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Support Group Round-up February 2025
Support Group Roundup By Stacey Foster, Support Group Coordinator Happy New Year everyone! This year is already gearing up to be a big one. There are several Support Group visits […]
Read MoreParticipate in the Natural History of Parkinson’s Disease Study
Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) is conducting a Natural History of Parkinson’s Disease study. There is an opportunity for 100 people living with Parkinson’s and 50 individuals without Parkinson’s (who would […]
Read MoreDo you need an MLAK key?
The MLAK (Master Locksmiths Access Key) is a universal lock and key system that allows people with a disability access to public facilities 24 hours a day, seven days a […]
Read MoreIn the Spotlight: Northern Rivers Support Group
The area served by the Northern Rivers Parkinson’s Support Group extends from Ocean Shores to Wollongbar. The Group meets in the township of Alstonville. The Group Leader for the past […]
Read MoreExercise: One Size Can’t Fit All
There is a large amount of research happening around the benefits of exercise for people with Parkinson’s. Most people want an easy answer. Unfortunately, there isn’t one. Below is a […]
Read MoreNurses in Action – Stephen & Suzanne Gee Praise Nurse Jody Lloyd, Port Macquarie
A few years ago, Stephen Gee noticed that he was having more trouble with the physical aspects of his work as a refrigeration mechanic in Sydney. “I had to […]
Read MoreLifestyle Factors Affecting Your Cognitive Abilities
'Cognitive' is a term used in psychology to describe anything related to thinking, learning, and understanding. So when we talk about cognitive skills or processes, it refers to different aspects […]
Read MoreHelping Someone Through a Panic Attack
There are many ways to help someone experiencing a panic attack, but the most important things are to remain calm and help in the ways that they ask for. A […]
Read MoreNew Technology Helps Paint the ‘Big Picture’
Pushparatnam received a Parkinson’s diagnosis in 2013 at age 38. With a background in mobile technology, he wanted to develop an app that would help other patients manage their symptoms […]
Read MoreOnline Meetings for Support Groups
Please refer to this page frequently for new topics and session dates with links to join. Important information about the online sessions: Please log in to the meeting 5-10 minutes […]
Read MoreLoneliness Could Raise Risk for Parkinson’s, Study Finds
Loneliness can leave many feeling desolate, but new research now suggests it may also leave people vulnerable to Parkinson’s disease. Among more than 490,000 people listed in the UK Biobank […]
Read MoreLegumes may lower risk of Parkinson’s symptoms with sleep disorder
A diet rich in legumes – a food group including beans, soybeans, and lentils – was associated with a lower probability of Parkinson’s symptoms starting to appear in adults under […]
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