    • Stories of Optimism
    • Do-It-Yourself Fundraising

    Get Involved

    As the country’s largest grassroots Parkinson’s organization, we rely on the community to help us in our cause. Join our community today.

    Learn More

    Share this page:

  • APDA in Your Community

    APDA in Your Community

    The American Parkinson Disease Association nationwide network provides information and referral, education and support programs, health and wellness activities, and events to facilitate a better quality of life for the Parkinson's community. It is this grassroots structure that distinguishes APDA from other organizations serving people with Parkinson's disease. LEARN MORE

Find a Local Event

Get Involved Find a Local Event

To find an event near you, please contact your local APDA group listed on APDA In Your Community.

Share this page:

Support Our Mission

Strength in optimism. Hope in progress.

Every day, we provide the support, education, and research that will help everyone impacted by Parkinson’s disease live life to the fullest. We depend on the generosity of donors like you. Join our cause and donate today.
Donate Today

Ask a Doctor

Share Your Story

Quick Links

  • Parkinson’s Disease
  • Education & Support
  • Research
  • APDA in your Community
  • Get Involved
  • Contact

About APDA

The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is the largest grassroots network dedicated to fighting Parkinson’s disease (PD) and works tirelessly to assist the more than 1 million Americans with PD live life to the fullest in the face of this chronic, neurological disorder. Founded in 1961, APDA has raised and invested more than $170 million to provide outstanding patient services and educational programs, elevate public awareness about the disease, and support research designed to unlock the mysteries of PD and ultimately put an end to this disease.

Learn more about us »

National Headquarters

135 Parkinson Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10305
TEL: 800-223-2732
FAX: 718-981-4399
apda@apdaparkinson.org

  • Privacy Policy
  • Financial Reports
  • 2015-18 Strategic Plan

American Parkinson Disease Association is exempt from federal income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
© 2017 American Parkinson Disease Association. All Rights Reserved.