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Recently Diagnosed?

A Parkinson's diagnosis is life-changing event. We are here to answer your questions, to help you adjust to life with PD, and to support you and your loved ones along the way.

Living with PD?

Through our rich education and support programs, we seek to help you build and maintain a positive and proactive stance toward your life with Parkinson's

Caring for a person with PD?

Life with Parkinson's is challenging for caregivers and inviduals with PD, alike. We are here to uplift your efforts through our education and support programs.

About PFNCA

Improving Life for Those Affected by Parkinson’s Disease

The Parkinson Foundation of the National Capital Area (PFNCA) is a local organization dedicated to improving the lives of those impacted by Parkinson’s disease in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. In partnership and affiliation with the National Parkinson Foundation, we provide resources, information, and support to assist caregivers and patients in their quest to understand and cope with Parkinson’s.

Education and Support for Parkinson’s Patients and Care Partners

Our members, committee members, Board of Directors and staff are deeply involved with the local Parkinson’s community and invite you to tap into the education and support offered by our group. Such opportunities include:

  • An extensive network of caregiver and patient support groups
  • Educational materials, symposia, and informational meetings
  • Weekly therapeutic exercise and dance programs in Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia
  • A quarterly newsletter featuring information about Parkinson’s treatments, coping with Parkinson’s disease, and promising new research advances

PFNCA is an independently incorporated nonprofit organization. All contributions received are tax deductible under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Support Group Network

Monthly National Capital Area Community:

  • 40 Parkinson's Support Groups
  • 32 Monthly PFNCA Sponsored Exercise Classes
  • 60 Additional Monthly Exercise Classes
  • 7 Weekly/Monthly Caregiver Support Groups
  • Support Group Specialist (Psychotherapist) on staff

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