Young@Park: Young Onset Parkinson’s Conference [Bookings are closed]
Bookings are Closed If you’re still interested, you can join the waitlist in case places become available. Being diagnosed with a chronic condition at a young age presents some unique challenges as they remain active and maintain responsibilities in their jobs, parenting, in their social lives, and in their community. This free conference is for people with […]
Recently Diagnosed Seminar
A diagnosis of Parkinson’s is life-changing, so it’s only normal to feel overwhelmed by what this means. For many people, questions often come up after leaving the doctor’s office. That is why the Fight Parkinson’s Recently Diagnosed Seminars have been such a valued education offering for more than 15 years. These sessions provide a safe […]
Ask the Expert: Deep Brain Stimulation with Dr Wesley Thevathasan
The session will explore who is suitable, when should DBS be considered, the surgery, and how long it takes for DBS to improve symptoms. The session will also provide some insights into how DBS is advancing and what the future may hold. About the Expert: Dr Wesley Thevathasan undertook his medical degree and neurological training […]
Positive Life: Cognition and Parkinson’s [POSTPONED]
Do you sometimes find it hard to find the right word? Need more time to put your thoughts into words? Do you find being in a busy, noisy environment can make it harder to think, concentrate and process information? This presentation will explore the possible changes to thinking that people with Parkinson’s may experience and […]
Recently Diagnosed Seminar
A diagnosis of Parkinson’s is life-changing, so it’s only normal to feel overwhelmed by what this means. For many people, questions often come up after leaving the doctor’s office. That is why the Fight Parkinson’s Recently Diagnosed Seminars have been such a valued education offering for more than 15 years. These sessions provide a safe […]
Ask the Expert: Insurances and Superannuation with Kim Shaw (Young Onset Parkinson’s focused)
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 […]
Benalla Community Seminar
Fight Parkinson’s Community Seminars are an opportunity for you to gain a deeper understanding of Parkinson’s, its treatments and the importance of social connection to manage the condition and lead a full and active life. Learn about the latest updates on Parkinson’s treatments and research from Neurologist Dr Dan Barber and engage with the Fight […]
Positive Life: Nutrition and swallowing when you have Parkinson’s
Do you sometimes find it takes you a little longer to finish a meal? Or you just don’t have much of an appetite? You are not alone. Good nutrition allows us to maintain a healthy weight and is important for our overall wellbeing. Swallowing is a highly coordinated activity where many muscles must work in […]
Positive Life: Navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
Join our NDIS conversation to learn: how the NDIS can support people living with Parkinson’s and Atypical Parkinson’s how to apply for the NDIS ways to optimise your chance of a successful application planning for the initial meeting navigating the system in the early days how to appeal rejection and service plan decisions This event […]
Recently Diagnosed Seminar [Young Onset Parkinson’s Focused]
A diagnosis of Parkinson’s is life-changing, so it’s only normal to feel overwhelmed by what this means. For many people, questions often come up after leaving the doctor’s office. That is why the Fight Parkinson’s Recently Diagnosed Seminars have been such a valued education offering for more than 15 years. These sessions provide a safe […]