American Parkinson Disease Association Launches Spanish-Language Microsite, Expanding Support for Underserved Parkinson's Community

NEW YORK, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) today announced the launch of a new Spanish-language microsite, expanding access to critical information and resources for Spanish-speaking people living with Parkinson's disease (PD) and their care partners and families.

With a mission to provide the support, education, research, and community that helps everyone impacted by PD live life to the fullest, APDA has long prioritized reaching under-resourced, under-studied, and under-engaged communities, including those who speak Spanish. Over time, the organization has created an extensive library of educational publications in Spanish, developed Spanish-language educational and support programs, and made its APDA Symptom Tracker App available in Spanish. APDA has also expanded its Spanish-speaking staff and provides support in Spanish through its national helpline.

The new Spanish-language microsite expands upon existing Spanish website content, providing a more extensive collection of up-to-date, essential information for anyone impacted by PD – whether newly diagnosed, living with the disease for years, or serving as a care partner. APDA ensures that all translated materials are both linguistically accurate and culturally relevant by collaborating with staff members who are fluent in Spanish and deeply familiar with the needs of the communities they serve.

The new Spanish-language microsite features:

• Comprehensive information about PD, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and more
• Guidance for living well with PD focused on nutrition, exercise, mental health, therapies, and other topics
• Educational webinars and resources, including downloadable publications and the free APDA Symptom Tracker App
• Information about APDA programs and support groups

"We are so proud to continue expanding our Spanish-language resources through this robust microsite," says Rosa Peña, MSW, Senior Vice President of Programs and Services at APDA, who oversees all content and programming in both English and Spanish. "Parkinson's is the fastest-growing neurological disorder in the world, with an estimated one million people in the United States living with the disease. Everyone deserves the same level of care and support, but when there is a language barrier, accessing the information you need to understand your diagnosis, feel empowered, and make decisions about your treatment plan can be challenging. We are committed to breaking down these barriers."

APDA also offers a variety of educational materials and support in Simplified Chinese/Mandarin as part of its broader commitment to equitable access.

Those who want to support APDA's efforts to help everyone impacted by PD can do so by visiting www.apdaparkinson.org/donate.

To learn more about APDA or to access PD information and support, visit www.apdaparkinson.org (English) or www.apdaparkinson.org/es (Spanish), email [email protected] (English) or [email protected] (Spanish), or call 800-223-2732.

About the American Parkinson Disease Association

The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting Parkinson's disease (PD) by providing the support, education, research, and community that helps everyone impacted by PD live life to the fullest. Through a nationwide grassroots network of Chapters and Information & Referral (I&R) Centers, APDA works tirelessly to raise public awareness of this chronic neurologic movement disorder and deliver outstanding patient services, resources, and educational and wellness programs to the approximately one million people living with PD in the United States and their care partners and families. Envisioning a world without PD, APDA's national research program and Centers for Advanced Research aim to provide better treatments and unlock the mysteries of the disease. APDA is also committed to advancing public policy solutions that improve lives and move us toward a cure. Founded in 1961, APDA has raised and invested more than $338 million in its efforts to support the PD community. Learn more at www.apdaparkinson.org.

SOURCE American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc.