April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month—but it’s not just about Parkinson’s. It’s about the people living with it. Parkinson’s doesn’t have one face; it affects people of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life. Is it the man you saw at the grocery store, or the young woman down the road? Is it the face you see in the window, or the one you see in the mirror? Parkinson’s doesn’t discriminate; it can affect anyone regardless of their background. This April, we recognize the diverse experiences of those living with Parkinson’s. We share their stories. We work to ensure they have the support they need to live life to the fullest.

This month, we celebrate the Faces of Swagger.

#ParkinsonsLooksLikeMe

As part of Parkinson’s Awareness Month, we’ve created a special site to help you navigate Parkinson’s Awareness Month. It features stories about people from all walks of life, what they’re doing, and the unique ways they’re finding to thrive. It also includes a social media toolkit you can use to help raise awareness during this important month and events to get involved in!

Check out the hub

Community Updates

CARE Fund applications open April 15

The CARE Fund helps bring support and services to underserved communities. Know of a community or organization that could benefit? Visit our webpage to learn more and share the link with those who might be interested in applying for funding.

Read about CARE Fund >>

See who you funded

The 2025 research competition is complete, with more than $2 million allocated to critical Parkinson’s research across the country. See who was funded and learn more about their research.

Meet the researchers >>

Women get Parkinson’s too

When it comes to our ideas about who can get Parkinson’s, women are sometimes forgotten. Barbara Salsberg Mathews is helping to raise awareness that women of every ethnicity get Parkinson’s, and she’s showing it through the power of illustration!

Read her story >>

As a nurse, mother, and author, Elizabeth’s diagnosis came as a shock. Living with Parkinson’s comes with challenges, but for Elizabeth, Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) became a life-changing decision. In this inspiring story, she shares her journey—from diagnosis and daily struggles to the remarkable improvements after surgery.

Read her story and advice

Upcoming Events

Join the 50km walk challenge
SuperWalk isn’t the only way to walk for Parkinson’s! This April, join the 50km walk challenge as we march forward together to raise awareness and funds to support the Parkinson’s community
Join the challenge

Spark The Night
April 11 is World Parkinson’s Day, but it doesn’t stop at dusk. That evening, Spark The Night will light up cities around the world to push back the darkness, showing solidarity and support for everyone affected by Parkinson’s. Hope is kindled – join us and the PD Avengers as we Spark The Night.
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Resources for you

This toolkit contains everything you need to keep Parkinson’s top of mind during the upcoming federal election. This includes resources to reach out to potential MPs and advice on who to contact.

Take action today

Whether you’ve been recently diagnosed or have been managing Parkinson’s for years, reliable and practical information is key to living well. Our goal is to make your journey more manageable with a curated collection of fact sheets, booklets and tools to suit your unique needs.

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