MISSION STATEMENT

"Sustaining The Quality Of Life For People With Parkinson's In Western New York"

The Parkinson’s Association of Western New York, Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation serving the eight counties of Western New York. The organization is dedicated to:

1. Raising awareness of Parkinson’s among health professionals and the community;

2. Providing information, support, and education for persons with Parkinson’s, their families, and their caregivers.

To fulfill this mission, the Parkinson’s Association of Western New York, Inc. will seek the interest and financial aid of patrons and supporters to: 

AWARENESS

Ø      Promote awareness of Parkinson’s Disease among health professionals, members, and the community;

Ø      Sponsor seminars and meetings dealing with Parkinson’s disease;

Ø      Disseminate information on the subject by all means of communication;

Ø      Network and publicize advancements in the field and any other areas of scientific and medical interest related to the subject;

 EDUCATION AND SUPPORT

Ø      Provide educational and emotional support services, consistent with the best medical advice for management of the Parkinson’s condition;

Ø      Provide instruction in activities to maintain and resist decline in neuromuscular function for activities of daily living, occupation, speech, voice and swallowing.