This nonprofit group strives to provide an understanding environment in which people with Parkinson symptoms or medication side effects, and their care partners, can come together to discuss common problems, learn coping strategies, and provide peer support and encouragement to one another. The group also provides social opportunities for its members who may not like to get out otherwise. Some people may have difficulty coping with Parkinson's disease. It may be hard for them to ask their doctor questions or talk about their problems with family or friends. A support group may be just the right answer. Many patients have gained encouragement from meeting with others who have Parkinson's disease. The meetings provide an opportunity to discuss experiences and feelings and to share solutions to common problems. It is our hope participants will gain a better understanding of our shared illness and will, as a result, be better able to manage its challenges.

You are invited and encouraged to visit one of our support group meetings—without obligation—to decide for yourself if group activity can help you have a better life while suffering from this life-altering disease. There is no charge, there is plenty of parking, and it is easily accessed by those with mobility challenges. Our meetings generally consist of a speaker with experience in some aspect of Parkinson's disease or it's treatment. After the meeting, those who wish may buy their lunch and socialize with the Support Group.. Meetings are normally held on the first Thursday of every month, at 11:45 AM. Please contact us to verify date and time. Our meeting schedule, speakers, and activities are shown on the MENU bars at the top right of this page. Put the dates on your calendar now!

Contact: 301-797-7323, or jpfiery@verizon.net if you need information or transportation. Persons with Parkinson's and/or caregivers and other family members should attend these meetings. Those who have family or friends with Parkinson's and anyone with similar diseases are also welcome. Individuals in senior services professions are always welcome to sit in on our meetings also.

Leadership Team
Co- facilitators:

Judy Fiery
Carol Gaines
Holly Mckee
Sam Fiery
Treasurer:

Mike Saterbak
Chaplain:

Carolyn McKee

DonationsYou may make a donation to the Hagerstown Parkinson Support group by mailing a check to the Maryland Association for Parkinson Support, Inc,
PO Box 450, Brooklandville, MD 21022.
Please write "HAGERSTOWN SUPPORT GROUP" on the memo line of the check. Meetings held on the first Thursday of every month at 11:45 AM at the:

Western Sizzlin Steakhouse
17567 York Road Hagerstown, MD
Phone: (301-791-7560)