Welcome to Parkinson Association of the Rockies

Thanks to everyone who participated in the 8th Annual Shake, Rattle and Stroll walkathon! We are excited to report that Shake, Rattle and Stroll had a record number of attendees this year. More than 700 people came out to show their support and walked to make a difference in the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s disease. 49 teams walked and raised over $60,000 for the cause. To view pictures visit our Facebook page or the Tricia Turpenoff Portrait Gallery.

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Did you know Parkinson Disease affects nearly 17,000 people in the Rocky Mountain region? The Parkinson Association of the Rockies (PAR) is the premiere resource in Colorado, Wyoming and western Nebraska for Parkinson related information and services. At PAR, our focus is on ensuring a better quality of life for patients and carepartners. Learn the facts about Parkinson's disease:

What it is?

Who gets it and why?

What symptoms it can cause?

How it is diagnosed and treated?

PAR provides programs and services that give a patient the tools they need to ease Parkinson related symptoms. Whether it be a visit from a case manager in the comfort of one's home or the use of a specialized piece of medical equipment, PAR's resources help ease the burden of the disease.