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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

24 May

Ask the Expert: Infused Therapies
Online Session via Zoom
Join us for this session providing you with the latest research and insights into infused therapies.

27 May

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.

02 Jun

Recently Diagnosed Seminar
Online Session via Zoom
This Recently Diagnosed Seminar is two 1 1/2 hour sessions via Zoom on Thursday 2 and Friday 3 June from 4pm to 5.30pm.

07 Jun

Ask the Expert: Walter and Eliza Hall Institute Update
Online Session via Zoom
Learn more about the science behind Parkinson’s and the improvements being made in understanding the condition.

09 Jun

Ask the Expert: Communication, Saliva and Swallow in Atypical Parkinson’s
Online Session via Zoom
Communication challenges and problems with saliva secretion and safe swallow are three key challenges for people with PSP, MSA or CBS.

10 Jun

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.

15 Jun

Positive Life: A conversation about NDIS
Online Session via Zoom
Are you 64 years of age or under and living with Parkinson’s? Even if you feel your symptoms are not yet affecting quality of life, it is never too early to learn about how and when you can access government support.

24 Jun

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.

29 Jun

Ask the Expert: Forward Planning
Online Session via Zoom
It’s never too early to start planning to ensure your needs are met and carried out the way you want them to be.

07 Jul

Recently Diagnosed Seminar
Online Session via Zoom
This Recently Diagnosed Seminar is two 1 1/2 hour sessions via Zoom on Thursday 7 and Friday 8 July from 4pm to 5.30pm.

01 Sep

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

27 Oct

Recently Diagnosed Seminar
Online Session via Zoom
This Recently Diagnosed Seminar is two 1 1/2 hour sessions via Zoom on Thursday 27 and Friday 28 October from 4pm to 5.30pm.

24 Nov

Recently Diagnosed Seminar
Online Session via Zoom
This Recently Diagnosed Seminar is two 1 1/2 hour sessions via Zoom on Thursday 24 and Friday 25 November from 4pm to 5.30pm.

Past Events

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

08 Oct, 2021 Online Singing

01 Oct, 2021 Online Singing

01 Oct, 2021 27forParkinson’s

30 Sep, 2021 Recently Diagnosed Seminar – September

28 Sep, 2021 Mitochondrial dysfunction and Parkinson’s

17 Sep, 2021 Online Singing

15 Sep, 2021 Getting Active

13 Sep, 2021 Demystifying Palliative Care

10 Sep, 2021 Online Singing

08 Sep, 2021 Artificial Intelligence and Parkinson’s

03 Sep, 2021 Online Singing

31 Aug, 2021 Safeguarding your decisions: Advanced care directives

26 Aug, 2021 Recently Diagnosed Seminar – August

24 Aug, 2021 Ubitiquin Signalling

17 Aug, 2021 It’s never too hard: Advanced Parkinson’s

11 Aug, 2021 New drugs and diagnostics

11 Aug, 2021 Medication and myth busting

06 Aug, 2021 Online Singing - August

03 Aug, 2021 Understanding your rights at work

29 Jul, 2021 Recently Diagnosed Seminar – July

21 Jul, 2021 Driving and Parkinson’s

20 Jul, 2021 Safeguarding your decisions: wills and delegations

14 Jul, 2021 Sex and Intimacy

09 Jul, 2021 Online Singing - July

06 Jul, 2021 Securing your financial future

23 Jun, 2021 Infusion Therapies

22 Jun, 2021 WPC Virtual - bringing what you’ve learnt to life

16 Jun, 2021 Your Mind Matters - Hallucinations and Neuro-Psychiatric Fluctuations

09 Jun, 2021 Understanding My Aged Care

08 Jun, 2021 WPC Virtual - bringing what you’ve learnt to life

01 Jun, 2021 WPC Virtual - bringing what you’ve learnt to life

13 May, 2021 Getting ready for WPC Virtual

12 May, 2021 Getting ready for WPC Virtual

11 May, 2021 Getting ready for WPC Virtual

10 May, 2021 Getting ready for WPC Virtual

06 May, 2021 Recently Diagnosed Seminar – May

03 May, 2021 Your Mind Matters - Depression and Anxiety in Parkinson’s

28 Apr, 2021 Safe Hospitalisation

20 Apr, 2021 Your Mind Matters - Cognition and Parkinson’s

14 Apr, 2021 What is the NDIS and is it ‘right’ for me?

30 Mar, 2021 Scientific Advances in Treatments of Parkinson’s

25 Mar, 2021 Recently Diagnosed Seminar – March

24 Mar, 2021 Sleep and Parkinson’s

15 Mar, 2021 Latest Advances in Deep Brain Stimulation

10 Mar, 2021 Building your Multi-disciplinary team

03 Mar, 2021 Exercise As Treatment

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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

24 May

Ask the Expert: Infused Therapies
Online Session via Zoom

27 May

Online Singing
Online Session via Zoom

02 Jun

Recently Diagnosed Seminar
Online Session via Zoom

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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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