☼ Georgetown, Texas
Our Mission
Our mission is to unite individuals, families, care partners and professionals in the fight against Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders.
GAPS envisions a vibrant community that inspires hope, provides support and resources, and empowers those affected by Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders.
Our Impact
Our impact is creating a world where no one face’s Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders alone.
Our Vision
Our People
Mary Jane Berry
Founder
Mary Jane brought the GAPS community to life, building and inspiring a vibrant community where people living with Parkinson’s and their families can find support, connection, and hope.
James Lavender
Executive Director
James helps turn our mission into action, leading the GAPS community with compassion while fostering connection, support, and hope for every family we serve.
Kerri Brinkoeter
Board Chair
Kerri provides thoughtful leadership and steady guidance, helping shape the future of GAPS while ensuring our mission continues to bring hope, connection, and support to every family we serve.
Barbara Allen
Speech Therapist
Dr. Julia Allen
Board Member
Doug Bender
Board Member
Akanksha Bist
Board Member
Sheila Carter
Board Member
Dustin Rauch
Board Member
Anne-Marie Combs
Chair Yoga
Larry Stratton
Treasurer
Shaby Fisher
Board Member
Brandy Weaver
Secretary
Jessica Jorgesen
Board Member
The GAPS Trailblazers are a dedicated team of ambassadors who help advance the mission of Georgetown Area Parkinson's Support by inspiring hope, raising awareness, strengthening community, and encouraging generosity. As trusted advocates, Trailblazers share the GAPS story through their personal connections, invite others into the mission, promote events and programs, and help ensure that no one facing Parkinson's walks the journey alone. Together, they extend the reach of GAPS far beyond what staff and board members could accomplish on their own.
Being a Trailblazer is both an opportunity to serve and to grow. Members become part of a passionate leadership community that receives regular updates on GAPS, connects with staff and board members through quarterly gatherings, and helps shape the organization's future. By sharing their time, talents, relationships, and generosity, Trailblazers play a vital role in expanding awareness, building lasting support, and ensuring that more individuals and families affected by Parkinson's experience hope, belonging, and encouragement.
