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Parkinson’s and You
Information about Parkinson’s and how it affects your life.
- What is Parkinson’s?
  Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition that affects people from all walks of life. It is quite common, many people are affected and if you have recently been diagnosed you are not alone, Fight Parkinson’s is here to support you.
- Symptoms
  Although classified as a movement disorder, it can affect people in different ways. Sometimes the emotional changes can be more troublesome than the motor changes, and can have a bigger impact on the day-to-day life of someone living with Parkinson’s.
- Treatments & Professional Support
  It is important for people living with Parkinson’s to be proactive in the management of their condition. However, they do not have to face this challenge alone.
- Living with Parkinson’s
  One of the key things to remember is that most people with Parkinson’s disease continue to live long and rewarding lives.
- Health Professionals
Support for You
Help and support resources for you.
Information for You
Fight Parkinson’s provides a range of resources and publications that can assist people living with Parkinson’s, their families and carers to feel more informed about the condition.
How to Get Involved
There are many ways you can support Fight Parkinson’s. We have many activities you can take part in, plus opportunities to volunteer.
Research
Fight Parkinson’s is committed to funding vital research to further understand Parkinson’s, to find better treatment options and ultimately a cure.
About Us
Parkinson’s is a very individual condition, with each person experiencing a different combination of symptoms.
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Join our online Positive Life conversations

Jan. 01, 2024

Make 2024 the year to learn more about how to live positively with your Parkinson’s.

Knowing more about practical strategies, the latest treatments and therapies, and where to find the support you need, will contribute to living positively and confidently with Parkinson’s.

The Fight Parkinson’s online education program is designed to arm you with practical information and tips from our health team and community members.

A wide range of topics have been covered since this popular online conversation series started April 2020, from telehealth, medication management and emotional well-being to sex, sleep and staying active.

There will be some exciting changes in 2023, so stay tuned for more interesting topics and opportunities to meet more community members.

These one-hour online sessions are held on selected Wednesdays at midday via Teams. You will join Fight Parkinson’s health professionals and members of the community for a topic presentation, with plenty of time for questions and answers.

Anyone with Parkinson's, interested family members and support people are welcome to join.

Coming up soon:

Cognition and Parkinson’s [POSTPONED]

Don’t miss your opportunity to hear from Fight Parkinson’s Speech Pathologist, Janet Benalcazar, who will provide an overview of common cognitive challenges experienced in Parkinson’s and ways these cognitive changes can be managed.

TBA on Teams

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Wellness and living with Parkinson’s

This presentation will explain the terms 'wellness' and 'holistic health' and discuss the benefits these approaches can offer. We will look beyond the traditional medical model and focus on ways of incorporating a wellness approach into everyday life for those living with or caring for someone with Parkinson's. With a holistic focus, we will suggest some possible activities and lifestyle choices that can be proactively pursued according to each individual's unique physical, mental, emotional, social and environmental needs.

Thu 15 Aug, 10am on Teams

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Get support and information

Being diagnosed with Parkinson's is a personal experience but no one has to face Parkinson's alone. Support and information can make a significant and positive difference to the lives of those living with Parkinson's, their families and carers.

If you need to talk to someone, call our free confidential information line on:

1800 644 189

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Upcoming events

17 Jul

Positive Life: Cognition and Parkinson’s [POSTPONED]
Online Session via Teams

18 Jul

Wimmera Community Seminar
Horsham CWA Hall, 37 McPherson Street, Horsham VIC, 3400

24 Jul

Ask the Expert: Deep Brain Stimulation with Dr Wesley Thevathasan
Online Session via Teams

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Help support people with Parkinson’s

With your help, we can provide information, education, advice and peer support to people living with Parkinson's, their families, and health care professionals.