Resources

Parkinson's Foundation Helpline

1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636)

Nurse educators available Mon-Fri, 9am-7pm ET. Get answers about symptoms, treatments, and local resources.

American Parkinson Disease Association

1-800-223-2732

Information, referrals, support groups, and educational programs nationwide.

ClinicalTrials.gov

Search all recruiting Parkinson clinical trials by location, phase, and intervention type.

Fox Trial Finder

Michael J. Fox Foundation tool to match patients with recruiting trials. Takes 5 minutes to sign up.

Rock Steady Boxing

(317) 550-2734

Non-contact boxing program specifically for Parkinson. 900+ affiliates worldwide. Scholarships available.

LSVT BIG

Therapy method using oversized movements to improve movement quality. Find certified therapists.

Dance for PD

Dance classes designed for people with Parkinson. Free online videos and in-person classes.

Family Caregiver Alliance

1-800-445-8106

Nationwide advocacy and support for family caregivers. Respite care guides, online forums, and care navigation.

Well Spouse Association

1-800-838-0879

Support for spouses caring for chronically ill partners. Mentors, support groups, and advocacy.

Medicare

1-800-633-4227

Federal health insurance for 65+. Covers some Parkinson medications, therapy, and equipment.

Social Security Disability (SSDI)

1-800-772-1213

Apply early — takes 2-3 years for approval. Provides monthly benefits for eligible disabled individuals.

Parkinson's Foundation — Legal & Financial

1-800-4PD-INFO

Helps navigate insurance, find co-pay assistance, and access medication assistance programs.

Crisis Text Line

Free 24/7 crisis counseling via text. Mental health support when you need it most.

Parkinson's Foundation — Technology

Curated list of technology aids for daily living — speech apps, wearables, reminder systems, and more.

Liftware

Electronic stabilizing spoon for tremor compensation during eating. Clinically proven to reduce shake by 70%.

Parkinson's Foundation — Recursos en Español

1-800-4PD-INFO opción 3

Más de 50 páginas web en español con información clave sobre el Parkinson: manejo del estilo de vida, comprensión de la enfermedad, síntomas y más.

EP Salud en Casa — Programas Virtuales

Programas virtuales de educación y bienestar en español: ejercicio, salud mental, nutrición y más. Vea programas grabados a su ritmo.

Blog y Podcast en Español

Artículos sobre los últimos temas del Parkinson y episodios del podcast 'Temas Importantes: Vida y Ciencia del Parkinson' traducidos al español.

PD GENEration — Pruebas Genéticas

Iniciativa de la Parkinson's Foundation que ofrece pruebas genéticas y asesoramiento sin costo para personas con Parkinson. Inscripciones abiertas.