The following are links to other websites about Parkinson's Disease. Please note that these links will open in a new browser window. To return to the NCVS Parkinson's Research website, just close the new browser window of the linked site.
LSVT Global is located atwww.LSVTGlobal.com (Voice: 1.888.438.5788 Email: info@LSVTGlobal.com . Administration Address: 6890 E. Sunrise, Suite 120 #241 Tucson, AZ 85750. Workshop Management Address: 3760 Market St. NE Suite 502 Salem, OR 97301).
Article about Home Management Device
www.portland.bizjournals.comThis article includes a description of a collaborative effort to develop a home assessment device for individuals with Parkinson's disease. The NCVS has been directly involved in development and analysis of the voice and speech section of the protocol. Data are expected to provide insight into disease progression, and devices may offer additional means to manage PD. American Parkinson Disease Association
www.apdaparkinson.orgProvides general information for individuals with PD, their families, and health professionals. A major focus of the APDA is on support groups and referral centers throughout the country. American Speech-Language-
Hearing Association
www.asha.orgThe public site provides in-depth information about speech, language, hearing, and swallowing for individuals with communication disorders, their families, and others. Davis Phinney Foundation
www.davisfinneyfoundation.comThe Davis Phinney Foundation has a single mission. It is to improve the lives of people living with Parkinson's disease. We fund innovative research that will make lives better today while working to prevent and cure this crippling disease tomorrow. LSVT Foundation
www.lsvt.orgThe LSVT Foundation website is a primary resource for information about the Lee Silverman Voice Treatment® for treating speech and voice disorders accompanying Parkinson's disease. Geared to both clinicians and clients, the website can be used to locate LSVT®-certified speech clinicians, order materials, and register for upcoming training workshops. Michael J. Fox Foundation
www.michaeljfox.orgThis foundation was established in 2000, and is dedicated to helping find a cure for Parkinson's disease through “an aggressively funded research agenda.” The site contains updated research information and funding opportunities. National Parkinson Foundation
www.parkinson.orgThe official website of the worldwide organization. Use this site to ask questions about PD, download reports, find a doctor, make donations, purchase items, and learn more about Parkinson's disease. Northwest Parkinson's Foundation
www.nwpf.orgThe NWPF is “a Washington state non-profit charity, established to make the Northwest a leading world center of movement disorders knowledge and treatment.” Use this site to access comprehensive updates on PD in the news. Parkinson Action Network
www.parkinsonsaction.orgPAN calls itself “the unified advocacy voice of the Parkinson's community”. A powerful advocacy group, PAN's mission includes a push for increased federal research funding, increased public awareness about PD, and development of a grassroots network including individuals with PD, their families, physicians, researchers, and support organizations.
Parkinson Alliance
www.parkinsonsalliance.orgA national non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds to help finance the most promising research to find the cause and cure for Parkinson's disease.
Parkinson Disease Foundation
www.pdf.orgThe PDF is “a national non-profit organization devoted to education, advocacy, and the funding of research. We strive to bring help and hope to as many as one million Americans who now suffer from this debilitating condition.” The Parkinson's Institute
www.parkinsonsinstitute.orgThe Parkinson's Institute is dedicated to seeking a cure for PD and providing the best available medical care for those with PD and related movement disorders. Parkinson's Association of the Rockies
www.parkinsonrockies.orgPAR serves the needs of individuals with PD in the Colorado and Wyoming areas. PAR is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals with PD, through direct services, support groups, seminars, and education. The Parkinson's Register
www.parkinsonsregistry.comThe Parkinson's Registry-Muhammad Ali Parkinson Research Center at Barrow Neurological Institute . People Living with Parkinson's
www.plwp.orgA virtual “neighborhood” for people with PD. Their goals include creating “an atmosphere that encourages mutual support and friendship for people living with Parkinson's, their partners, family and friends.” This eclectic site includes information, useful links, photos, poetry, and journals. We Move - Worldwide Education and Awareness for Movement Disorders
www.wemove.orgA comprehensive resource for information of movement disorders, including Parkinson's disease, Multiple System Atrophy, and Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. World Parkinson Disease Association
www.wpda.orgA worldwide, independent, not-for-profit organization, dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with PD worldwide.