Welcome

Mission Statement: To Ease the Burden, to Find the Cure.

Welcome! Parkinson disease is a neurodegenerative disease resulting in the loss of dopamine production. Dopamine is the neuro-transmitter responsible for aiding in body movements. Symptoms include slowness of movement, tremor, muscle stiffness and postural instability. To date, there is no cure.

The mission of the Wisconsin Chapter of the APDA is to "Ease the Burden, to Find the Cure." We do this by providing support and empowering people with Parkinson's disease, their families, and caregivers through education, fundraising for research, sponsoring support groups, and networking with resource and referral agencies involved in the care of people with Parkinson's disease throughout Wisconsin.

Bike Like Mike

May 23-30, 2012
11:30 a.m. Kick-Off, St. Mary's Hospital, Madison

Donald Malchow is biking for his dad, Mike Malchow of Oshkosh, to raise funds and awareness of Parkinson's in the state of Wisconsin. The Kick-Off will be held at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. All are welcome to cheer Donald and show support for Parkinson's awareness. Donald will be biking over 430 miles, from Madison to St. Louis. To learn more about the ride "Bike Like Mike" visit www.bikelikemike.weebly.com. To donate, click the donate button to the right and select "Bike Like Mike" for where the donations should go.

Parkinson's Signature Bracelet

This bracelet was designed specifically for the Wisconsin Chapter of the APDA to honor people with Parkinson's and their families. Specifically designed by a granddaughter of a person with Parkinson's, the bracelet reflects the strength, support and colors of Parkinson disease. Wearing this bracelet will raise awareness for PD and funds for assistance to families. It is made of sterling silver, Swarovski crystals, two sterling silver charms and a sterling siver magnetic clasp that is easy to put on.

For more information and to buy online visit: www.etsy.com/shop/iheartjewels