Hi Michael, I'm also a 'fairly' recent participant in the Parkinson Conference. I'm glad that you too have discovered it. It will provide you with a wealth of information and support from so many valuable sources, including PDers, caregivers and doctors from all over the world. I just wanted to welcome you and to suggest that you call the Parkinson Foundation here in Toronto. You can get a copy of their wonderful Parkinson handbook as well as most information that you've requested here. You can probably find out if there is a support group in Brantford for your father but I see in the phone book a 'Parkinson Toronto chapter'. They can perhaps direct you to your local group if the Foundation can't. Phone numbers are: Parkinson Foundation - (416) 366 0099 Toronto Chapter - (416) 222 4232 Good Luck, Helen Spence