We see a world in which all affected by Parkinson’s have the hope and confidence and support needed to live life to its fullest.

Programs

Therapeutic exercise and speech classes, support groups, and social and enrichment programs are available free of charge.

Services

Social work consultation and case management, transportation, and emergency financial aid are among the many services offered.

Education

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

Community

Fundraising events offer the opportunity to build community and raise important funds for programs and services.

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HAPS GHW Bush Award

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I AM THE FACE OF PARKINSON'S

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CHANGING THE FACE OF PARKINSON'S

It is estimated that approximately 1 million Americans are currently living with a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease.
Who Gets Parkinson's Disease?
It is estimated that approximately 1 million Americans are currently living with a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. →
You can be a hero to thousands of individuals living with Parkinson's disease in the Houston area.
Be a HAPS Hero
You can be a hero to thousands of individuals living with Parkinson's disease in the Houston area. →

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LATEST HAPS NEWS

2020 logo lime newFor the 26th consecutive year, HAPS participated in the Chevron Houston Marathon’s Run for a Reason Program. TEAM HAPS showed up strong on race weekend in January. With over 200 TEAM HAPS members on the course Saturday and Sunday, we both raised awareness of Parkinson’s and raised valuable funds for programs and services that support individuals with PD in our community. 
 
Fundraising remains open until February 14th - so you can still join TEAM HAPS by making a donation to help us reach our fundraising goal. 

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Houston Area Parkinson Society’s NEWEST educational tour is coming soon to a county near you! HAPS kicks off this first tour with an in-demand lecture on Balance, Falls, and Parkinson’s. Maggie Abbott, PT, DPT will be traveling to all eight counties in our service area, bringing this information to your community.

Have you heard the phrases ‘Just don’t fall’ as advice to prevent a fall with Parkinson’s? ‘Falling is a part of aging, right?’ or  ‘Only walk with your cane.’

Don’t believe everything you hear - join Dr. Abbott to learn about body balance and strategies to prevent a fall related to Parkinson’s. Learn easy exercises to improve confidence in your balance and learn fall prevention tips to use around the house and community.

Healing Art - Don’t Let Anything Ruin Your Day
Hardcover: $50

Bright Sky Publishing is promoting and selling 600 copies of Robert Flatt’s beautiful book, Healing Art, as a charitable donation to HAPS. 100% of the profits from the sale of Healing Art go directly to Houston Area Parkinson’s Society (HAPS). 

Please help Robert’s healing art help others by purchasing this meaningful book today.

 

MISSION & PURPOSE

MISSION

By using a whole-human approach to community building, we reduce the fear and isolation associated with a Parkinson’s diagnosis.

PURPOSE

We exist to ensure that no one faces a Parkinson’s diagnosis alone.