The Brevard Parkinson’s Alliance (BPA) serves all of Brevard County and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, funded by donations, sponsorships, and fundraisers.
One mission…serve those challenged with Parkinson’s Disease, their caregivers, and families.
Our non-profit is guided by the Brevard Parkinson’s Alliance Board of Advisors, composed of individuals with Parkinson’s, Parkinson’s caregivers, and associated professionals from the area.
We are extremely grateful for the support by several organizations and businesses, who have joined us in supporting the greater Brevard Parkinson’s Community. Please consider thanking and supporting them as they work with us for this cause.
Do you have a program or resource focus towards those with Parkinson’s and their families? Reach out to us, we are always looking to expand the pool of resources for our community.
Co-Chairperson
Secretary
Russ joined the Board in 2021. He’s the Co-Director and Coach of T’ville Uppercut Rock Steady Boxing in Titusville, Florida. A graduate of University of Central Florida, he served 26 years in the U.S. Air Force, retiring in 2003 as a Colonel.
Co-Chairperson
Barbara is a Social Worker and a Certified Care Manager and has worked with the Parkinson’s Community since 2016. She joined the Alliance in 2017 as a consultant and assisted with events and support for the families. Barbara facilitates a Parkinson Support Group monthly at One Senior Place and speaks in the community on Parkinson’s Disease. Barbara’s goal is to reach as many people with Parkinson’s and help them through the journey.
Treasurer
MS, BCBA, CDP, CMDCP, CADDCT
Deidra is the Director of Education and Outreach for the Brevard Alzheimer's Foundation. She has almost 10 years of clinical experience and a M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Organizational Behavior Management (OBM). Her background is in nonpharmacological interventions to challenging behaviors and caregiver/staff training. Deidra was a caregiver to her grandfather, Paul, who was treated for Parkinson’s Disease for several years before passing away from complications related to dementia.
Phone: (321)-751-6771
Email: brevardParkinsons22@gmail.com
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Brevard Parkinson’s Alliance is a 501(c)(3) organization. All donations fund group-sponsored initiatives throughout Brevard County, are 100% tax deductible, and greatly appreciated.