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 Support Groups - In-Person & Online

 Support groups provide a place to share experiences and gain mutual support​ from peers. We offer a variety of support groups for those with Parkinson's Disease and their care partners.  ​*All support groups listed are one hour long and meet weekly unless otherwise listed.
​While there is no charge to participate there are significant costs to offer our programs and services​. Participants are required to complete a membership application and participation waiver before participating in online and in person programs. Click below to complete the required application online.

In Person Support Groups

In-Person Support Group
for Care Partners
Wednesdays at 12:00 pm
with Cindy Gallo, LCSW, QS
Marco Island YMCA 
YDC Conference Room 
101 Sandhill Street
Marco Island, Florida
Parking is directly in front of the building 

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IN-PERSON FEMALE CARE PARTNER SUPPORT GROUP (1st and 3rd Tuesdays,10:00-11:00 AM EST)
Facilitated by Richard Noah, LCSW
Call for location and to RSVP.
RSVP required: call PASWFL at (239) 417-3465 or Click Here to Register prior to each session​

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This group is offered in person at Avow through the Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida and is most suitable for females who have a loved one with Parkinson’s disease. Attendees are supported by others who have similar experiences.

Sample of our Virtual Support Groups Online

Below is a list of some of  the PD and Care Partner virtual support groups that are available to join online through Zoom.
​Please contact our office at 239-417-3465 to learn how to become a member and join our support groups.

Zoom groups for:
Couples
Male Care Partners
Men with PD Women with PD
General Support Group 
Women with PD​​

While there is no charge to participate there are significants costs to offer our programs and services​. 
​Participants are required to complete a membership application and participation waiver before participating in online and in person programs. Click below to complete the required application online.

For your convenience the membership application is available to complete online, or if you would prefer printed forms, you can download them and return them to us by mail. Are you unsure if you completed a waiver or membership form? Call us at 239-417-3465 and we will be delighted to check for you. CLICK TO JOIN

Why Online Classes?

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We offer both in-person and online support groups through Zoom for the convenience of our members who are unable to attend in-person groups due to health concerns and when they are out of town.