It was one year into our relationship when Lewis was diagnosed with Young-Onset Parkinson’s disease (PD). “If you’re going to leave, leave now, don’t wait,” he told me. “I will understand.” This year marks 21 years together for us.
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National Family Caregivers Month
November is National Family Caregivers Month. This month, the Parkinson’s Foundation invites you to Find Your Care Connection. Whether you’re looking for trusted information, practical guidance, emotional support or people who understand, meaningful connections can help you navigate the unknowns and sometimes unpredictable parts of being a PD care partner.
PD GENEration: Powered by the Parkinson’s Foundation
This Parkinson's Foundation initiative offers genetic testing and counseling at no cost for people with Parkinson's disease (PD). When you participate, you can help scientists in their journey to better understand how Parkinson's works, leading to new, more effective therapies.
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Applications for 2027 Community Grants
The Parkinson’s Foundation today announced it is accepting applications for $1 million toward community grant funding. The 2027 Parkinson’s Foundation Community Grant cycle will support health, wellness and educational programs that address unmet needs in local Parkinson’s disease communities.