Parkinson’s Resources

Up ENDing Parkinson’s – https://www.upendparkinsons.com/

Contact: Molly Donelan-Cupka – https://www.upendparkinsons.com/team

Mission: “Educate and Enrich the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s Disease through Rock Climbing. Dedicated to Informing our therapeutic methods through Research. “

Educate – “Help people living with Parkinson’s disease and their family members to develop practices and lifestyle changes that will help them thrive, despite Parkinson’s Disease.”

Enrich – “Nourish the mind, body, and soul through fitness, alternative therapies, social events, and of course Rock Climbing!”

Research – “Rock climbing promotes improved cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility, balance, mindfulness, as well as providing a healthy social nexus. We’re committed to research aimed at help better understand the mechanisms by which climbing and other alternative therapies can better slow the progression of Parkinson’s and promotes better functional movement. Ultimately, these findings will be incorporated to continuously improve our methodology and allow our members to enjoy healthier, more fulfilling lives, with better movement, for longer.”

Want to get involved? – https://www.upendparkinsons.com/volunteer