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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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Ask the Expert: Insurances and Superannuation with Kim Shaw (Young Onset Parkinson’s focused)

Online Session via Teams (map)

Wed 26th Jun 2024, 5:30pm to 6:30pm (1 hour)

A diagnosis of Parkinson’s is life changing and many people may still be working or nearing retirement when this occurs. This Ask the Expert session will help you understand entitlements, insurances and benefits which may be available in your superannuation policy.

This session features Kim Shaw, an accredited personal injury specialist and Division Head of Maurice Blackburn's national Personal Legal Services Division managing the firm’s Super and Insurance and Wills and Estates teams based in Maurice Blackburn’s Melbourne office. Kim is also a Board director of the firm. She has practiced for over 30 years in Personal Injury law, super and insurance law and more recently an oversight role in relation to Wills and Estates law. She is passionate about ensuring that everyone who needs it should have access to justice.

This event will be held on the Microsoft Teams platform. How you register and join the event might look a little different to what you're used to – but it should be quicker and easier!

You can register by selecting the Register button
We'll send you a Join Link – there's no need to download anything
When you join the event, your camera and microphone will be turned off but you will be able to turn them on
You can contact us on (03) 8809 0400 or email events@fightparkinsons.org.au

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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.

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“Parkinson’s is a mate you always have and it lets you know it’s there, but I don’t allow it to take over.”

Fred, on the journey since 2003

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