We are pleased to share information about a research study being conducted by Katie Hennigan, Occupational Therapist at Connolly Hospital and MSc student in Older Person’s Rehabilitation at University College Cork. Katie is undertaking a research project exploring the views,…
The charity has moved from its current annual membership model to lifetime membership for a once-off payment of €50. We will be facilitating phased payments for anyone who wishes to avail of this. As a charity, we measure success on…
We are delighted to announce that the Yoga for YPI members will resume on January 7th. The class is delivered via Zoom from 7pm to 8pm every Wednesday evening. Benefits of Chair Yoga Helps you to relax Builds strength in muscles Pain management Helps…
The festive season brings joy, warmth, and connection—but it can also feel overwhelming, especially for those living with Parkinson’s. Here are some practical tips to help you enjoy the celebrations while keeping stress to a minimum. Plan Ahead for Peace…
We are pleased to share our latest research bulletin, which highlights recent developments and ongoing progress in Parkinson’s research. This update aims to keep our members informed about current studies, emerging findings and advances that may shape future care and…
By Sophie Crooks Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is the fastest growing neurological condition worldwide, yet public understanding of the condition remains limited. My doctoral research, carried out in Queen’s University Belfast in partnership with Parkinson’s Ireland, is the first study to…
Parkinson's Ireland was delighted to host a successful inaugural Young Onset Parkinson's Disease conference in the Marine Hotel, Sutton last Saturday. There were over 40 participants who enjoyed various workshops including very informative sessions on Living with YOPD from Dr.…
Join our festive fundraiser and make a difference this Christmas This Christmas, Parkinson’s Ireland is inviting individuals, communities and workplaces across the country to take part in our new festive fundraising initiative, Pull a Christmas Cracker for Parkinson’s. This simple…
Parkinson’s Ireland recently hosted a research webinar featuring Dr Michael Okun, Professor Suzanne Timmons, and Dr Clodagh O’Keeffe. Each speaker shared important updates on advances in Parkinson’s science and care. The session was expertly chaired by Dr Emma O’Shea, who…
Living with Parkinson’s means staying one step ahead of illness. That’s why we strongly encourage everyone affected by Parkinson’s (and their care partners) to get their flu jab and any COVID-19 vaccine/booster they are eligible for. These vaccines are safe,…