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American Parkinson’s Disease Association Inc.

135 Parkinson Avenue
Staten Island
New York
NY

Tel: 718-981-8001
Fax: 718-981-4399
contact: apda@apdaparkinson.org
website: www.apdaparkinson.org

The American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc. was founded in 1961 to "ease the burden and find a cure" for Parkinson's disease. Headquartered in New York, the organization focuses its energies on research, patient support, education and raising public awareness of the disease.

The APDA's goal of promoting a better quality of life for the Parkinson's community is actualized through anexpanding network of Information and Referral Centers. The unique contribution of these Centers is to respond to the particular needs of persons affected by Parkinson's disease and their caregivers through education, referral, support and public awareness programs.

The American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc. has placed a vast emphasis on grassroots organizing of Information and Referral Centers, chapters and support groups. Since the initiation of Operation Outreach in 1983, the number of chapters, their efficiency, and the funds they have raised have grown dramatically. It is this grassroots structure that distinguishes APDA from other organizations serving people with Parkinson's disease.

APDA chapters have two functions: fund raising and awareness. They operate as an integral part of the national organization, and their financial statements are combined at the end of the year for reporting to the IRS. The benefits of the chapters' operation assist the national research and education programs, but are most important in their local outreach, programs, and education.

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Walk-a-thon

APDA 2009 WALK-A-THONS

The APDA Walk-A-Thon is the world's largest grassroots fund-raiser dedicated to Parkinson's disease research. Expenses are kept at a minimum, so 100% of the money sent to the national office is used for research. Many individuals who do not regularly donate to APDA take this opportunity to directly fund research to find cause and cure for Parkinson's disease. Each year, the APDA national office makes available brochures, pledge sheets, T-shirts, posters and public service announcements; provides insurance; coordinates local efforts, and assists in starting new Walk-A-Thons. In the past few years, advances in desktop publishing and printing have enabled some groups to make their own brochures, featuring local details while offering an opportunity to thank local sponsors. Whether you are able to complete the entire route or simply walk around your dining room, you can make a difference in this exciting effort to raise funds for Parkinson's disease research. Simply ask your friends and relatives to support your efforts by pledging any dollar amount. Every dollar raised from the Walk-A-Thon, will be used specifically to underwrite the costs of scientific research into finding the cause and cure of Parkinson's disease. Remember everyone - old and young, hearty and disabled - can participate in some meaningful way. If, however, you are unable to take part in this year's Walk-A-Thon, your gift to the APDA Walk-A-Thon is critical and works just as hard to support Parkinson's disease research. We have provided a form which you can print, fill out and return to the national office, with your donation. Simply click on the link to view the APDA Walk-A-Thon Registration Form. For more details how to start and participate in these Walk-A-Thons, please contact Charlene at 1-800-223-2732 or via email:CAllo@apdaparkinson.org

Fellowships & Grants

FELLOWSHIPS AND RESEARCH GRANTS ANNOUNCEMENT

ACADEMIC YEAR 2009-2010

The American Parkinson Disease Association Inc. has budgeted research funds to be awarded during the 2009-2010 and following academic years.

George C. Cotzias, MD Memorial Fellowships

George C. Cotzias, MD was a pathfinder in the pharmacologic exploration of brain functions and in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease with levodopa. His work stimulated much of the current interest and research on the problems of neurological movement disorders. The American Parkinson Disease Association has established the Cotzias fellowship, in honor of his memory, to stimulate neurologists to follow his leadership. The goal of the Cotzias fellowship is to assist promising neurologists in establishing careers in research, teaching and clinical services relevant to the problems, causes, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson’s disease and related neurological movement disorders. This is a fellowship of $80,000 per year for three(3) years. (Not Renewable)

Roger C. Duvoisin, MD, Research Grant

The Roger C. Duvoisin, MD research grants are intended to provide support funds for established scientists affiliated with research or academic institutions located within the United States and presently not working on Parkinson’s disease research. A not-for-profit institution must sponsor the applicant and the principal goal of the grant is to support new research ideas proposed by a scientist already established in the neurological field. This is a grant for $80,000 per year for two(2)years. (Not renewable)

Research Grants

The APDA research grants are intended and available for a junior investigator to pursue research in Parkinson’s disease. The applicant must be affiliated with and perform the research project at an academic institution within the United States. This is a grant of $50,000 per year (Renewable)

Post-Doctoral Fellowships

The APDA Postdoctoral fellowships are awarded to support post-doctoral scientists whose research training holds promise into new insights of geriatric psycology, pathophysiology, geriatric psychology, etiology and/or treatment of Parkinson’s disease. This is a fellowship of $35,000 per year for one(1) year

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