PURPOSE OF PFHC

The Parkinson Foundation of Harris County (PFHC) is staffed by volunteers whose family or friends areParkinsonians. There is no charge to Parkinsonians for the opportunity to participate in professionally led activities such as:  

Speech Therapy
Physical Occupational Therapy
hotel a GentTai Chi Exercises (for strength & balance)
Water Exercise/Therapy

This non-profit organization also offers a library on Parkinsons and has constantly updated information, by experts, on the latest research, medication and surgical advances, as well as dietary information.

The monthly bulletin as well as lectures and discussion groups help keep Parkinsonians and caregivers informed and aware of existing support.

ORGANIZATION

The Parkinson Foundation of Harris County was chartered in July, 1980 by concerned patients and their families.

They felt a need for a responsive organization that emphasizes patient and family involvement. As it functions at this time, Parkinsonians and their families plan and implement all phases of the organizations work. The therapists are the only paid workers in the organization.