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PCLA helps people impacted by Parkinson’s with tools, strategies, and connections in the Los Angeles area and beyond.
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Why People ♥️ PCLA
Our nonprofit provides:
Direct access to live resource specialists
Warm, welcoming events and support groups designed to foster and grow our community
Esteemed medical advisory board offering science-backed tools & solutions
PCLA Community Testimonials
Here’s what the Parkinson’s community has to say about PCLA’s support groups, events, and personnel.
“Their programming is consistently some of the best and unlike many of the other PD orgs, their focus is quality of life, NOW.”
Travis Robinson
Age 44, Altadena
“I ran into PCLA and the support group was very different — everybody talked, everybody shared their knowledge. I really enjoyed that format. Every meeting I attended I learned something new.”
Frances “Sparky” Sotcher
Age 90, Culver City
PCLA's Original Content
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Learn about Parkinson’s through videos, blog articles, and guides.
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Parkinson’s Disease & Lewy Body Dementia Caregivers
Psilocybin Therapy for Depression in PD
Palliative Care & Parkinson's
Blog Articles
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Is Deep Brain Stimulation Right For You?
An exploration of deep brain stimulation (DBS), its effectiveness, and whether or not it’s the right option for you.
What Age Is YOPD? Here’s What To Know
YOPD, also known as early-onset Parkinson’s, refers to PD diagnosed in people under 50. Here’s what to know, plus words from PCLA’s own YOPD community.
Top 6 Parkinson’s Podcasts
Discover six insightful and empowering podcasts that share stories, science, and support for living well with Parkinson’s disease—just press play and start listening!
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