Paddling for Parkinson’s
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…
New Service in Athlone
Parkinson’s Ireland is delighted to announce the launch of a new 6 week exercise class pilot in Athlone for people living with Parkinson’s. The programme will begin on Wednesday, 1 July and will run weekly each Wednesday until 5 August…
Joe Lacy Cycles Through the Algarve to Raise Funds and Awareness for Parkinson’s Ireland
Donate to Joe’s fundraising page here Joe Lacy, who recently celebrated his 70th birthday and is living with Parkinson’s, has completed a marathon distance cycling challenge through the Algarve in Portugal to raise funds and awareness for Parkinson’s Ireland. Originally…
Job Opportunity: PD Nurse Specialist based in Mayo
Job DescriptionJob Title: Parkinson’s Disease Nurse SpecialistReporting to: CEO (with clinical liaison as required)Location: Mayo (including travel across the County and surrounding areas).Contract type: 2-year fixed term contractWeekly Hours: 14 hours per week, typically worked over two days (Wednesdays andThursdays).…
DATTN: Digital Assistive Technology Training Network
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,…
Wicklow Parkinson’s Choir
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…
Shannon Skydives for Parkinson’s Ireland
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.…
Meds on Time, Every Time
For people with Parkinson’s, timing is everything when it comes to medication - they need to be taken on schedule to work their best.
Raising Awareness of Parkinson’s Across the Midlands
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…
Parkinson’s Awareness Day- April 11th
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.…