American Parkinson Disease Association
Provides information on support groups, treatment options, and health-care facilities across the United States.
Bachmann-Strauss Dystonia & Parkinson Foundation
Works to encourage new research and scientists in the fields of dystonia and Parkinson's disease, and to heighten awareness about these movement disorders.
The Hollyrod Foundation
The HollyRod Foundation seeks to provide financial, physical and emotional support to Parkinson's patients and their families/caregivers.
Melvin Weinstein Parkinson's Foundation
A not for profit organization that purchases equipment and supplies necessary to maintain a safe and healthy environment for financially challenged Parkinson's Patients
National Parkinson Foundation
Offers extensive treatment information and news about Parkinson's for patients and caregivers.
Northwest Parkinson's Foundation
A nonprofit that seeks to make the Pacific Northwest a leading center for the study and treatment of movement disorders. It helps fund the Booth Gardner Parkinson's Care Center in Kirkland, Wash.
The Parkinson Alliance
Raises funds, largely through partnerships and matching fund affiliations, for research into the causes of and potential cures for Parkinson's.
Parkinson Association of the Rockies
The Parkinson Association of the Rockies provides direct services to people with Parkinson's disease and their families (adaptive aids, emotional support, respite care), and educates and raises awareness of the special needs of people with Parkinson's among the community and health care workers with the goal of improving the quality of life for the patient and the family.
Parkinson Society Canada
A nonprofit that seeks to raise awareness of Parkinson's in Canada and to increase spending on patient care and research.
Parkinson Study Group
The Parkinson Study Group (PSG) is a non-profit, cooperative group of Parkinson's disease experts from medical centers in the United States and Canada who are dedicated to improving treatment for persons affected by Parkinson's disease.
Parkinson's Action Network (PAN)
An advocacy-oriented nonprofit that seeks to increase awareness about Parkinson's and to educate policy makers as to the importance of federal research funding on the disease, among other goals.
The Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Institute
A nonprofit based in southern California that is dedicated to a full spectrum of patient care and research in the areas of Parkinson's disease and movement disorders, from medical treatment to surgical approaches.
Parkinson's Disease Foundation (PDF)
Promotes and helps fund research into the causes of and cure for Parkinson's and for better treatment of symptoms.
The Parkinson's Institute
A nonprofit that focuses on news and information about patient care and research activities in the neurological specialty area of movement disorders. Two members of the Foundation's Scientific Advisory Board, J. William Langston, MD, and Caroline M. Tanner, MD, PhD, are affiliated with the institute.
People Living with Parkinson's
PLWP, Inc. - People Living With Parkinson's is a 501c3 non-profit, internet based organization with approximately 600 members focussing on quality of life issues. Not only does this website serve as homebase for the organization, it provides support and benevolence to its members, helping them help themselves and others. Equipped with a 24/7 Chat Room and Message Board provided by Yahoo Groups, they are working together to make a difference.
The Thomas Hartman Foundation for Parkinson's Research
Founded by Monsignor Thomas Hartman and dedicated to a single purpose ~ finding a cure for Parkinson's disease. Raises funds, awareness and provides spiritual support.
World Parkinson Congress
The World Parkinson Congress brings together physicians, scientists, allied health professionals, caregivers and people with Parkinson's disease from around the world to help expedite the discovery of a cure and best treatment practices for Parkinson's. The first World Parkinson Congress was held in February 2006 in Washington, DC; the next will be held in 2010.
Young Onset Parkinson's Association
YOPA is comprised of Young Onset Parkinson's patients from around the country and the site includes discussion lists, message board and Young Onset registry.
