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The Parkinson’s Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson’s disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. In everything we do, we build on the energy, experience and passion of our global Parkinson’s community.

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At this year’s Parkinson’s Study Group meeting, our researchers presented a poster highlighting how genetic testing and counseling can empower people living with Parkinson’s and accelerate scientific discovery.

Check it out here!
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December 12, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Congress passed the National Plan to End Parkinson’s in July of last year with overwhelming bipartisan support. The President signed it, but since then, progress has stalled.

Now we need action. #WhereIsThePDPlan (1/2)
December 10, 2025 at 2:51 PM
The Parkinson's Foundation is celebrating a significant milestone! Our landmark genetics study, PD GENEration, has enrolled 30,000 participants. 🧬

PD GENEration offers genetic testing and counseling, at no cost, to people living with Parkinson's disease in more than 8 countries. (1/3)
December 8, 2025 at 2:03 PM
THANK YOU to everyone who supported the Parkinson’s Foundation on Giving Tuesday! Your generosity will make an impact for years to come. We are #Together4PD! 🤝

Parkinson.org/GivingTuesday
December 3, 2025 at 4:02 PM
There’s still time to take part in our triple match this #GivingTuesday! Make your gift before midnight and your support will go 3x as far to make life better for people with Parkinson's disease thanks to the Heider Family Foundation.

Give now at: Parkinson.org/GivingTuesday
December 2, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Have you taken advantage of today’s TRIPLE MATCH for #GivingTuesday? Thanks to the Heider Family Foundation, your gift of $50 will become $150, your gift of $100 will become $300, and your gift of $250 will become $750!

Don’t miss this special opportunity: Parkinson.org/GivingTuesday
December 2, 2025 at 4:03 PM
It’s #GivingTuesday! Your gift funds critical research, provides free resources & programs to the PD community, and improves care.

Donate now and your generosity will go 3x as far with our Giving Tuesday 3X match from the Heider Family Foundation! Parkinson.org/GivingTuesday
December 2, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday and we’ve just announced a ⭐️ TRIPLE MATCH! ⭐️ Gifts made before midnight tomorrow will be triple matched up to $100,000 thanks to the Heider Family Foundation.

Support the Parkinson’s community and get a jumpstart on donating by visiting: Parkinson.org/GivingTuesday
December 1, 2025 at 11:00 PM
You’ve heard of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but it's time to get ready for #GivingTuesday! Take part in this annual worldwide day of giving next Tuesday by supporting the life-changing work of the Parkinson’s Foundation. 🩵 (1/2)
November 28, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Happy Native American Heritage Day from your friends at the Parkinson’s Foundation! Today, we honor the resilience, history, and contributions of Native communities.
November 28, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Happy Thanksgiving from the Parkinson’s Foundation! 🩵 🍗 Today and always, we’re grateful for the incredible individuals within the PD community. Your resilience inspires us every day.
November 27, 2025 at 2:03 PM
To every care partner in the Parkinson’s community, thank you for your endless dedication, patience, and love. 🩵 For Caregivers Month, tag a care partner below to let them know how much they’re appreciated!

🖥️ Explore our resources for all types of care partners at: Parkinson.org/CaregiversMonth
November 26, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Today for Caregivers Month, consider joining a care partner support group! 🤝 Regardless of where you are in your care partner journey, finding your support system is invaluable.

Skeptical? Check out these pieces of advice from support group leaders: Parkinson.org/blog/care/support-group-leaders
November 25, 2025 at 5:07 PM
This Caregivers Month, we acknowledge that not every person living with Parkinson’s has a traditional care partner. Many people with Parkinson’s care for themselves, managing appointments, medications and wellness routines alone, displaying strength, self-advocacy and resilience.

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November 21, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Happy National Philanthropy Day! 🩵 At the Parkinson’s Foundation, our mission is to make life better for people with Parkinson’s disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure.

If you’d like to partner with us in our mission, we invite you to give today at: Parkinson.org/Donate
November 15, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Parkinson’s disease can affect a whole social and familial network, whether everyone lives in the same house as the loved one with PD or on another continent. 🌍

This Caregivers Month, check out our list of “virtual errands” you can do from a distance. ⬇️ Explore more at Parkinson.org/CaregiversMonth
November 12, 2025 at 2:03 PM
On Veterans Day, we salute the individuals who have bravely served our country. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

🇺🇸 If you’re a veteran living with Parkinson’s disease, know that you’re not alone. We have Parkinson’s resources designed specifically for veterans at: Parkinson.org/Veterans
November 11, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Unaddressed caregiver strain progresses into caregiver burnout, which can include extreme fatigue unrelated to sleep, unusual frustration and anger, feeling “cloudy” or “foggy,” and other physical symptoms that may manifest as a result of emotional stress. (1/2)
November 6, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Moving Day Phoenix is THIS Saturday! 👟 Register to join us and #Move4PD: movingdaywalk.org/event/moving...
November 5, 2025 at 9:01 PM
We want to thank Amneal, the sponsor of this year's Care Partner Summit, for supporting our mission.
November 4, 2025 at 7:03 PM
You're invited to our virtual Care Partner Summit THIS Saturday! 🖥️ This empowering two-hour webinar is designed to help you support your loved one while also caring for yourself with confidence, clarity, and compassion.

Register for free: Parkinson.org/events/2025/SummitNov8
November 4, 2025 at 7:03 PM
November is National Caregivers Month. 🩵 At the Parkinson’s Foundation, we’re excited to honor the dedication and compassion of care partners in the PD community and beyond. (1/3)
November 1, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Happy Halloween from the Parkinson’s Foundation! 👻 No tricks here, just treating the PD community with support, research, and resources: Parkinson.org/Resources
October 31, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Research is key to understanding the complex causes of Parkinson's disease, developing treatments, improving care and finding a cure. Learn more about the research process and how to get involved! 🔬

Parkinson.org/JoinAStudy
October 28, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Join us in supporting the World Parkinson Congress on May 24-27 in Phoenix, Arizona!

Early bird registration is now open. Visit Wpc2026.org to learn more! #WPC2026
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October 22, 2025 at 4:07 PM