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No matter your stage or relationship to Parkinson’s, we are in this together.
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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Useful Links

Fight Parkinson’s supports all Victorians diagnosed and living with Parkinson's. The following websites also provide useful information.

Outside Victoria


Parkinson’s ACT	www.parkinsonsact.org.au
Parkinson’s NSW	www.parkinsonsnsw.org.au
Parkinson’s Queensland	www.parkinsons-qld.org.au
Parkinson’s South Australia	www.parkinsonssa.org.au
Parkinson’s Tasmania	www.parkinsons.org.au/TAS
Parkinson’s Western Australia	www.parkinsonswa.org.au

International

Organisation	URL
Parkinson’s UK	www.parkinsons.org.uk
European Parkinson’s Disease Association	www.epda.eu.com
Michael J. Fox Foundation	www.michaeljfox.org
National Parkinson Foundation (USA)	www.parkinson.org/
Movement Disorder Society	www.movementdisorders.org/MDS.htm

Medications

Organisation	URL
National Prescribing Service	www.nps.org.au/

Managing symptoms and changes

Organisation	URL
Continence Foundation of Australia	www.continence.org.au/
Beyond Blue	www.beyondblue.org.au/
State-Wide Equipment Program	http://swep.bhs.org.au
Independent Living Centre	http://ilcaustralia.org.au/
Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation	www.responsiblegambling.vic.gov.au/
Vic Roads	www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/
Relationships Australia	www.relationships.org.au/

Services and supports

Organisation	URL
Department of Human Services (Australia) -includes Centrelink and Medicare	www.humanservices.gov.au/
Department of Health (Australia)	www.health.gov.au/
Department of Human Services (Victoria)	www.dhs.vic.gov.au/
Department of Health (Victoria)	www.health.vic.gov.au/
National Disability Insurance Scheme	www.ndis.gov.au/

Carer support

Organisation	URL
Carers Victoria	www.carersvictoria.org.au/
BrainLink	www.brainlink.org.au/

Related conditions

Organisation	URL
PSP Australia	www.psp-australia.org.au/
Alzheimer’s Australia	https://fightdementia.org.au/

Note: Fight Parkinson’s does not endorse the content of the listed websites

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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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“Having Parkinson’s is our new ‘normal’. While my symptoms have changed over time, we make adjustments and keep moving on with life.”

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