National Parkinson's Plan: Your Voice Mattersl

Joanie Rollins • August 15, 2026

Let your voice be heard in Washington.

I wanted to share an important opportunity with all of you.

As you may know, months ago I traveled to Washington, D.C. to share my story and advocate for the National Parkinson’s Project. One of the goals was to push for the formation of the National Parkinson’s Plan Advisory Committee and ensure that the funding allocated by Congress would be put to use.

I’m excited to share that the committee has now officially been formed.

The committee is seeking input from people living with Parkinson’s, care partners, family members, and others impacted by the disease. They want to know what issues should be prioritized and where resources and funding should be focused.

This is our chance to help shape the future of Parkinson’s policy, research, care, and support services in the United States.

Please take a few minutes to complete the survey below and make sure your voice is heard.   https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=eHW3FHOX1UKFByUcotwrBooUlIeZj4JEpmknMFXbnuFUNUxJV0pLSU0yNEJOU042UDRRUTk2Q1ZDVi4u&route=shorturl


Thank you for helping ensure that the Parkinson’s community is represented.


Joanie Rollins




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