Parkinson's Ireland is delighted to support Walking Football as Medicine (WFAM), an enjoyable eight week programme designed to help adults living with chronic conditions or impairments stay active in a safe and supportive environment. Walking Football is a non contact…
Parkinson's Ireland is delighted to thank Eben, who is taking on an incredible three race challenge to raise funds in support of people living with Parkinson's across Ireland. Eben kicked off his fundraising journey on 4 July by completing the…
With our weekly Nurse Zoom sessions on pause for the summer, we have compiled a selection of webinar and podcast recommendations based on topics that have been of interest to members with Parkinson’s. These webinars will provide valuable information, practical…
Ireland takes the Presidency of the Council of the EU on the 1st of July. Parkinson’s Europe joined forces with Parkinson's Ireland and sent a joint letter to officials in the Irish government and Ireland’s Permanent Representation to the European Union. The…
The European Parliament is currently considering a proposal that would significantly change how pesticides are regulated across the EU. While the European Commission has presented the proposal as a simplification of existing rules, Parkinson’s organisations across Europe are concerned that…
The Northwest Branch of Parkinson's Ireland would like to extend its sincere thanks to three generous supporters whose recent donations will help the Branch continue providing vital support, activities and services for people living with Parkinson's across the region. The…
Parkinson's Ireland is pleased to offer free exercise classes for members at Sequal Way Gym in Farranfore, Co. Kerry. Members can choose between a Monday class at 3:00pm or a Friday class at 3:00pm, allowing them to select the option that best suits…
A huge congratulations to Ciaron Barry, who successfully completed his incredible Atomic 48 Challenge in support of Parkinson's Ireland and Breast Cancer Ireland. Over the course of 48 hours, Ciaron ran 4.17km every hour, day and night, covering an extraordinary…
Parkinson's Ireland is proud to share the findings of a new study from the University of Galway exploring the factors that influence the use of household assistive devices to support daily living for people with Parkinson's in Ireland. We are…
The Cork Branch of Parkinson's Ireland is proud to fund research that advances our understanding of the experiences of people living with Parkinson's in Ireland. Two recently published studies funded by the branch explored important aspects of life with Parkinson's,…