American Parkinson Disease Association Information & Referral Center

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Organization:	American Parkinson Disease Association Information & Referral Center
Contact:	Susan Levin
Address:	Washinton University School of Medicine, Campus Box 8111
	660 South Euclid Avenue
	St. Louis
	Missouri
	63110
	USA
Phone:	314-362-3299
Fax:	314-747-1601
Email:	levins@neuro.wstl.edu
URL:	http://www.geocities.com/parkinson_disease_saint_louis

Description

The primary function of the Center is to serve as a central location where people with PD, caregivers, medical professionals, students and other interested individuals can call or write to receive the latest information, including FREE printed material, medical and support system referrals, quarterly newsletters, and patient service listings. The Center informs patients about Parkinson's disease studies and research projects in which they might wish to participate.
Public awareness and educational programs play a vital role in the Center's activities. The Center has published the well-received book entitled "Coping With Parkinson's Disease", for the benefit of people with PD and caregivers alike and "A Collection of Helpful Hints for People With Parkinson's Disease". The St. Louis APDA has produced "FIT 'N FUN", a therapeutic PD home exercise videotape, and "Caring For A Nursing Home Resident With Parkinson's Disease". The Center coordinates all PD services in the Greater St. Louis area. It also serves as headquarters for the local APDA Chapter.