About
bridging the gap between medical care and wellness.
Who We Are
When Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon was founded in 1980, the principles of peer support and the power of information were key to the mission, placing the client and client needs at the center of all interactions. Over the years, this community we serve has benefited immensely by the labors of dedicated volunteers and the partnerships of clinicians, researchers and service providers along the way.
PRO serves the residents of both Oregon and southern Washington from our offices in Beaverton, Eugene and Bend. What started as a single support group in 1980 has grown and flourished as visionary volunteers and instrumental philanthropists helped set direction and strategy to provide for the needs of thousands of individuals living with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease.
We are governed by a volunteer board of directors and more than two hundred additional volunteers are active with our support groups, program planning, committee work, and office support.
Volunteer Board of Directors
Justin N. Smith, Chair
Laurie Ayers Pino, Secretary
David de Fiebre, Treasurer
Kristin Whitney, 1st Vice Chair
Scott Philips, 2nd Vice Chair
Kelly Sweeney, Immediate Past Chair
Elise Anderson, MD
Todd Bauman
Melody Boyce
Larry Bradley
Linda Bryans
Jerry Hulsman
Barney Hyde
Chad Naganumo
Joseph Quinn, MD
Ann Usher
Mission
To empower individuals to meet the challenges of living with Parkinson’s Disease through information, education, personal support and advocacy for a cure.
Vision
Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon is a leader in delivering relevant, accessible, quality programs and services to enhance the lives of individuals managing the consequences of Parkinson’s Disease.
Values
We believe that a positive and caring attitude and respect for the individual is essential in every thing we do; we strive for excellence in the programs we deliver; and we will actively collaborate with other organizations that make a positive difference in the lives of people affected by Parkinson’s disease.
Financial Overview
Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon values every contribution, large or small. We keep a sharp eye on expenses, and work to stretch every dollar to maximize the benefit back to the community. We understand that your every dollar counts and you have choices where you invest your philanthropic resources. Under the leadership of our board of directors, PRO undergoes an independent annual review of our finances. Copies of our most recent IRS 990 filing and reviewed financial statements are available by clicking the links below. Should you have questions or require more information please contact Melissa Greer, Executive Director.
Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon is a 501(c)3 organization. Our Tax ID # is 93-0905013. Your contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
In the Community
See What's Happening
Parkinson’s Resources’ Program Lead, Libby Kennard, recently participated in a round-table discussion convened by the City Club of Eugene. View the conversation with Libby and others from the Mid-Valley community as they share insights and perspectives on Parkinson’s disease. Fighting Parkinson’s: A Community Effort
In the Community
See what's happening
Parkinson’s Resources’ Program Lead, Libby Kennard, recently participated in a round-table discussion convened by the City Club of Eugene. View the conversation with Libby and others from the Mid-Valley community as they share insights and perspectives on Parkinson’s disease. Fighting Parkinson’s: A community perspective.