Social Work Services at the Fresco Institute

Providing multifaceted support for patients and families is part of what we do every day at the Marlene and Paolo Fresco Institute for Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders at NYU Langone. Our social worker helps to make that happen.

As part of our patient-centered care model, the Fresco Institute offers integrated, Parkinson’s disease–specific social work support for our patients and their families, with an on-site social worker who is part of the care team.

Our social worker has the experience and knowledge to help you, your loved ones, and your care partners adapt to the emotional, physical, and practical concerns of living with Parkinson’s disease. Our social worker can meet with you to develop support plans that fit your needs and be an ear for you to process how to cope with this condition. She can also provide disease-specific education and lead support groups for individuals managing Parkinson’s disease.

Our social worker also assists in the development of innovative educational and wellness programs for patients and families, either virtually or in the community.

Patients who receive care at the Fresco Institute can access our social work services.

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

The Fresco Institute offers two support groups for patients living with Parkinson’s disease: one for women actively receiving care at our clinic and one for men.

Our social worker facilitates these monthly groups at no charge on the third Wednesday of every month. Before joining, an introductory call with the social worker is required to ensure the group is a good fit for your needs.

Social work support services are made possible through the generous support of the Parkinson’s Foundation and the Paolo and Marlene Fresco Foundation.

Parkinson’s Disease Group Seminars

Various educational seminars and exercise programs are available to people living with Parkinson’s and their care partners. These events are open to the community, and you do not have to be a patient at our clinic to take advantage of these special programs.

Past events have included classes on Parkinson’s disease research, fall prevention, non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, and seated exercise.

Contact Us

To learn more about our social work services, including our support groups, educational programs, and seminars, please contact our social worker at 212-263-4838.