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No matter your stage or relationship to Parkinson’s, we are in this together.
Parkinson’s and You
Information about Parkinson’s and how it affects your life.
- What is Parkinson’s?
  Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition that affects people from all walks of life. It is quite common, many people are affected and if you have recently been diagnosed you are not alone, Fight Parkinson’s is here to support you.
- Symptoms
  Although classified as a movement disorder, it can affect people in different ways. Sometimes the emotional changes can be more troublesome than the motor changes, and can have a bigger impact on the day-to-day life of someone living with Parkinson’s.
- Treatments & Professional Support
  It is important for people living with Parkinson’s to be proactive in the management of their condition. However, they do not have to face this challenge alone.
- Living with Parkinson’s
  One of the key things to remember is that most people with Parkinson’s disease continue to live long and rewarding lives.
- Health Professionals
Support for You
Help and support resources for you.
Information for You
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.
How to Get Involved
There are many ways you can support Fight Parkinson’s. We have many activities you can take part in, plus opportunities to volunteer.
Research
Fight Parkinson’s is committed to funding vital research to further understand Parkinson’s, to find better treatment options and ultimately a cure.
About Us
Parkinson’s is a very individual condition, with each person experiencing a different combination of symptoms.
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Upcoming Events and Bookings

22 Aug

Online Community Learning
Online via The Learning Hub
Offering a free online education program means anyone can access the information they need, regardless of their personal circumstances.

01 Dec

Community Seminar: Wimmera & Western District
West Side Horsham, 1C Bennett Road, Horsham 3400
Are you keen to learn more about Parkinson’s, while meeting others living with the condition? Join us at an informative community seminar on Thursday 1 December 2022 at West Side Horsham.

02 Dec

Online Singing
Online Session via Zoom
Join our online singing community and get ready to belt out some tunes in the comfort and security of your own home.

07 Dec

Positive Life: Caring for the carer
Online Session via Zoom
Caring for someone who has a Parkinson’s diagnosis with complex symptoms can be challenging.

08 Dec

Recently Diagnosed Seminar
Online Session via Zoom
This Recently Diagnosed Seminar is two 1 1/2 hour sessions via Zoom on Thursday 8 and Friday 9 December from 4pm to 5.30pm.

09 Dec

Online Singing
Online Session via Zoom
Join our online singing community and get ready to belt out some tunes in the comfort and security of your own home.

16 Dec

Online Singing: Carols by Zoom Light
Online Session via Zoom
We will be running a special session, Carols by Zoom Light, on the 16th of December. We will get together online and sing some of the all-time favourite Christmas Carols. Join us to celebrate in the comfort of your own home!

Past Events

22 Aug, 2022 Online Community Learning

25 Nov, 2022 Gippsland Community Seminar – Bairnsdale

24 Nov, 2022 Gippsland Community Seminar – Traralgon

18 Nov, 2022 Online Singing

16 Nov, 2022 Positive Life: Driving and Parkinson’s

11 Nov, 2022 Online Singing

04 Nov, 2022 Online Singing

28 Oct, 2022 Online Singing

27 Oct, 2022 Recently Diagnosed Seminar

14 Oct, 2022 Online Singing

13 Oct, 2022 Ask the Expert: Getting the right equipment for individuals living with Atypical Parkinson’s

12 Oct, 2022 Community Seminar: North East Victoria

05 Oct, 2022 Positive Life: Communication and Cognition

30 Sep, 2022 Online Singing

21 Sep, 2022 Community Seminar: Mornington Peninsula

16 Sep, 2022 Online Singing

07 Sep, 2022 Ask the Expert: Hand and Upper Limb Management

02 Sep, 2022 Online Singing

01 Sep, 2022 Recently Diagnosed Seminar

01 Sep, 2022 South West Victoria Community Seminar

31 Aug, 2022 Positive Life: Eating & Swallowing

26 Aug, 2022 Online Singing

25 Aug, 2022 Ask the Expert: Supporting Carers (Atypical Parkinson’s)

19 Aug, 2022 Online Singing

17 Aug, 2022 Advance Care Planning Webinar

12 Aug, 2022 Online Singing

10 Aug, 2022 Ask the Expert: Forward Planning

05 Aug, 2022 Online Singing

03 Aug, 2022 Securing your financial future

29 Jul, 2022 Online Singing

28 Jul, 2022 Recently Diagnosed Seminar [Young Onset Parkinson’s Focused]

22 Jul, 2022 Online Singing

20 Jul, 2022 Positive Life: What is wearing off?

13 Jul, 2022 Barwon Region Community Seminar

11 Jul, 2022 Engaging legal services webinar

08 Jul, 2022 Online Singing

01 Jul, 2022 Online Singing

29 Jun, 2022 Ask the Expert (Research Focus): Deep Brain Stimulation - Australian advances and research

24 Jun, 2022 Online Singing

15 Jun, 2022 Positive Life: A conversation about NDIS

10 Jun, 2022 Online Singing

09 Jun, 2022 Ask the Expert: Communication, Saliva and Swallow in Atypical Parkinson’s

07 Jun, 2022 Ask the Expert: Walter and Eliza Hall Institute Update

02 Jun, 2022 Recently Diagnosed Seminar

27 May, 2022 Online Singing

24 May, 2022 Ask the Expert: Infused Therapies

18 May, 2022 Positive Life: Advanced and continuous treatment options

13 May, 2022 Online Singing

12 May, 2022 How to Host an Online Peer Support Group Meeting - POSTPONED

10 May, 2022 How to attend a Peer Support Group Meeting online - POSTPONED

04 May, 2022 Community Seminar: Eastern Suburbs (Ringwood)

01 May, 2022 A Walk in the Park (Geelong)

29 Apr, 2022 Online Singing

28 Apr, 2022 Recently Diagnosed Seminar

28 Apr, 2022 Community Seminar: Inner Eastern Suburbs (Malvern East)

26 Apr, 2022 Ask the Expert: Sex and Intimacy

23 Apr, 2022 A Walk in the Park (Albury-Wodonga)

22 Apr, 2022 Online Singing

15 Apr, 2022 Online Singing

11 Apr, 2022 Mildura Community Seminar - A focus on carers

10 Apr, 2022 Mildura Slow Walk

08 Apr, 2022 Online Singing

07 Apr, 2022 Community Seminar

06 Apr, 2022 Positive Life: Communication and Cognition

01 Apr, 2022 Online Singing

25 Mar, 2022 Online Singing

23 Mar, 2022 Ask the Expert: Cannabis and Parkinson’s

18 Mar, 2022 Online Singing

16 Mar, 2022 Living Well: Sleep and Parkinson’s

11 Mar, 2022 Online Singing

08 Mar, 2022 Ask the Expert: Singing to Improve Speech Quality

04 Mar, 2022 Online Singing

03 Mar, 2022 Recently Diagnosed Seminar

02 Mar, 2022 Living Well: Staying Safe - Mobility and navigating the equipment maze

25 Feb, 2022 Online Singing

22 Feb, 2022 Ask the Expert: Exercise as Therapy

18 Feb, 2022 Online Singing

17 Feb, 2022 Ask the Expert: Treatments and Trials for MSA and PSP

16 Feb, 2022 Living Well: Starting the Year Out Right

11 Feb, 2022 Online Singing

04 Feb, 2022 Online Singing

17 Dec, 2021 Carols by Zoom-Light

16 Dec, 2021 Recently Diagnosed Seminar – December

10 Dec, 2021 Online Singing

08 Dec, 2021 Getting Your Health on Track for the Festive Season

07 Dec, 2021 Reflections on 2021: The Year In Research

03 Dec, 2021 Online Singing

26 Nov, 2021 Online Singing

19 Nov, 2021 Online singing

12 Nov, 2021 Online Singing

10 Nov, 2021 Top 10 Questions

05 Nov, 2021 Online Singing

04 Nov, 2021 Recently Diagnosed Seminar – November

29 Oct, 2021 Online Singing

22 Oct, 2021 Online Singing

21 Oct, 2021 How To Attend An Online Peer Support Group Meeting

19 Oct, 2021 How To Host A Peer Support Group Meeting

15 Oct, 2021 Online Singing

13 Oct, 2021 Sleep and Parkinson’s

12 Oct, 2021 YOPD - experiences of sex and relationships

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Being diagnosed with Parkinson's is a personal experience but no one has to face Parkinson's alone. Support and information can make a significant and positive difference to the lives of those living with Parkinson's, their families and carers.

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Upcoming events

22 Aug

Online Community Learning
Online via The Learning Hub

01 Dec

Community Seminar: Wimmera & Western District
West Side Horsham, 1C Bennett Road, Horsham 3400

02 Dec

Online Singing
Online Session via Zoom

See more events →

Sharing experiences

“Having Parkinson’s is our new ‘normal’. While my symptoms have changed over time, we make adjustments and keep moving on with life.”

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