Parkinson’s Ireland recently hosted an Education Conference featuring presentations from Niamh O’Hanlon, Dr. Deborah McIntyre, Catriona Kinnevey, Cathy O’Shea, Dr. Niamh Connolly and Professor Eilís Dowd. The conference was expertly chaired by Annmarie O'Connor, who helped guide a clear and…
Parkinson's Ireland is delighted to announce that we have secured a limited number of charity places for the Tokyo Marathon 2027. This is an incredible opportunity to take on one of Ireland’s most iconic sporting events while making a meaningful…
Please find our weekly Zoom class schedule below. If any classes are cancelled or changed, we will notify you via our website and newsletter. All sessions require advance registration via Zoom. Stay active, informed, and connected from the comfort of…
We are delighted to invite you to our online mindfulness sessions every Thursday at 7pm. These live Zoom sessions are facilitated by Helena Dilleen and are designed to offer a calm, supportive space to slow down, reconnect and practise mindfulness…
Stephanie Connor, Chair of the Offaly Branch of Parkinson’s Ireland, recently spoke on Midlands 103 alongside her husband, David, about living with Parkinson’s and the supports available across the Midlands. Listen below: She highlighted the work of the Offaly Branch…
On April 11th, Parkinson’s Awareness Day, communities across the country came together for A Walk in the Park for Parkinson’s, with events taking place in 21 locations nationwide. The day was a powerful show of solidarity, raising awareness and vital…
Across Ireland, buildings are lighting up red to mark Parkinson’s Awareness Day, creating a powerful symbol of solidarity and support. Why red? It represents love, strength, and support for everyone living with Parkinson’s, as well as their families and carers.…
Catriona Kinnevey, board member of Parkinson’s Ireland, recently appeared on Ireland AM to share her personal experience of living with Young Onset Parkinson’s disease. In a powerful and honest conversation, Catriona spoke about the challenges she has faced, as well…
For people living with Parkinson’s, timing is everything. This Parkinson’s Awareness Month, Parkinson’s Ireland is proud to launch our campaign, “Meds on Time, Every Time”, shining a light on one of the most important, yet often overlooked, aspects of managing Parkinson’s,…
Parkinson’s Physiotherapy Programme in Meath Parkinson’s Ireland Meath Branch is delighted to announce a new 6-week Physiotherapy Programme designed to support people living with Parkinson’s and their partners or carers. Led by Gráinne McKeown, a Specialist Chartered Physiotherapist, this programme…