Offaly
Get in touch
Do you have a relative or friend with Parkinson’s Disease, who would like to chat to other people with the condition or who would like to obtain more information?
Or perhaps you would like to volunteer and get involved with some of our activities?
Weekly Activities
Exercise Class
Location: Strength & Conditioning Centre, Church Road, Tullamore, Co. Offaly, R35 Y653
When: Every Tuesday
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed to help improve strength, mobility and overall wellbeing. The class is suitable for people living with Parkinson’s and is tailored to a range of abilities.
Boxercise
Location: Mucklagh Community Centre, Mucklagh, Co. Offaly, R35 DN02
When: Every Thursday
Our Boxercise class offers a fun and energetic way to improve balance, coordination, strength and fitness in a supportive environment. Suitable for people living with Parkinson’s.
Suggested donation of €5 per class
Monthly Activities
Coffee Morning
Location: Mucklagh Community Centre, Mucklagh, Co. Offaly, R35 DN02
When: First Wednesday of every month
Join us for a relaxed coffee morning where members, families and care partners can meet, chat and enjoy each other’s company in a friendly and welcoming setting.
Educational and Social Meeting
Location: Charleville Centre, Tullamore, Co. Offaly
When: Third Wednesday of every month
Our monthly educational and social meeting provides an opportunity to hear from guest speakers, learn more about living well with Parkinson’s and connect with others in the local community.
Contact
- Chairperson Jean Durkin, 0868069855, jean@parkinsons.ie
- Secretary Nuala Jones, 087 9706231, nuala@parkinsons.ie
Advocacy and Community in Offaly
Our CEO, Shane O’Brien, and Advocacy Officer, Jamie, recently met with members of our Offaly branch to discuss local advocacy priorities and the needs of people with Parkinson’s in the county. The visit also provided an opportunity to recognise Jean Durkin, who was presented with honorary membership in recognition of her longstanding commitment to the…
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 in providing support, connection, and advocacy for those affected in the region. Stephanie also promoted…