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…
Parkinson’s Ireland is proud to be a partner of the DATTN (Digital Assistive Technology Training Network) initiative, which provides accessible micro-training and practical resources on digital assistive technology. Developed by 12 organisations across Ireland, the programme supports assistive technology users,…
Parkinson’s Ireland is delighted to announce the return of our exercise classes in Athlone for people living with Parkinson’s, following a very successful pilot. The programme will begin on Tuesday, September 8th and will run weekly each Tuesday until November…
Whether you are a person with Parkinson’s or a care partner, it is important that you are claiming all entitlements that you are eligible for, and availing of all supports available to you. Long-Term Illness Scheme (LTIS) Upon diagnosis, the…
Hospital admissions can be especially difficult for people with Parkinson’s. While medication timing is vital, many problems in hospital arise because staff do not fully understand the individual needs of the person on admission. Preparation can make a real difference.…
The Summer raffle winners included: €500 Cash Prize- Claire Commane 1 night B&B for 2 at the Clayton Hotel Silver Springs Cork- David Quilty 1 night B&B for 2 at the Hodson Bay Hotel or Galway Bay Hotel- Colm Murphy 1 night B&B…
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…
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…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Uwa1jIgxfY To help our members stay active over the summer, Parkinson's Ireland has commissioned a new exercise video from Siel Bleu. The video has been designed for people living with Parkinson's and can be used at your own pace and…
This June, Trevor and his friend Mike are taking on a long held ambition: navigating the River Shannon from source to sea. Starting in Co. Cavan, they will face 10 days of gruelling canoeing and camping at the mercy of…