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Support Groups

Our Center provides support groups, exercise programs and educational programs open to patients, caregivers and their families.

  • Share experiences
  • Learn about all aspects of their condition
  • Meet new people
  • Receive support and understanding


Exercise for Parkinson's Patients

First Tuesday of every month at 11:00 a.m.
Northwestern Memorial Hospital’s Feinberg Pavilion Conference Center,
251 E. Huron, 3rd floor, Mecklenberg Room
Lunch and Support Group follow exercise class.
(Note: You may attend any or all 3 of the programs)


Parkinson's Disease Support Group

First Tuesday of every month at 1:00 p.m.
Northwestern Memorial Hospital’s Feinberg Pavilion Conference Center,
251 E. Huron, 3rd floor, Mecklenberg Room


Early Stage/Younger Onset/Mid-Life Parkinson's Disease Support Group

The Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease Support Group focuses on issues specific to young and mid-life adults. Such issues include how best to share information about the diagnosis, when to start medications, concerns about job performance or financial security, impact on marriage and family. This group helps set the tone for patients and their families to face Parkinson’s disease with a positive attitude. Like all good support groups, the group offers education, socialization, practical pointers, and most of all, understanding.

Fourth Thursday of every month at 6:00 p.m.
Abbott Hall,
710 N. Lake Shore Drive, 11th floor, Conference Room.
Parkinson's Disease Support Group


Parkinson's Disease Support Group

Fourth Friday of every month at 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Montgomery Place, 5550 S. South Shore Drive.
Essential Tremor Support Group


Essential Tremor Support Group

First Friday of every month at 12:00 noon
Health Learning Center,
Galter Pavilion, 251 E. Huron.


Contact

Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center
(312) 503-4397

Contact

For more information about our services contact the Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center at (312) 503-4397.