Upcoming Information Sessions See details of upcoming information sessions arranged by Emma Gleeson PhD, Lecturer in Speech and Language Therapy at the School of Clinical Therapies, University College Cork. The sessions will provide an opportunity to learn more about relevant…
On 26 September, Cillian will take on a serious challenge: hiking the entire Wicklow Way from start to finish, without stopping for sleep, all to raise funds for Parkinson’s Ireland. The challenge will see Cillian take on the Wicklow Way…
We are delighted to be partnering on a nationwide survey exploring the experiences and challenges faced by people living with Parkinson’s in Ireland. Building on a similar survey carried out in 2017, this study will explore areas including healthcare services,…
On Sunday 25 October, Sophie Barnwell will take on the Dublin Marathon in aid of Parkinson’s Ireland, in honour of her dad, Paul, and everyone living with Parkinson’s disease. Sophie is taking on this challenge to help raise awareness and…
West Kerry sailor Pat Lawless is preparing to take on the 2026 Golden Globe Race, a gruelling solo, non stop circumnavigation of the world using only traditional navigation methods. After being forced to retire from the 2022 race due to equipment failure while…
The Dublin Branch of Parkinson’s Ireland will hold its next branch meeting and Annual General Meeting on Saturday 26 September at the Bonnington Hotel. We hope to see as many members as possible attend. Venue: Bonnington HotelAddress: Swords Road, Whitehall,…
Two new research projects will explore mental health and exercise supports for people living with Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's Ireland has announced its largest-ever investment in research as part of the latest Health Research Charities Ireland (HRCI) and Health Research Board…
The Carlow Branch are pleased to announce the venue for the forthcoming term of the Carlow Support Group. Carlow Support Group 📅 Every Wednesday from 16 September until 9 December 🕑 2pm to 4pm 📍 Venue: Community Centre, Palatine Road, Pollerton, Carlow Contact…
The Monaghan Branch meet every Tuesday from 2:30pm-3:30pm at Peake fitness Carrickmacross for exercise classes/boxercise. We also meet every Thursday at 2pm-3pm in St Joseph's in Monaghan Town for activated pole walking classes. We would like to take this opportunity to…
During Palliative Care Week this September, we are highlighting information and resources that may be helpful to people living with Parkinson's and their families. For some people, hearing the words palliative care can feel worrying or overwhelming. It is often associated only…