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To
meet the needs of people with
Parkinson's, their families
and healthcare providers,
MPF has developed many effective
programs throughout Michigan.
Among these programs are:
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Information
and referral: toll-free telephone
line to provide information
as well as referral to neurologists
and other community resources;
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Information regarding Parkinson’s
and its management; |
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Support groups, including
orientation and training of
facilitators; |
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Educational programs for people
with Parkinson's and their families; |
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The Messenger, a quarterly newsletter; |
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Education programs for physicians
and healthcare professionals,
including: a videotaped program
for nursing home personnel,
pamphlets and other resources; |
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Financial assistance for daycare
and medication; |
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The Raymond B. Bauer Student
Fellowship Award which is awarded
annually to students in Michigan
researching the mechanisms and
effects of Parkinson’s
disease. |
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Advocacy at the state and national
level regarding issues affecting
people with Parkinson's and
their families, including working
with other organizations to
improve access to resources. |
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Information on research studies
being conducted in Michigan
is available through the Messenger
or by contacting the Michigan
Parkinson Foundation. |
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Michigan
Parkinson Initiative Programs:
multidisciplinary second opinion
clinics, community educational
forums, physician and other
health professional education
programs provided in local communities
throughout the State. |
