MISSION STATEMENT

Our mission is to restore health, invigorate hope and improve the
quality of life for every patient living with Parkinson’s Disease in
Western New York, while assisting their caregivers and families through education, awareness, support groups and advocacy.
 

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.