The Parkinson Council, Inc. | Home of the former Dan Aaron Parkinson's Disease Foundation

About Us

Our Mission

The Parkinson Council provides financial support to local nonprofits and institutions dedicated to improving the quality of life for Parkinson's disease patients, their families and caregivers.

Click on the graphic (pamphlet) below to find out more about us, how we work and where the money goes.

Dance for PD is a unique movement program specifically designed for people with Parkinson’s disease. It helps people affected by PD improve well-being, address symptoms and connect with others in the Parkinson’s community in a safe, fun and creative environment.

Everyone with PD, family and friends are welcome... no dance experience is necessary! Participants have the opportunity to experience a variety of dance themes including folk dance, ballet, jazz, tap, and musical theater numbers, all with an emphasis on using the power of music to move.

Press

People with Parkinson's revel in dance class made for them, by Maiken Scott, WHYY Newsworks 5/8/13

Support Groups

A support group is a way for people to help Parkinson's Disease patients cope with problems they all share. These groups offer social and emotional support to patients and their care partners, education and information from peers and professionals and a chance to be active for oneself and for others in the community. Members give and receive information and encouragement through the mail, phone calls, and group meetings. There are more than 40 support groups now active in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland. Groups meet weekly or monthly.

The Parkinson Council Rings the NASDAQ Stock Market Opening Bell

The Parkinson Council visited the NASDAQ MarketSite in Times Square on Monday, April 1st to kick off National Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month.

Throughout the month of April, organizations and individuals across the country will work together to raise awareness of Parkinson’s disease – which affects 1.6 million people in the U.S., with more than 50,000 new patients diagnosed each year.

Parkinson Golf Classic, Monday, June 17th 2013

Start: Jun 17 2013 10:30 am

End: Jun 17 2013 9:00 pm

Save the Date for the 14th Annual Parkinson Golf Classic, an event supporting research and treatments that improve the quality of life for people with Parkinson's Disease and their families.