PARKINSON’S CENTER OF ACADIANA!

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A center built just for Parkinson's — the first of its kind in Louisiana

The Parkinson's Center of Acadiana brings together specialized therapies, evidence-based programs, community resources, and their compassionate team to support people living with Parkinson's disease and their families across Acadiana.

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PCA SERVICES

  • Rock Steady Boxing Acadiana

    An exercise program tailored for Parkinson's — improves strength, balance, coordination, and confidence through coached boxing-style and functional training.

    Continued Care: Our team developed a partnership with University of Louisiana at Lafayette for our boxer graduates to continue with their continum of care!

  • LSVT BIG & LOUD

    Research-backed physical and speech therapy programs that focus on amplitude (BIG) and vocal loudness (LOUD) to improve movements and communication.

  • PWR! Moves

    Progressive, whole-body exercises that emphasize neuroplasticity and the retraining of everyday movements. Let’s get you moving!

  • Speak Out & Voice Therapy

    Individual and group-based speech therapy using Speak Out principles to strengthen voice and improve speech intelligibility and social connection.

Therapies & Clinical Roles

Bringing our client’s award winning care

We offer coordinated therapy services so each person receives the right mix of care:

  • Physical Therapy — manage pain and mobility limitations, deliver LSVT BIG, PWR! Moves, balance and gait training, fall-prevention strategies, and individualized home exercise plans.

  • Occupational Therapy — help with daily activities, adaptive strategies, and deliver LSVT BIG and PWR! programming focused on meaningful functional goals.

  • Speech Therapy — provide LSVT LOUD and Speak Out therapy to address voice, communication, swallowing safety (dysphagia) screening and management, and strategies for clear communication in social settings.

Our multidisciplinary team collaborates with neurologists, primary care, caregivers, and community partners to build an individualized care plan focused on function, quality of life, and participation.

PCA’s Community Resource Hub

Facing Parkinson's takes a village. Our Community Resource Hub connects clients and families with:

  • Local support groups and caregiver education

  • Transportation and mobility resources

  • Legal, financial, and advance-care planning referrals

  • Adaptive equipment suppliers and home-safety services

  • Volunteer and social engagement opportunities

  • Links to clinical trials, research partners, and specialty care

The Hub is curated to keep resources current and practical — our team helps families navigate options and access what they need.

Together….we’ve got this!

RISE Acadiana — Our Nonprofit

RISE Acadiana was founded to give back to the Parkinson's community across Acadiana. Through RISE we:

  • Provide program scholarships for Rock Steady Boxing, LSVT sessions, and community exercise classes

  • Support caregiver respite and education

  • Fund outreach and resource development in rural and underserved areas

  • Build partnerships with hospitals, clinics, and research programs to expand access

If you or your organization would like to partner, volunteer, or donate, please get in touch.

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