APDA PRESS Program

Support Group · Alabama, United States

Educational Programs Members of the Alabama APDA team are available to provide educational content and support throughout Alabama for people with Parkinson’s and their families. We host APDA signature programs, including Good Start, PRESS and Connecting through Art. APDA Good Start Program APDA Good Start Program Hosted by Parkinson’s disease specialists throughout the state of Alabama, The Good Start Program is designed for new and recently diagnosed Parkinson’s patients to learn more about their Parkinson’s diagnosis, treatment, management, and available community resources. There is no cost to attendees for this program, which is open to individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s and a care partner or family member. Each program is tailored to the host community. Topics include: What is Parkinson’s Disease? (Diagnosis, Symptoms, and Treatment Strategies) Medication Management The Role of Rehabilitation and Exercise Building Your Care Teams (Physical, Occupational, Speech, Nutrition, Nursing / Social Services) Local Community Resources Multiple programs are hosted — both in person classes and virtually over zoom. Until a program is available in your area, we encourage you to view APDA’s Parkinson’s Disease: The Essentials presentation, which is a concise, yet very informative overview of Parkinson’s disease (PD) that explains the basics of PD, symptoms, treatments, and more. It is particularly well suited for people who have been newly diagnosed, or if you know or care for someone with PD and want to learn more. Go to: https://www.apdaparkinson.org/videos/138935/ APDA Good Start Program – 2026 Dates Virtual Sessions – ZOOMVirtual Good Start Classes are hosted in two-parts, over zoom. To register, contact program coordinator, Brooklyn White at bawhite@uabmc.edu. Spring Session: Monday, March 23rd and Tuesday, March 24th – 6:30 – 8pmFall Session: Monday, October 19th and Tuesday, October 20th – 6:30 – 8pm Live Classes: We will be hosting three live classes in Alabama in 2026. Anniston Area: Friday, May 15th, 1-5pm (Regional Medical Center – Tyler Center)Greater Birmingham / Shelby County Area: Friday, September 18th, 1-5pm (Pelham Public Library)Madison Area: Friday, November 13th, 1-5pm (Madison Senior Center) Register for this event by clicking below: Download Flyer to Promote To be put on a wait list for an upcoming Good Start programs until registration opens, please email Brooklyn White at bawhite@uabmc.edu. APDA PRESS Program The PRESS® Program (Parkinson’s Roadmap for Education and Support Services) is designed for those diagnosed with Parkinson’s and their care partners. The goal is to help you feel empowered, in control and optimistic. Each session will include a quick guest presentation from a relevant expert followed by a time to ask questions and share amongst the group in a virtual support group format. Weekly topics include: What’s Next After Diagnosis Medication Management of Parkinson’s The Importance of Exercise Dealing with Physical Symptoms of PD Impact of Parkinson’s on Daily Living – Coping and Relationships Tips for Daily Living Caring for Others, Caring for Yourself Building Your Healthcare Team Each group is limited to 16 individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s and one care partner. If you are interested in being put on a wait list for an upcoming program, please email APDA Program Coordinator, Brooklyn White at apdaal@uabmc.edu.

Educational Programs APDA Good Start Program APDA Good Start Program – 2026 Dates APDA PRESS Program APDA PRESS ON Program APDA Care Partner Connection Program APDA Connecting Through Art APDA Virtual Programs

• Website: https://www.apdaparkinson.org/community/alabama-irc/upcoming-programs/
• Email: bawhite@uabmc.edu
• Address: Alabama, United States

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