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  • Ellis
    "HAPS has saved my life." Ellis
  • Jennifer
    “I get to take my mom to dance every week. To have something fun and normal has been such a blessing to us.” Jennifer
  • Roger
    “The continuing education about Parkinson’s has made me aware of how to manage my disease.” Roger
  • Ray
    “HAPS has made a difference between just being alive and living.” Ray
  • Anna
    “We are doing the Argentine tango, and it’s really a lot of fun. I got to learn how to turn and did a little bit of foot work, and I really, really truly enjoy that. That’s my favorite.” Anna
  • Margaret
    “Friendship is the most significant thing I have gained though my experience with HAPS. We have happy meetings and understand each other and enjoy ourselves.” Margaret

Therapeutic Programs

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Exercise, speech, tai chi, music, dance, water and support groups are available free of charge.

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Social Services

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Transportation, respite and emergency financial aid are among the many services offered.

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Education

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HAPS provides numerous programs to educate and raise awareness about Parkinson's disease.

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Support HAPS

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HAPS depends on the generosity of the community to continue to provide much needed services.

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What are the Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease?

Primary symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease include:

  • Tremor
  • Muscle Rigidity
  • Postural Instability
  • Slowness of Movement

Secondary symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease include:

  • Difficulty Walking
  • Depression
  • Reduced Arm Swing
  • Anxiety
  • Decreased Facial Expression
  • Changes in Speech
  • Small, Cramped Handwriting
  • Changes in Swallowing

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HAPS New Weekly Yoga Class

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HAPS new weekly yoga class will begin on Tuesday, June 4th! Please join others with Parkinson's for the highly anticipated yoga therapy groups.

When: Tuesdays, 10:00 - 11:15am
Where: American Red Cross Building 2700 SW Freeway, Houston, TX 77098

Please contact Alfonso Hernandez for more information at 713-520-8670. We hope to see you there!


2014 Chevron Houston Marathon - Calling All Heroes!

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                                                  WALK. RUN. CHEER. RAISE AWARENESS. MAKE A DIFFERENCE. BE A HERO.

HAPS has been chosen for the 18th consecutive year as an official charity for the 2014 Chevron Houston Marathon on January 18-19, 2014. With an unprecedented number of runners, walkers, fundraisers, sponsors, supporters and volunteers during the previous record-breaking fundraising season, Team HAPS is excited and determined to make the upcoming year an even bigger and better event.

In order to do so, we need you to join our 2014 superhero squad! You don't have to be able to leap tall buildings in a single bound, be faster than a speeding bullet or be more powerful than a locomotive to be a hero for HAPS. Become a runner, walker, fundraiser, donor, sponsor, supporter or volunteer as we join forces to make a difference in the lives of those affected by Parkinson's disease.

Registration is right around the corner. Please contact Kelly Nicholls at 713-313-1621 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  if you are interested in participating and stay tuned for more details.

*No super powers necessary.

Parkinson's News

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