Understanding Parkinson’s

There is a lot to know about Parkinson's disease. Learn about symptoms, how it is diagnosed and what treatment options are available.
Living with Parkinson’s

While living with PD can be challenging, there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life and live well with Parkinson's disease.
Resources & Support

Living well with Parkinson’s disease (PD) means getting the support you need — from tools that help you work alongside your care team to resources that empower you.
Advancing Research

Our research has led to breakthroughs in treatment and improved care that bring hope to the entire Parkinson's community.
How You Can Help

There are many ways you can support the fight against Parkinson’s. Whatever form your gift takes, you can be confident that it goes toward providing crucial resources for those affected by this disease.

Videos & Webinars

Expert Briefing: What's on Your Mind? Thinking & Memory Changes

November 13, 2024

Cognitive changes, including slowness in thinking, decreased attention span and difficulty finding words, can often occur in Parkinson’s disease. These changes, along with memory loss, can be frustrating and challenging for the person with Parkinson’s and those close to them.  This webinar will review the cognitive and memory changes in Parkinson’s as well as practical strategies to help with daily activities.

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Additional Resources

Presenter

Greg Pontone, MD, MHS
The Louis and Roberta Fixel Chair
Division Chief, Aging, Behavioral, and Cognitive Neurology
Co-Director of the Fixel Neuropsychiatry Program
University of Florida College of Medicine
Professor, Department of Neurology