Mental Health Week 2025

Mental Health Awareness Week in 2025 will take place from Monday, May 12 to Sunday, May 18.

This annual event aims to raise awareness and promote open conversations about mental health. The theme for this year is “Movement: Moving more for our mental health,” encouraging individuals to focus on physical activity as a means to improve mental well-being.

We are very much aware of the non-motor symptoms that those with Parkinson’s may experience. These can include the category of psychological or psychiatric symptoms such as anxiety, depression and apathy.

It is crucial to speak about these symptoms, if you are experiencing them, just as you would if you had a physical symptom or complaint.

Please call 1800 359359 to speak with our nurses about any concerns you may have. If you would like to find out about additional services, please click here to view HSE mental health services.

GP Services

Your GP is often the first point of contact for accessing mental health assistance. While discussing mental health concerns with your GP may initially feel challenging, remember that they are there to help and can provide guidance on available resources. In cases of crisis or emergency, there are numerous helplines available for immediate assistance. Click here for GP Out of Hours Services.

Additional Services 

Pieta House provides free therapeutic support. They can be contacted 24 hours a day by phone on 1800 247 247.
They also offer a text service – Text HELP to 51444 (standard message rates apply). Visit Pieta for more information.

Samaritans provide a free support service and are available 24 hours a day on freephone 116 123. Visit Samaritans for more information.

Text About It is a free, anonymous messaging service which is operational 24/7. To engage with this text HELLO to 50808.  Providing everything from a calming chat to immediate support for people going through a mental health or emotional crisis. Visit Text About It for more information.

turn2me is a high-quality, safe, anonymous, and confidential space for you to gain support for your mental health online. Visit their website here to learn more.