Government Programs and Agencies

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
A federal agency that focuses primarily on conducting and funding research into neurological conditions, including Parkinson's. News and information on treatment, government policies, and clinical trials are also available.

Veterans Affairs Healthcare System Parkinson's Disease Programs
The Department of Veterans Affairs is committed to veterans with Parkinson's Disease and related movement disorders. It established the Parkinson's Disease Research, Education and Clinical Center (PADRECCs) network which supports six PD Centers of Excellence in various locations. Each PADRECC is designed to deliver state-of-the art clinical care, innovative research, and outreach and education programs to veterans with PD.