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

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