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American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc.

National. 59 chapters. Founded 1961. Network of 300 support groups for patients and families. Offers support, online booklets and referrals. Chapter development guidelines and quarterly newsletter. Promotes research. Information and referral centers nationwide.

Write:

American Parkinson Disease Association

135 Parkinson Ave.

Staten Island, NY 10305

Voice: 1-800-223-2732 or 718-981-8001 (Mon.-Fri., 8:30am-4:30pm EST)

Fax: 718-981-4399

Website: http://www.apdaparkinson.org

Verified: 4/3/2012

National Parkinson Foundation

National. 1000 groups. Provides support, information and education for persons with Parkinson's, their families and health care professionals. Funds research. Seeks to improve quality of life for both patients and their caregivers. Includes Young Onset Parkinson network. Helps to start groups.

Write:

National Parkinson Foundation

1501 N.W. Ninth Ave.

Miami, FL 33136

Voice: 1-800-327-4545 or 305-243-6666 (Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm EST)

Fax: 305-243-5595

Website: http://www.parkinson.org

E-mail: contact@parkinson.org

Verified: 3/30/2012

The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.

For additional information on self-help groups, please visit the American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse web site at http://www.mentalhelp.net/selfhelp

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