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 CAN

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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

thrive logo 2Houston Area Parkinson Society hosted the 8th Caregiver Conference on Saturday, November 14th. This special, full-day educational event is designed exclusively for those caring for individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD). The conference offered participants helpful, practical information that is important to understanding and managing care of someone with PD. Caregivers had the opportunity to learn new skills and discover resources that focused on the care of their loved one as well as self-care. This year's program was held virtually as part of our ongoing initiative to keep our community safe amid the ongoing COVID-19 crisis and will be archived on our YouTube channel at a later date. 

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TIMES ARE UNCERTAIN. OUR COMMITMENT IS NOT. For 46 years, Houston Area Parkinson Society has been the go-to resource for individuals and families living with Parkinson’s disease in our community. Our mission has been to ensure that no one faces Parkinson’s alone and we have been unrelenting in our efforts to accomplish this goal.

We need your help now more than ever to help HAPS continue to stay focused on this mission by participating as an underwriter of this year’s Eat, Drink, and Be Charitable, part event, part fun-at-home, and all fundraising for a critical purpose.

Click here to support your HAPS community! 

2021 marathon new logo brightFor the 27th consecutive year, HAPS will participate in the Chevron Houston Marathon’s Run for a Reason Program. This year will certainly be different with the Marathon's decision to move their events to a virtual format. That won't stop TEAM HAPS from making this year's event a success! With over 200 TEAM HAPS members on the course in 2020, we both raised awareness of Parkinson’s and raised valuable funds for programs and services that support individuals with PD in our community and we hope to continue that momentum in the New Year. 
 
We hope you will join us in our mission to ensure that no one faces Parkinson's alone and that everyone has the programs and services in 2021 by being a part of TEAM HAPS!

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Houston Area Parkinson Society’s NEWEST educational tour is coming to you virtually! HAPS kicks off this second tour with an in-demand lecture on Exercise and Parkinson’s. Dr. Maggie Abbott, PT, DPT will be traveling virtually to your home to bring this information directly in an interactive Zoom format.

Exercise. The pill you don’t take! Has Parkinson’s changed your exercise routine? Do doctors recommend you start exercising, but you’re not sure what to do? How should you start or maintain an exercise routine during COVID while staying home? Join Dr. Maggie Abbott, PT, DPT as she explains the who, what, why, when and how of exercise and Parkinson’s. Exercise is for everyone at every stage of diagnosis. Join us for one of these presentations offered this fall!

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.