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Mission, Vision & Values

Mission

Parkinson Association of Alberta is the source for support, education and inspiration for people impacted by Parkinson disease and Parkinson’s Plus Syndromes, and engagement in important quality of life research with an emphasis on Alberta. 

Vision

A community of support for people impacted by Parkinson disease and Parkinson’s Plus Syndromes today; working toward a brighter future tomorrow. 

Values

Collaboration

We work together to achieve our mission while making every effort to ensure people feel supported, heard and understood.

Compassion

We conduct our business in a manner that demonstrates empathy and respect for people impacted by Parkinson disease and Parkinson's Plus Syndromes.

Creativity

We seek innovative ways to achieve our mission.

Empowerment

We encourage and provide opportunities for people impacted by Parkinson disease and Parkinson's Plus Syndromes to take action and make informed decisions throughout their journey in a safe and caring community.

Transparency

We conduct our business in a reasonable manner and are accountable in all that we do.

Guiding Principles

People impacted by Parkinson disease and Parkinson’s Plus Syndromes are at the center of all we do. Our work is to: 

  • Provide support to people impacted by Parkinson disease and Parkinson’s Plus Syndromes throughout their journey
  • Encourage and provide opportunities for people impacted by Parkinson disease and Parkinson’s Plus Syndromes to live well mentally, physically, emotionally and socially
  • Be a source of information, education and support through significant life transitions
  • Provide meaningful engagement in quality of life research through participation, education and collaborative fundraising efforts.