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DAPS's largest fundraising campaign is launched in April, coinciding with Parkinson's Awareness Month. 100% of the funds raised stay local, allowing us to support our neighbors effectively. Donations also help us raise awareness and understanding of Parkinson's disease. In 2024, DAPS reached over 1,700 individuals across North Texas in 38 locations.
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DAPS understands that Parkinson's disease can affect individuals physically, emotionally, socially, and mentally. Comprehensive and easily accessible help is provided through exercise, support, and educational services in 9 locations and at no cost to participants.​​
The red tulip is the international symbol for Parkinson's disease, representing the brain's hemispheres. At DAPS, the tulip also embodies our core values: community, connection and compassion.
COMMUNITY
DAPS strengthened its community by adding a new exercise class in Carrollton, a Dance for PD® class in Dallas and most recently, a noncontact boxing class for people with PD.
CONNECTION
DAPS added a new location to host monthly Educational Series in Garland. For those new to Parkinson's, Educational Series offer new resources, information and connection with others.
COMPASSION
To better meet the changing needs of the Parkinson's community, DAPS added a virtual support group for care partners, led by an expert in the field of chronic illness. This allows individuals, regardless of their circumstances, to access a compassionate group without the challenge of transportation.
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Since 1978, Dallas Area Parkinson Society has been dedicated to improving and impacting the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s Disease. DAPS serves 1,200 North Texas individuals through exercise classes, speech classes, education and support groups.
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With your help, we can expand our reach to more of our neighbors in North Texas who are impacted by Parkinson's disease.
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Our campaign continues through May 31 at midnight and with time remaining in the campaign, we’re excited to keep going.
Together, we’ve already accomplished something extraordinary. Let’s see how much more we can do in these final days!