Mae was formidable, remarkable, but Progressive Supranuclear Palsy took her away too soon
These are the words of Queeny Stafford, who cared for her mum in the years before and after Mae’s diagnosis with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP). Queeny generously shared her story with us in the hope that other families will not feel as alone as she did, traversing the long and difficult journey to diagnosis. When […]
Inaugural community-funded seed research grant recipients announced
The generosity of the Fight Parkinson’s community has enabled two researchers to receive grants of $30,000 to pursue promising new research towards early-stage ideas with potential for major breakthroughs. Two grants were awarded, one in clinical research and one in basic science. Fight Parkinson’s believes these projects are on the verge of major breakthroughs and […]
Thank you for helping people like Drew
But don’t just take our word for how important donations are, hear it from one of our community members. Drew has been an involved member of the Fight Parkinson’s community for many years. A Narungga man, he has been living with Parkinson’s for over a decade and kindly shared his story with the Fight Parkinson’s community […]
InMotion Winter 2025: Fight Parkinson’s community magazine
We’re excited to share the Winter 2025 edition of InMotion, our free Parkinson’s community magazine for people living with Parkinson’s, their families, carers, and health-care professionals. You can now download the full issue by clicking the link in the ‘related resources for you’ section below (on mobile) or to the right (on a desktop computer). […]
The National Parkinson’s Action Plan community consultation survey
This is a significant milestone in the journey to improve the lives of Australians living with Parkinson’s. Developed by the National Parkinson’s Alliance (NPA) with support from KPMG, the NPAP is a coordinated national effort to deliver positive change by addressing the complex and growing challenges faced by people living with Parkinson’s in Australia. Now, it’s your […]
Call for Fight Parkinson’s Recognition Award nominations
The strong supportive nature of the Fight Parkinson’s community has been built on the invaluable contributions of volunteers, who offer their time, insight and experience to inspire and support others. Our annual Recognition Awards recognise years of service and outstanding contributions to the community by individuals and groups. Awards are awarded in the following categories: […]
Fight Parkinson’s and University of Tasmania lead $3.7 million push to transform Parkinson’s care
ParkinsonNet, developed in the Netherlands and proven across Europe and the United States to improve health outcomes, reduce disability, lower hospitalisation rates and cut healthcare costs, will be piloted in Western Victoria (including Geelong and the Bellarine) and Tasmania. The pilot will be led by Professor Michele Callisaya from the University of Tasmania’s Menzies Institute […]
InMotion Autumn 2025: Fight Parkinson’s community magazine
We’re excited to share the Autumn 2025 edition of InMotion, our free Parkinson’s community magazine for people living with Parkinson’s, their families, carers, and health-care professionals. You can now download the full issue by clicking the link in the ‘related resources for you’ section below (on mobile) or to the right (on a desktop computer). […]
Fight Parkinson’s Launches 2025 Seed Grant Program to Fund Research Innovation
Seed Funding Grants are available for both clinical and basic science research, with each category offering a grant of $30,000. These grants underpin Fight Parkinson’s ongoing commitment to raise funds to support research focused on the prevention, improvement of life, and eventual cure for Parkinson’s Disease, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), Corticobasal Syndrome (CBS), and Multiple […]
2025 Community Seminars
The community seminars feature information on a range of topics designed to help people better understand Parkinson’s, its treatments and the value of social connection. As leaders within the Parkinson’s community in Australia, Fight Parkinson’s has developed an understanding of the needs and challenges of people living with Parkinson’s, and Atypical Parkinson’s (PSP, MSA & […]