Subject Specific Public Awareness/Education | American Parkinson Disease Association Resource Center
- Wellness Classes: Groups of 12 people with Parkinson's disease and their care partners meet weekly for six weeks to learn how to develop skills and confidence in managing everyday activities and relationships that may be challenging. - PD101: Hour long introductory course with our executive director outlining what Parkinson disease is and the resource available in our community. Designed for people newly diagnosed (~1 year) with Parkinson's. - Parkinson Education Programs (PEP): Seminars held 3-4 times per year on a specific Parkinson-disease related topic. PEP meetings usually last 2-3 hours and are open to anyone affected by Parkinson's, including those with the disease, their care partners, families or healthcare providers - Family Conference: Usually held once a year, this conference is designed specifically for family members of someone with Parkinson's and addresses the unique situations that these people may encounter, lengths varies, 2-5 hours.
Date of Last Formal Update
02/26/2025
Data provided by
United Way of Greater St Louis 211
Physical Address
16100 Chesterfield Parkway West, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Hours
Hours vary visit website at www.apdaparkinson.org/reaterstlouis or call during business hours for details
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Application process
Call or visit website at www.apdaparkinson.org/reaterstlouis for current programs and services
Fee
No Fees
Required documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
Must have or be affected by Parkinson's disease
Languages
English
Service area
- Missouri State - Calhoun, Clinton, Greene, Jersey, Macoupin, Madison, Monroe, Randolph and St. Clair counties in Illinois
Agency info
AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION RESOURCE CENTER
Provides support, education and research to help everyone impacted by Parkinson disease. Services include Aquarobics/Aquatic Exercise, Exercise Classes/Groups, Yoga, Recreational Activities/Sports, Dance Instruction, Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups, Health/Disability Related Support Groups, Specialized Information and Referral, Printed Materials and Subject Specific Public Awareness/Education. ALSO KNOWN AS AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION INFORMATION AND REFERRAL CENTER PARKINSON RESOURCE CENTER