As leaders in the Parkinson’s Australia community, we have a deep understanding of the needs and challenges of people with Parkinson’s, or Atypical Parkinson’s (PSP, MSA and CBS) and their families, and carers.
We employ a highly skilled team of healthcare professionals to provide information and support services to the Parkinson’s community in Victoria as well as education programs nationally. Through community engagement, evidence, and best practice, we are enabling our community and driving their capacity for empowerment to self-manage and make informed choices.
The Fight Parkinson’s Health Team offers ongoing opportunities for healthcare professionals specialising in Parkinson’s or with Parkinson’s patients. We know that the experience, knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals with this specific expertise has a direct impact on the outcomes of people living with Parkinson’s. We aim to ensure healthcare professionals feel well equipped and supported to manage the clinical challenges of Parkinson’s.
Healthcare professionals information line
Managing the various symptoms, functional implications, daily needs, and medical treatments of people with Parkinson’s can be a complex task. Healthcare professionals of any discipline are welcome and encouraged to phone the Fight Parkinson’s Information Line to seek advice and support about best practice management of Parkinson’s and Atypical Parkinson’s (PSP, MSA, CBS).
Our health team can help you develop a treatment or management plan for a person with Parkinson’s. They can also advise on community support and professional services to assist people living with Parkinson’s. A free translation service is also available.
Fight Parkinson’s Information Line is free and confidential and available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm (except public holidays). Call 1800 931 031. You can also email the team info@fightparkinsons.org.au.
The Fight Parkinson’s Information Line is supported by the State Government of Victoria. We rely heavily on fundraising and generous donations from our community to continue and grow our delivery of education, advice and peer support services across the state and fund vital research.
Professional development seminars
Fight Parkinson’s offers a range of education sessions to meet the learning needs and goals of healthcare professionals throughout the state. Our professional education sessions are an ideal forum for individuals with various levels of understanding and experience in the area of Parkinson’s to enhance their current knowledge base.
Learning hub
The Fight Parkinson’s Health Professionals Learning Hub provides training that enhances the skills and capabilities of a wide range of healthcare professionals dedicated to supporting people living with Parkinson’s.
Resources for healthcare professionals
Fight Parkinson’s has developed a range of factsheets for healthcare professionals that relate to the nature of Parkinson’s, as well as symptom management. These are useful resources that healthcare professionals can use to educate themselves and their clients.