American Parkinson Disease Association, Rhode Island Chapter

12/15/2025

Happy Hanukkah and a joyful Festival of Lights to all who celebrate this special holiday! May your days be filled with happiness, love, and the glow of the menorah.

12/14/2025

In the wake of the devastating tragedy on the Brown University campus yesterday, affecting so many lives, our hearts are with you. We are sending healing and strength to our neighbors and everyone affected by this profound event.

Providence is built on hope, and together, we will rise stronger and more united than ever.

12/13/2025

💫We want to extend a huge thank you to Slocum Cares / Slocum Real Estate & Insurance for organizing an incredible Shootout golf tournament and for supporting our mission as well the great work at Button Hole.

Thank you so much for raising awareness about Parkinson's and our resources, and for your generous donation to the APDA Rhode Island Chapter!

Read more on Slocum Cares Blog:
bit.ly/3KrCbSc

Pictured representing the RI Chapter from left to right: Michelle Mach, Jeffrey Sullivan, Joseph P. Golomboski

12/13/2025

The 3rd Annual Slocum Shootout raised $13,500 for American Parkinson Disease Association and Button Hole, supporting Parkinson’s care and accessible golf in Rhode Island.

12/11/2025

We are incredibly grateful for community partners like NPT HealthWorks, who consistently find creative initiatives to increase awareness about Parkinson's disease and raise support for the PD community.

Thank you, NPT Health Works, for organizing this wonderful fundraiser dance class. A special thanks to Dr. Jordan Juzwiak, Rachel Balaban with DAPpers, Katie Moorhead, Newport Contemporary Ballet, Teri Dignan Real Estate Consulting, and the Newport County YMCA for your generosity and dedication.

Together, we make a difference! 💙

12/10/2025

💙This year, the Parkinson’s community has shown us what true optimism looks like.

As we close out the year, the APDA Rhode Island Chapter remains dedicated to helping those with PD live life to the fullest. Your support makes everything possible.

Make your year-end gift today: https://bit.ly/4aDcaK8

12/05/2025

👥The holidays can bring up a lot of emotions, and when combined with the depression and anxiety that many people with PD experience, it can be a lot. We want you to know that you’re not alone.

There are many different ways to maximize your mental health and it’s not a one-size-fits-all approach. But hearing how others are dealing with their challenges can sometimes be helpful.

➡️From the APDA archives, listen to what two people living with PD told us about the strategies that work for them:

http://apda.link/CHMentalHealthArticle

At the APDA Rhode Island Chapter, we’re here for you too! Whether you are living with Parkinson’s disease or caring for someone who is. Call or email us at 401.439.8435 or email apdari@apdaparkinson.org—we’d love to connect with you!

To find information online on local resources, and other ways to get involved, visit our Rhode Island APDA site: www.apdaparkinson.org/ri

Read Dr. Gilbert's interviews of people with PD who share their insights about their mental health concerns, and how they were affected by Parkinson's.

12/02/2025

💙Today is Giving Tuesday - we invite you to join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s disease in Rhode Island. Thanks to generous donors like you, APDA is able to provide vital programs, services, and education that transform lives every day. Here’s how your support makes a difference:

· Life-Changing Programs: We offer and partner with tailored exercise programs, support groups, and wellness initiatives that improve quality of life for individuals living with Parkinson’s.

· Essential Services: From personalized care resources to caregiver support, your donation helps ensure no one faces Parkinson’s alone.

· Educational Opportunities: We provide critical education and outreach to empower patients, families, and healthcare professionals with the latest information and resources.

· Community: We offer community events like the Optimism Walk, Golf Tournament and Magic of Hope Gala, that foster connection, support, education, and build a united front across the state!

· Vital Research: APDA funds and promotes critical research initiatives which aim to improve symptom management, explore disease progression, and enhance quality of life for PWP through innovative scientific studies and clinical trials.

🤝Together, we can continue to create hope, foster community, and enhance lives across Rhode Island & beyond. Your gifts make all of this possible. Please consider making a donation today. Every dollar brings us closer to a future where Parkinson’s disease is better understood, managed, and ultimately defeated. Thank you for your compassion and support.

➡️Donate link:
https://www.apdaparkinson.org/community/rhode-island/ways-donate/donate/

With hope and optimism,

APDA Rhode Island Staff & Board of Directors
401-439-8435 | apdari@apdaparkinson.org

For referrals, local program details, or to request information packets: 401-455-6337

12/01/2025

For people living with Parkinson’s disease, exercise may be one of the most powerful tools to fight some symptoms and potentially slow disease progression. That’s why the APDA offers a wide variety of fitness classes both in person and online... so that anyone, anywhere, can attend. We’ve got some great classes happening right here in Rhode Island – see what’s coming up and join us!

Community programs like these are made possible thanks to the generous support of APDA’s network of donors.

Thank you! 💙💚

Local Exercise and Support: https://www.apdaparkinson.org/community/rhode-island/resources-support-ri/

Online classes:
http://apda.link/CHEvents

11/27/2025

Today and every day, we are so grateful for you!

Thank you for sharing your stories, joining us at our programs and fundraising events, building community with us in our support groups, learning with us online and in person, supporting our important work with donations, and so much more! You are what keeps us going. We are here for you, and we are committed to providing the support, education, research, and community that helps everyone impacted by Parkinson’s disease live life to the fullest!

From all of us at the APDA Rhode Island Chapter, we wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving!

11/25/2025

✨ Experience the magic of hope at our Gala & Auction! ✨

As the holidays approach, it's a great time to come together with family and friends and plan ahead for the new year. We hope you'll join us in making a heartfelt difference for the Parkinson's community this coming March.

Remember, our 10% discounted tickets end December 15—grab yours today and be part of the hope! 💙

www.apdaparkinson.org/ri

11/20/2025

Every day, APDA provides the support, education, research, and community that helps everyone impacted by Parkinson’s disease live life to the fullest. Last year, thanks to the support of our donors and community across the country, APDA...

● 📞Responded to 54,400+ phone/email inquiries & provided support
● 💪Worked out with 59,120+ exercise program participants online and in person
● 💞Connected with 31,980 support group participants
● 🔬Granted $2,600,000 in research funding
● And so much more

Thank you! 💙💚