We here at the
Parkinson's Disease Clinic and Research Center (hereafter known as the PDCRC)
would like to let you know about a number of resources available through the National
Parkinson Foundation (NPF).
We have been in partnership with the NPF for many years and are proud to have been selected as one of their Centers of Excellence (COE). To be a COE means that our movement disorders clinical staff meets rigorous criteria for research, comprehensive care delivery, professional education and patient outreach services.
We have been in partnership with the NPF for many years and are proud to have been selected as one of their Centers of Excellence (COE). To be a COE means that our movement disorders clinical staff meets rigorous criteria for research, comprehensive care delivery, professional education and patient outreach services.
The NPF (http://www.parkinson.org/) has been a forefront in the fight against
Parkinson's for more than half a century. They fund critical research and support services, provide education and outreach to the community and promote a comprehensive approach that addresses the whole person and the full range of symptoms of the disease. In addition, the NPF hosts several walks and
movement days each year, designed to encourage movement and activity for those
with PD, and raise public awareness and critical research funds.
The NPF has developed a
series of manuals that highlight aspects of the disease, called rainbow books
(each volume is a different color), which are extremely useful to both patient
and caregiver.
If you have not already done so, take a moment to explore the NPF website and consider attending one of their many activities. It provides a wealth of knowledge and support for PD patients and caregivers.
Stay Active!
PDCRC Team
