The Wicklow Parkinson’s Choir is delighted to perform as part of the Festival of Voice at the National Concert Hall on Saturday 23 May at 3pm. We would love to see members of the Parkinson’s community there, but everyone is…
Parkinson’s Ireland board member Dr Brenda O’Connell recently appeared on The Claire Byrne Show on Newstalk FM, where she spoke powerfully about the deepening challenges facing people in Ireland living with neurological conditions. Joining Magdalen Rogers, CEO of the Neurological…
On April 25th, Shannon took on an unforgettable skydive to raise funds for Parkinson’s Ireland, collecting over €3,500 in the process. She completed the challenge in honour of her Grandad Bob, turning a deeply personal cause into a powerful fundraiser.…
Parkinson’s Ireland is pleased to announce the launch of a new counselling service for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners. Kathleen Moore Avila has recently joined the team in the role of Counselling Psychotherapist. Kathleen Moore Avila and Shane…
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…