Houston Area Parkinson Society (HAPS) is a non-profit organization that serves, educates and advocates for those affected by Parkinson’s disease in the Kingwood and surrounding areas. Founded in 1974, HAPS is the oldest independent, local Parkinson’s disease social service organizations in the United States providing comprehensive specialized support to those with Parkinson’s and their families in our community.

HAPS offers numerous programs and services to the Parkinson’s community. Forty weekly in-person and virtual exercise classes including boxing, yoga, full-body aerobics, dance, Tai Chi, water exercise, strength and endurance, ping pong, speech, and PWR!Moves are led either by physical, occupational, or speech therapists, or those who are licensed or certified in their field. In addition to physical exercise, HAPS creates a sense of community and a place to socialize. Enrichment activities such as Women and PD, Game Night, book club, and holiday events offer a lighthearted and fun environment for people to connect with others.

Monthly professionally facilitated support groups bring people together with a goal of making emotional and mental well-being a priority. These groups allow participants to share experiences and engage in discussions that are proactive and productive. 

HAPS also provides transportation services to and from physician visits and HAPS events. Social services are available and include access to social workers for individual and family consultations, case management, and home visits, respite care and financial assistance. Throughout the year, HAPS offers educational programs covering a multitude of disease specific topics and a monthly newsletter to keep the community informed on Parkinson’s related news and events.

All services and programs are free of charge to those with Parkinson’s and their care partners or caregivers.