Parkinson's Resources & Organizations
A curated directory of reputable organizations, government health sources, and support services for people living with Parkinson's disease and those who care for them. Every link and phone number below points to an organization's official website. We are not affiliated with, and do not endorse, any organization listed here — this directory is provided for your convenience.
National Foundations
Nonprofit organizations offering education, support networks, and helplines.
- Parkinson's Foundation1-800-4PD-INFO (1-800-473-4636)
Free Helpline, patient education, local chapters, and a national network of Centers of Excellence for people with Parkinson's and their care partners.
The largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson's research, with patient resources, a research blog, and clinical-trial matching.
- American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA)1-800-223-2732
A nationwide network of chapters, information and referral centers, and in-person and virtual support groups.
Practical tools and programs — including the Every Victory Counts resource — focused on living well with Parkinson's today.
Education, support groups, and community programs for people with movement disorders and their care partners.
Government & Medical
Authoritative government health information and professional medical bodies.
The U.S. government's authoritative overview of Parkinson's disease, research, and information from the NIH.
Plain-language, government-curated health information with links to trustworthy further reading.
The leading professional society for movement-disorder clinicians and researchers, and the source of many clinical rating scales.
Exercise & Wellness
Programs built specifically around exercise and daily wellbeing with Parkinson's.
Exercise and nutrition resources designed specifically for people living with Parkinson's.
Non-contact, boxing-based exercise programs that help people with Parkinson's maintain strength, balance, and function.
Research & Clinical Trials
Where to find and evaluate Parkinson's clinical trials.
The U.S. government registry to search for Parkinson's clinical trials by location, phase, and eligibility.
Support & Crisis
Immediate help. Depression and anxiety are common in Parkinson's — support matters.
Free, confidential crisis support available 24/7 — call or text 988 to reach a trained counselor.
International
Well-regarded organizations based outside the United States.
UK charity funding research and providing extensive, well-regarded patient information useful internationally.
Support and information for atypical parkinsonism, including PSP, corticobasal degeneration, and MSA.
In a medical emergency, call 911 (or your local emergency number) immediately. The resources on this page are informational and are not a substitute for professional medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.