Parkinson’s Support Resources – Greater Capital Region

Medical Care & Research

Albany Medical Center – Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Center
albanymed.org/specialty/parkinsons-disease

Specialists in diagnosing and treating Parkinson’s disease and related disorders, including Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), and drug-induced parkinsonism.

Wellness & Community

Parkinson’s Center YMCA
98 Wolf Road, Colonie, NY

A dedicated wellness and education hub offering:

• Exercise classes: yoga, boxing, Dance Beyond PD, and more

• Educational events and support groups

• Community-building for individuals with Parkinson’s and their care partners

 Support Groups

Capital District Parkinson’s Support Group (CDPSG)
cdparkinsons.org

Meets monthly at 7 PM on the second Thursday
Parkinson’s Center YMCA & via Zoom
Care partner meeting info available online
CDPSG is not a fundraising group, but donations help cover expenses and keep social events accessible.

Saratoga Parkinson’s Support Group
Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY
Contact:

• Gordon Blyth – gordonsblyth@gmail.com | (917) 887-7980

• Marie Thorne – softballmom300@yahoo.com | (518) 810-8483

Nonprofit Organizations

Help for PD
helpforpd.org
Provides tools, tips, and resources for daily living with Parkinson’s.
Promotes active community involvement and funds data-driven initiatives to improve access to quality-of-life programs.

Stand Up To Parkinson’s
standuptoparkinsons.org
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to finding a cure and supporting local Parkinson’s patients. Since 2019, raised over $580,000 for:

• Albany Medical Center research

• Help for Parkinson’s programs

• Parkinson’s Center YMCA