Capital District Parkinson’s Support Group

https://www.cdparkinsons.org/

Conducts once a month meetings at 7 PM on the second Thursday of most months.  Most meetings, (after November 2025) will be in-person  at Parkinson's Center YMCA, 98 Wolf Rd, Colonie, NY 12205, and by ZOOM. Care partner meeting information is available on the website.

CDPSG is not a fundraising organization, although donations are accepted to help cover expenses, and make social events affordable to all.

Shannon Lawler, (518) 867-4999 ext. 306.  Serving needs of those dealing with Parkinson’s and other conditions, not restricted to Alzheimer’s

The Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900) is available around the clock, 365 days a year. Through this free service, specialists and master’s-level clinicians offer confidential support and information to people living with dementia, caregivers, families and the public.

The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is the largest grassroots network dedicated to fighting Parkinson’s disease (PD) and works tirelessly to help the approximately one million with PD in the United States live life to the fullest in the face of this chronic, neurological disorder.

The Brian Grant Foundation provides proven tools to improve the well-being of people with Parkinson’s. BGF was established in 2010, following Brian’s diagnosis in 2008 at the age of 36. Though there is no cure for Parkinson’s, exercise, nutrition and a supportive community can help manage symptoms, maintain overall health and prevent other serious illnesses.

Caring.com has a support group for caregivers, family and friends of those with Parkinson’s disease. No subject is off-limits in this forum.

Search for actively recruiting studies that you may be able to participate in or learn about new interventions/treatments that are being considered. 

ClinicalTrials.gov is a Web-based resource that provides patients, their family members, health care professionals, researchers, and the public with easy access to information on publicly and privately supported clinical studies on a wide range of diseases and conditions. The Web site is maintained by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH)

This searchable listing put together by Alzheimer’s Association and AARP, will help you get easy access to resources, community programs and services.

Start your search here https://www.communityresourcefinder.org/

Alzheimer’s Association AARP Community Resource Finder is a database of dementia and aging-related resources powered by Carelike®. The online tool makes it easy for people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, family caregivers and those involved in making care-related decisions to find local programs and services.

Community Resource Finder displays resources including, but not limited to: 

Alzheimer’s Association programs and events 

AARP programs and events

Housing options

Care at home 

Medical services 

Community services 

Read more of the FAQ here https://www.communityresourcefinder.org/Alz/FAQ

 If you are living with Parkinson’s Disease (PD), medication isn’t your only option. Learn about treatment options— like Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and find support and care partner resources.

WE HELP PEOPLE WITH PARKINSON’S LIVE WELL TODAY.

Since 2004, the Davis Phinney Foundation has brought to life some of the most important programs, research, content, and events for those affected by Parkinson’s. Our community includes people living with Parkinson’s, Parkinson’s care partners, families and friends of those living with Parkinson’s, physicians, and Parkinson’s allied health professionals.

LSVT BIG trains people with Parkinson disease (PD) to use their body more normally.  People living with PD or other neurological conditions often move differently, with gestures and actions that become smaller and slower. They may have trouble with getting around, getting dressed and with other activities of daily living.

Read more at https://www.lsvtglobal.com/LSVTBig

Find local LSVT Clinicians using this form https://www.lsvtglobal.com/LSVTFindClinicians