International Women’s Day
The incidence of Parkinson’s is lower in women than men, however there are many women living with Parkinson’s and their experience is often very different to that of men. Some studies have indicated women experience tremor and painful early morning muscle contractions than men. Others have found women are more likely to have depression and […]
Elaine Maberly receives inaugural Harold Waldron Carer’s Award
It’s nine years since Elaine’s husband and partner of more than 50 years, Jonathan, passed away. However, just like the award’s namesake, who continued to lead the Geelong Peer Support Group for many years after his wife passed away, Elaine has remained leader of the Parkinson’s support group in Ballarat. “I’m still involved because they […]
Sir Zelman Cowen Award presented to Judy Phelan
Judy is a Fight Parkinson’s Life Member. With the support of her family, friends and Rotary, business and local contacts, she has raised more than $100,000 directly or indirectly over the past 10 years. She has been a consistent top 5 fundraiser for A Walk in the Park and has only missed one event, due […]