Welcome
to the Connecticut Chapter of the
American Parkinson Disease Association
Gladys Tiedemann (left), CT Chapter / APDA President,
wishes Donna Diaz, exiting Center Coordinator,
best wishes. (See below Center link)
Click the links to find out about:
The
American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc.(APDA) is a national
organization that seeks to "Ease the Burden and Find the Cure"
for Parkinson's disease. Founded in 1961, APDA focuses its energies
on research, patient and family services, and education.
The
Connecticut Chapter of the APDA is a grassroots organization which
provides:
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Assistance with outreach, awareness and educational programs
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Organization of fund-raisers, like annual Walk-a-thons, which
support services in the state and research across the country
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Acceptance of donations from individuals and groups made in memory
or honor of Parkinson’s patients
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Coordination of volunteer efforts within the Parkinson community
- The
Chapter is affiliated with the national APDA office in Staten Island and many Information & Referral Centers across the country.
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