An estimated 219,000 Australians in our community live with Parkinson’s or Atypical Parkinson’s. We provide a centralised hub that brings together medical professionals, researchers, carers, supporters, government, and donors in the effort to Fight Parkinson’s for those who need us most.
While living with Parkinson’s can be challenging, there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life and live well with Parkinsons disease.
We help fund, support, advocate and publicise research that will further our mission to deliver services for those in our community with Parkinsons, and who are supporting someone living with Parkinsons.
As leaders within the Parkinson’s community in Australia, we have a deep understanding of the needs and challenges of people living with Parkinson’s, or Atypical Parkinson’s (PSP, MSA, CBS), and their families, and carers.
There are many ways you can support Fight Parkinson’s. We have many activities you can take part in, plus opportunities to volunteer. Choose a fun and rewarding activity that will help make a difference to people living with Parkinson’s.
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.
People with Parkinson’s have specific needs when admitted to hospital. This guide provides practical information for hospital staff to help ensure safe, person-centred care during a patient’s stay.
It covers key aspects of Parkinson’s care in a hospital setting, including medication timing, mobility, communication, and nutrition.
This nutrition fact sheet highlights how common Parkinson’s symptoms such as fatigue, constipation, reduced appetite,
Following its review, the APVMA has determined that paraquat products will remain registered for use
About the live music fundraising event Held on Friday 13 February 2026, the fundraiser marked
Please note: Fight Parkinson’s uses the phrase Parkinson’s rather than Parkinson’s Disease to reflect the community’s preference. Parkinson’s Disease is used only when necessary such as in medical, research or government contents, or in direct quotes.
