Africa Parkinsons Disease Foundation

We are the first and only organization in Kenya - East Africa, working exclusively to support people living with Parkinson's disease, their families and care-givers.

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APDF's Founder Hellen and Hansa Cutting Cake

Guests Joyce Mungai and busineswoman Njoki Njuguna

Pigia Me's Julia von Alvensleben with Clemens Weitz

Charity Golf Tournament 2017

Friday 28th July 2017, APDF held a golf tournament at Sigona Golf Club, Kikuyu-Kenya and created awareness on the existence of Parkinsons Disease. This event positively impacted people living with Parkinsons, their families and caregivers.

WPC 2016 Leadership Forum-Portland,USA

A powerful session about unreached communities including speakers from India, Malaysia, Nigeria, Kenya and the USA. Last year when Hellen Mwithiga started a campaign to 'demystify' Parkinson's in Kenya the bureau of NGOs rejected her application to register the first African Parkinson's Disease Foundation. Their reason?

#Jump4ParkinsonsChallenge

This year, we are taking up a great challenge as we raise awareness on Parkinsons Disease. Join us and participate in the #jump4parkinsons challenge. Help us create awareness on Parkinson's disease in Africa.

Kenya marked World Parkinsons Day

Not wanting to be left behind, Kenya joined the world, in marking the World Parkinsons Day on 11th April 2015, for the first time ever. This event was held at Aboretum gardens in Nairobi.

APDF's Founder Hellen and Hansa Cutting Cake

Africa Parkinsons Disease Foundation Founder and CEO Hellen Wambui cuts cake with support group member and care giver Ms. Hansa Partel in marking World Parkinsons Day, April 11th.

Guests Joyce Mungai and busineswoman Njoki Njuguna

In attendance was Ms. Joyce Mungai and Ms. Njoki Njuguna who joined us in marking World Parkinsons Day at Aboretum gardens, Nairobi.

Pigia Me's Julia von Alvensleben with Clemens Weitz

Pigia Me's Julia von Alvensleben together with Clemens Weitz joined us at Aboretum gardens to mark World Parkinsons Day. The support was overwhelming!

How it all started. Talking about APDF

Africa Parkinson's Disease Foundation Founder Hellen through Daily Nation newspaper - a renown Kenyan newspaper, speaks to the world about her organization and how she set it up in memory of her loving Father

About Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson’s occurs when certain nerve cells (neurons) in a part of the brain called the substantia nigra die or become impaired. Normally, these cells produce a vital chemical known as dopamine.

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We strive to give you all the possible information regarding Parkinson's disease in Africa. We also campaign to change attitudes and demand better services. Our work is totally dependent on donations. Help us to find a cure and improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s.

Are you at risk?

Risk factors for Parkinson's disease are hard to identify, because the cause of the disease is unknown. Advancing age is the only known risk factor for typical Parkinson's disease (not including early-onset Parkinson's). Most instances of Parkinson's disease occur after age 50, although the illness does occur in people between the ages of 30 and 50, or in rare cases at a younger age.

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How we marked World Parkinsons Day in Kenya

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Charity Golf Tournament 2017

WPC 2016 Leadership Forum-Portland,USA

#Jump4ParkinsonsChallenge

Kenya marked World Parkinsons Day

APDF's Founder Hellen and Hansa Cutting Cake

Guests Joyce Mungai and busineswoman Njoki Njuguna

Pigia Me's Julia von Alvensleben with Clemens Weitz

How it all started. Talking about APDF

About Parkinson's Disease

Information you can trust

Are you at risk?

Potential Drug Compound That Attacks Parkinson's Disease On Two Fronts Designed. Read More..

Medication Alone Insufficient in Treating Depression in Parkinson's Disease. Read More..

Show your support for APDF and your commitment to beating Parkinson’s with our custom merchandise! Read More..

Africa Parkinson's Disease Foundation Founder Hellen, speaks about her organization, in memory of her Father. Read More..

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