Parkinson’s Ireland relies heavily on fundraising, not only for donations but to raise important awareness. However, how you choose to fundraise doesn’t have to be restricted to donations or charity events. There are many ways to get creative with fundraising,…
Whether you are a person with Parkinson’s or a care partner, it is important that you are claiming all entitlements that you are eligible for, and availing of all supports available to you. Long-Term Illness Scheme (LTIS) Upon diagnosis, the…
Job DescriptionJob Title: Parkinson’s Disease Nurse SpecialistReporting to: CEO (with clinical liaison as required)Location: Mayo (including travel across the County and surrounding areas).Contract type: 2-year fixed term contractWeekly Hours: 14 hours per week, typically worked over two days (Wednesdays andThursdays).…
Did you know only 27% of Irish adults have a Will? Parkinson's Ireland is a charity partner of FreeWill Ireland, which means you can create an online Will for free. Having an up to date Will ensures peace of mind for you…
PHD student and nurse Sophie Crooks published research focusing on the public's perception and understanding of Parkinson's Disease across Ireland, which was completed through a cross sectional survey. Research was conducted by researchers within the Queen's University of Belfast in partnership with Parkinson's…
Parkinson's Ireland would like to give a sincere thank you to Mary-Ita O'Connor, who raised €33,270 through her 5K fun run on April 13th 2025. This took place in the Demesne, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick to raise funds for our Cork and Limerick…
Two decades ago, husband and wife John & Mary Carey from Upperchurch, Thurles had a shared vision to make a difference in the lives of local families who had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in the area. They formed the…
Parkinson's Ireland was delighted to join the Neurological Alliance of Ireland (NAI) at the launch of their pre-budget submission on Tuesday, June 24th in Buswells Hotel, attended by elected members from across affected health regions, NAI members, and patient advocates.…
Our nurses have put together some tips for you to stay safe and healthy during the summer months. On occasion we receive a higher volume of calls around this time of year when temperatures start to increase and people notice…
Living with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) can bring about various challenges, including issues with your gastrointestinal (GI) system. These problems can significantly affect your comfort and daily life. This article aims to shed light on the most common GI issues associated…