Support Groups
Our support groups include people with Parkinson's disease, their family members, friends, caregivers and anyone who has Parkinson's disease in their life. Attending one is a great way to discuss issues and concerns related to Parkinson's disease in a safe and supportive environment. Most people who attend feel less anxious and depressed and are better able to cope with their diseaase.
We encourage all family members and friends to attend – even if your loved one chooses not to.
Our Support Group locations and schedule (PDF format):
Augusta/Waterville
Meetings are held on alternate months at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 209 Eastern Avenue, Augusta and St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 60 Eustis Parkway, Waterville on the second Sunday of each month at 2:00 PM. Contact Cam Weaver (207) 293-2667.
Bangor
Meetings are held at the Acadia Hospital, 268 Stillwater Avenue, Bangor, on the third Sunday of each month at 2:00 PM. Contact Bonnie Bragg (207) 843-5908 or Michele McDonald (207) 262-5095.
Biddeford
Meetings are held at Southern Maine Medical Center, One Medical Center Drive, Biddeford, on the second Sunday of each month at 2:00 PM. Contact Sherwood & Nancy Treadwell (207) 985-2431.
Blue Hill Peninsula
Meetings are held at Parker Ridge Retirement Community, 63 Parker Ridge Lane, Blue Hill, on the third Wednesday of each month at 2:00 PM. Contact Anne Cushman (207) 348-6611 or Alvion Kimball (207) 469-1144.
Brunswick
Meetings are held at the Mid-coast Hospital-Healthline, 123 Medical Center Drive, Brunswick, on the fourth Sunday of each month at 1:30 PM. Contact Marla Davis (207) 373-6585.
Camden
Meetings are held at Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden, on the first Tuesday of each month at 12:00 PM. Contact Suzanne Miller (207) 230-6224.
Cape Elizabeth
Meetings are held at Village Crossings, 78 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth, on the third Monday evening of each month at 4:00 PM. Contact Fran Bagdasarian (207) 799-7832.
Greater Portland , NEW LOCATION
Meetings are held at the Parkinson's Information & Referral Center, 5 Bucknam Road, Falmouth, on the fourth Sunday of each month at 2:00 PM. Contact Louise Paulin (207) 892-5651 or Mary Sontz at (207) 807-6214.
Oxford Hills
Meetings are held at Western Maine Health at Stephen's Memorial Hospital, 181 Main Street, Norway, on the LAST Thursday of each month at 2:00 PM. Contact Social Worker at (207) 743-7086.
York
Meetings are held at York Hospital, 15 Hospital Drive, York, on the first Sunday of each month at 2:00 PM. Contact Gail Anderson (207) 363-6039.
Westbrook
Exercise Meetings are held at Coastal Family Fitness, (fromally Toal Health & Fitness) 200 Larrabee Road, Westbrook, EVERY friday evenings 5:00 - 6:00 PM. Contact Mary Sontz at (207) 807-6214.
Young Onset
Meetings are held at Curtis Memorial Library, 23 Pleasant Street, Brunswick, on the third Saturday of each month 9:00 AM. Contact Sue Withington (207) 729-0035.
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