Terry, Helen and Anne
Supported by wife, Helen, daughter Anne and other family members, Terry is an active member of the Glenferrie Rotary Club, attends Camberwell Peer Support Group meetings and participates in A Walk in the Park. He also enjoys going to the footy, gardening and travelling. “Having Parkinson’s is our new ‘normal’. While my symptoms have […]
Paula, Gary and Owen
Along with her partner, Gary, they are proud and busy parents of 3 year old Owen. Paula’s positive attitude, her enjoyment of running and living each day to the fullest has seen her complete half marathons, the Great Train Race against Puffing Billy and walk the Camino de Santiago pilgrim trail in Spain. “Parkinson’s has […]
John and Julie
They have also raised significant funds for Fight Parkinson’s through the Tulip Ball, been involved in medical trials as well as running a business, travelling, playing competitive sport, being grandparents and sharing lots of laughs. “You don’t know what life is going to throw at you, so make sure you have fun every day.”
Jill, Natalie and Alice
Jill has taken up art as a therapeutic activity and been part of two art shows, acted as a Parkinson’s Ambassador, while also continuing her long-standing career teaching calisthenics. “I have Parkinson’s, but it doesn’t have me.”
Fred and Christine
While the diagnosis changed their retirement travel plans, Fred actively sought out his local Parkinson’s Peer Support Group. He soon became President of the Essendon Support Group and has grown its membership from 6 to 40 members. “Parkinson’s is a mate you always have and it lets you know it’s there, but I don’t allow […]