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 the condition.
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.
Fight Parkinson’s Strategic Plan 2018–2022 outlines our commitment to improving the lives of people affected by Parkinson’s. It details our vision for a world without Parkinson’s and our mission to enable people living with the condition to lead active and full lives.
This plan serves as a roadmap for our efforts to provide comprehensive support, drive research, and advocate for the Parkinson’s community.
Sometimes the most important thing about a conference isn’t what you learn from the speakers,
This World Mindfulness Day 2026, Fight Parkinson’s explores the key areas of self-care and offers
Stigma around Parkinson’s often begins with misunderstanding. Stereotypes ignore the reality that people with Parkinson’s,
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.
