Every nine minutes someone is diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. At Dallas Area Parkinson Society (DAPS) we provide a compassionate community to connect with others.
"After my diagnosis, it was good for me to see that I am not alone and there are so many people working to find ways to make Parkinson's patients lives more meaningful." - A DAPS Member
Dallas Area Parkinson Society is dedicated to impacting and improving the lives of those affected by Parkinson's disease. We provide exercise classes, speech classes, and support groups. We have monthly educational series with professionals and experts in the field and events throughout the year.
In 2024, DAPS has focused on enhancing exercise opportunities to our neighbors in North Texas. In September DAPS will offer a new Dance for PD® class in Dallas. This fall, DAPS will begin training its exercise instructors to teach non-contact boxing, a well-researched program shown to help those with PD. Your donation will directly support over 16 exercise classes offered every week by DAPS. No matter where someone is in their journey with Parkinson's disease, we have a class to meet their needs. Your donation provides the necessary support to keep DAPS programs at no cost to attendees.
We, the Dallas Area Parkinson Society (DAPS), believe that embracing diverse, equitable, and inclusive practices is crucial for creating, sustaining, and building strong organizations. We are committed to promoting inclusion and equity across all areas of our organization, including programming, employment, and community outreach. By doing so, we aim to reach the diverse demographics affected by Parkinson's disease in North Texas.
DAPS does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.
Organization name
Dallas Area Parkinson Society
Causes
Health Care
Operating Budget
$250,000 - $499,999
Counties Served
Collin, Dallas, Denton
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latinx
Address
6310 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy Ste 213