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May 22, 2026
This June, Trevor and his friend Mike are taking on a long held ambition: navigating…
May 20, 2026
Parkinson’s Ireland is delighted to announce the launch of a new 6 week exercise class…
May 19, 2026
We are pleased to announce our Newly Diagnosed Programme for June 2026, designed to support…
May 18, 2026
Donate to Joe’s fundraising page here Joe Lacy, who recently celebrated his 70th birthday and…
May 15, 2026
Nurse Zoom Update Each session covers a wide range of topics including Parkinson’s symptoms, medications,…
May 15, 2026
Job DescriptionJob Title: Parkinson’s Disease Nurse SpecialistReporting to: CEO (with clinical liaison as required)Location: Mayo…
May 14, 2026
Parkinson’s Ireland recently hosted an Education Conference featuring presentations from Niamh O’Hanlon, Dr. Deborah McIntyre,…
May 14, 2026
Our CEO Shane O’Brien attended the PD Life kick-off Meeting at University College Cork last…
May 14, 2026
Parkinson’s Ireland is proud to be a partner of the DATTN (Digital Assistive Technology Training…
May 14, 2026
Date Saturday, 23 MayTime 3:00pmVenue Royal Marine Hotel, Marine Rd, Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, A96 K063 Guest Speaker Dr. Owen…
May 14, 2026
The Dublin Branch is delighted to announce two new exercise classes starting this May in…
May 13, 2026
We’re delighted to announce that Exercise Classes with Gráinne McKeown will be held every Friday at 11:00am. Fun,…
May 12, 2026
We’re delighted to announce that Singalong Sessions with Dara will take place every Tuesday at 11:00am. The sessions…
May 11, 2026
We are pleased to share our latest research bulletin, which highlights recent developments and ongoing…
May 11, 2026
The Meath Branch of Parkinson’s Ireland was delighted to receive a cheque for €4,193.70 from…
May 11, 2026
Wicklow County Council is running an 11-week community exercise and health programme for adults 35+…
May 8, 2026
The Wicklow Parkinson’s Choir is delighted to perform as part of the Festival of Voice…
May 5, 2026
Did you know only 27% of Irish adults have a Will? Parkinson's Ireland is a charity…
April 29, 2026
Parkinson’s Ireland board member Dr Brenda O’Connell recently appeared on The Claire Byrne Show on…
April 29, 2026
On April 25th, Shannon took on an unforgettable skydive to raise funds for Parkinson’s Ireland,…
April 28, 2026
Parkinson’s Ireland is pleased to announce the launch of a new counselling service for people…
April 21, 2026
Please find our weekly Zoom class schedule below. If any classes are cancelled or changed,…
April 16, 2026
We are delighted to invite you to our online mindfulness sessions every Thursday at 7pm.…
April 14, 2026
Stephanie Connor, Chair of the Offaly Branch of Parkinson’s Ireland, recently spoke on Midlands 103…
April 13, 2026
On April 11th, Parkinson’s Awareness Day, communities across the country came together for A Walk…
April 10, 2026
Across Ireland, buildings are lighting up red to mark Parkinson’s Awareness Day, creating a powerful…
April 10, 2026
Catriona Kinnevey, board member of Parkinson’s Ireland, recently appeared on Ireland AM to share her…
April 1, 2026
For people living with Parkinson’s, timing is everything. This Parkinson’s Awareness Month, Parkinson’s Ireland is…
March 31, 2026
Parkinson’s Physiotherapy Programme in Meath Parkinson’s Ireland Meath Branch is delighted to announce a new…
March 25, 2026
Parkinson’s Ireland offers a Dietician Callback Service to support people living with Parkinson’s and their…
March 19, 2026
As part of Brain Awareness Week, Parkinson’s Ireland is proud to support the Neurological Alliance…
March 18, 2026
Following a highly successful pilot last year, the Walking Football as Medicine initiative is delighted…
March 9, 2026
Parkinson’s Ireland has announced the date for this year’s flagship fundraising event, ‘A Walk in…
March 4, 2026
Parkinson's Ireland is delighted to announce further expansion of its services with a new exercise…
March 2, 2026
The HSE have spaces left on their next 3 Living Well (chronic disease self-management) programmes, taking place…
February 19, 2026
Researchers at University College Cork (UCC) are conducting a study on the psychological wellbeing and…
February 12, 2026
Parkinson’s Ireland was pleased to meet with Minister for Disability, Emer Higgins, along with officials…
February 3, 2026
If you live in West Clare, drop in on any Friday and try our friendly,…
January 26, 2026
We are delighted to announce a new venue for our monthly Information Afternoons. 🗓 When:…
January 23, 2026
Parkinson’s Ireland is sharing a new survey from the Dublin Neurological Institute and the Mater…
January 23, 2026
We are pleased to share information about a research study being conducted by Katie Hennigan,…
December 22, 2025
We are delighted to announce that the Yoga for YPI members will resume on January…
December 22, 2025
Beginners Chair Yoga resumes on January 7th at 6.15pm to 6.45pm! The class will then…
December 18, 2025
The festive season brings joy, warmth, and connection—but it can also feel overwhelming, especially for…
December 18, 2025
We are pleased to share our latest research bulletin, which highlights recent developments and ongoing…
December 17, 2025
By Sophie Crooks Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is the fastest growing neurological condition worldwide, yet public…
December 16, 2025
Parkinson's Ireland was delighted to host a successful inaugural Young Onset Parkinson's Disease conference in…
November 18, 2025
Join our festive fundraiser and make a difference this Christmas This Christmas, Parkinson’s Ireland is…
November 14, 2025
Parkinson’s Ireland recently hosted a research webinar featuring Dr Michael Okun, Professor Suzanne Timmons, and…
November 6, 2025
We’re delighted to invite all members and friends of the Dublin Branch to our next…
November 6, 2025
The Cork Branch is delighted to announce our second Information Meeting of the year, taking…
October 30, 2025
This week marked the completion of the six-week Walking Football as Medicine (WFAM) initiative, delivered…
October 23, 2025
The Sing to Beat Training for Practitioners took place recently at the National Concert Hall,…
October 17, 2025
Parkinson’s Ireland is delighted to announce a significant development in our ongoing commitment to supporting…
October 17, 2025
October 10, 2025
A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who attended our annual social gathering this year. It was…
October 10, 2025
October 10, 2025
October 1, 2025
We’re delighted to welcome you to our Wellbeing and Educational Gathering taking place at the…
September 30, 2025
On September 20th, Rory O’Neill set out to climb Ireland’s highest peak, Carrauntoohil, joined by…
September 26, 2025
In July, Ciaron Barry undertook an extraordinary challenge: running 100 kilometres in 24 hours to…
September 25, 2025
Our very first Walking Football as Medicine (WFAM) session took place this week at Inspire Fitness Centre,…
September 15, 2025
Saturday 18 October 2025 | National Concert Hall, Dublin Sing to Beat Parkinson’s is delighted…
September 11, 2025
Parkinson’s disease has long been seen as an unavoidable consequence of aging or genetics—but leading…
September 9, 2025
Parkinson’s Ireland sat down with author, journalist, and advocate Annmarie O’Connor to talk about her…
September 4, 2025
Members of the Parkinson's Ireland East Midlands Branch enjoyed a wonderful trip to the Riverside…
September 3, 2025
September 1, 2025
Plans are in place for a coffee morning to take place on Friday 26th September…
August 25, 2025
Our Dublin Branch was delighted to welcome members of Kansas Parkinson’s Disease for a special…
August 12, 2025
August 11, 2025
We are delighted to announce that Parkinson’s Ireland has been shortlisted in not one, but…
August 8, 2025
Overview: The Neurological Alliance of Ireland (NAI) commissioned a survey in 2024 of people living with…
August 6, 2025
The Cork Branch of Parkinson’s Ireland would love to hear from you if you’re planning…
August 5, 2025
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone at Ballybunion Triathlon Club…
August 1, 2025
We are delighted to be inviting research proposals for the Health Research Charities/Health Research Board…
July 31, 2025
Our Kerry Branch continues to run energising and supportive exercise classes through The Sequel Way…
July 31, 2025
We are proud to share that our CEO, Shane O’Brien, has been elected as Chairperson…
July 7, 2025
PHD student and nurse Sophie Crooks published research focusing on the public's perception and understanding of Parkinson's…
July 7, 2025
Parkinson's Ireland would like to give a sincere thank you to Mary-Ita O'Connor, who raised €33,270…
June 25, 2025
Parkinson's Ireland was delighted to join the Neurological Alliance of Ireland (NAI) at the launch…
June 23, 2025
Our nurses have put together some tips for you to stay safe and healthy during…
June 19, 2025
Living with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) can bring about various challenges, including issues with your gastrointestinal…
June 17, 2025
Parkinson's Ireland is delighted to announce that we won Gold at the Sockies (Social Media Awards)…
May 21, 2025
Written by Clodagh O'Keefe, Research Coordinator, Dublin Neurological Institute As spring arrives and the garden…
May 21, 2025
Parkinson's Ireland (PI) recently put together our pre-budget submission for 2026, calling on the government…
May 14, 2025
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our conference on April 12th. The conference…
May 12, 2025
Mental Health Awareness Week in 2025 will take place from Monday, May 12 to Sunday, May 18.…
May 1, 2025
The VHI Women's Mini Marathon is back for its 43rd year, taking place on Bank…
April 30, 2025
We published our first research bulletin of 2025 on April 30th, which was emailed to…
April 30, 2025
Parkinson's Disease has over 40 symptoms and everyone’s experience with it is different. During a…
April 30, 2025
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, with Parkinson’s Awareness Week falling on the 7th-13th of April…
April 29, 2025
The Irish Pharmacy News recently published their April Edition, which features a piece written by…
April 14, 2025
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, with Parkinson’s Awareness Week falling on the 7th-13th of April…
April 11, 2025
Thank you to everyone who supported 'A Walk in the Park for Parkinson's' on Saturday,…
April 8, 2025
For people with Parkinson’s, timing is everything when it comes to medication. These medicines help…
March 21, 2025
The Irish Parkinson’s Golf Network brings together golfers who live with Parkinson’s, their spouses, partners…
March 12, 2025
Spring is a season that brings rejuvenation and renewal, with nature blossoming, days becoming longer,…
March 4, 2025
Did you know that neurological disorders affect up to 1 billion people worldwide, nearly 1…
January 27, 2025
National Grief Awareness Week is taking place from January 27th until February 2nd 2025. During…
January 20, 2025
Sinead O'Kane and her son Fiachra are taking part in a Parachute jump on Saturday,…
January 13, 2025
Parkinson’s Ireland is delighted to launch its new nutrition booklet. This is a joint publication…
January 8, 2025
January can be a busy time for people trying to make new resolutions and often,…
January 7, 2025
We published our first research bulletin before Christmas, which was emailed to our members. If…
December 18, 2024
Parkinson’s Ireland had a very busy and exciting year. We wanted to take the opportunity…
December 10, 2024
We would like to remind our members that our online zoom classes will resume in…
December 2, 2024
Cold weather, and seasonal illnesses can cause more complications for people with Parkinson's. Here is…
December 2, 2024
The holiday season can be both joyful and a bit overwhelming, sometimes more for those…
November 28, 2024
Christmas Jumper Day 2024 falls on Thursday December 12th and Parkinson’s Ireland are happy to be taking part…
November 20, 2024
Parkinson's Ireland were delighted to welcome Frank Mullen, his friends, family and Payzone colleagues to…
November 12, 2024
As the demand for our services continues to grow and with the number of people…
November 12, 2024
Collaborative publication by the Irish Medication Safety Network & Parkinson’s Ireland Parkinson's Ireland are excited…
October 31, 2024
Thank you to everyone who supported ‘A Walk in the Park for Parkinson’s’ across ten…
October 30, 2024
Parkinson's Ireland is delighted to announce that our updated information leaflets are now available. Our…
October 23, 2024
Our PD Nurse Specialist Lisa Wynne was delighted to attend an event at Maynooth University…
October 18, 2024
Parkinson's Ireland were invited to speak in the AV Room at Leinster House on Wednesday,…
October 18, 2024
Parkinson’s Ireland welcomes the recent announcement of €2 million of funding for the expansion of…
October 17, 2024
Parkinson’s Ireland is delighted to announce that it’s ‘Different For Everyone’ awareness campaign has been shortlisted for…
October 3, 2024
Parkinson’s Ireland awarded honorary memberships to the committee members below who have given their time,…
October 1, 2024
Following on from the Walk in The Park in September 2024, our nurse zoom topic…
September 16, 2024
Parkinson’s Ireland is delighted to announce the launch of its new flagship fundraiser, ‘A Walk…
September 12, 2024
Thank you to everyone who attended our webinar on digital assistive technology on September 11th.…
September 10, 2024
September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day. The global call to action for World Suicide…
September 9, 2024
Exercise and movement is so important for everyone. The following booklet contains some exercises you…
August 27, 2024
Advanced Nurse Practitioner at the Mater Hospital Brian Magennis outlines the top ten causes of…
August 26, 2024
Our Navan Support Group meets on the last Friday of each month at 12 noon…
August 22, 2024
We would like to thank everyone who attended our care partner webinar, which focused on…
July 31, 2024
Parkinson's Ireland (PI) recently put together our pre-budget submission for 2025, calling on the government…
July 5, 2024
Parkinson’s Ireland (PI) is delighted to announce that we have been awarded state funding to…
June 27, 2024
An ultrasound thalamotomy, which gives Parkinson's patients hope of regaining independence, was carried out for…
June 14, 2024
The Neurological Alliance of Ireland has launched a campaign calling for a dedicated Consultant Neurologist…
June 13, 2024
Family Carers Ireland: State of Caring Survey Family Carers Ireland's latest survey, the State of…
June 10, 2024
New research published in the scientific journal Nature Genetics describes the discovery of a gene…
May 31, 2024
Ahead of next weeks elections, Inclusion Ireland have put together an easy to read guide…
May 30, 2024
This year’s HSE SunSmart campaign officially launched on May 24th. SunSmart is run by the HSE’s…
May 29, 2024
National Carers Week begins on June 10th and Family Carers Ireland have a wide range…
May 15, 2024
Parkinson’s Ireland are happy to support the Mental Health Ireland HELLO, How Are You? campaign launched this…
May 10, 2024
This week, Minister Humphreys announced applications are now open for the New Free Travel Scheme…
May 1, 2024
Parkinson’s Ireland are delighted to announce our Social Gathering will take place this year from…
April 23, 2024
Parkinson's Awareness Week took place from the 8th to the 14th of April 2024. We…
April 18, 2024
We were invited to speak in the AV Room at Leinster House on Wednesday, the 17th…
April 12, 2024
Parkinson’s Ireland relies heavily on fundraising, not only for donations but to raise important awareness.…
April 11, 2024
The 11th of April is World Parkinson’s Day and we are speaking publicly about the…
April 5, 2024
On World Parkinson’s day (Thursday 11th April), the first ever national audit of Parkinson’s Disease care…
March 19, 2024
Parkinson’s Ireland spoke to Limerick born Mary-Ita O’Connor, who featured on RTE’s ‘The Big Life…
March 12, 2024
The Cork branch choir “Perpetual Motion” formed in 2019 by Ted Horgan (pictured first on the…
March 7, 2024
For International Women’s Day this year, the theme is about Inspiring Inclusion. Our Dietician Richelle…
February 26, 2024
The Wicklow branch of Parkinson’s Ireland (“PI”) was officially launched in Ashford, Co. Wicklow, earlier…
February 20, 2024
Limerick man Frank O’Mara competed for Ireland in three Olympic Games and broke Irish and…
February 19, 2024
Below are the results from our research poll, which you can complete here. The top…
February 12, 2024
Last week, our CEO Shane O'Brien was a guest on two radio stations, Ros FM…
February 2, 2024
We are delighted to announce that Parkinson’s Ireland has officially rebranded from ‘Parkinson’s Association of…
February 1, 2024
Our dietician, Richelle Flanagan, has launched a study on the impacts on hormonal fluctuations in…
January 26, 2024
In addition to our national services, the following weekly activities are available to our Cork…
January 18, 2024
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January 9, 2024
We are excited to announce that we are holding a Gala Country Concert on Mother's…
December 6, 2023
We celebrated International Volunteer Day on Tuesday, the 5th of December. Everyone at Parkinson's Ireland…
November 30, 2023
The flu is a contagious viral infection that spreads every winter and getting the flu…
November 29, 2023
We are celebrating Movement Disorder Day on the 29th of November. Movement disorders are neurological…
November 29, 2023
We are celebrating the International Day of Persons with Disabilities this Sunday, the 3rd of…
November 23, 2023
Here at Parkinson's Ireland we have been campaigning alongside Parkinson's Europe to ban the use…
November 16, 2023
Our nurse Lisa Wynne took part in an interview with George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D, who…
November 2, 2023
Right now, the Parkinson’s community across Europe has a crucial opportunity to ban the use…
August 30, 2023
I was delighted to join the Neurological Alliance of Ireland last night to celebrate their…
August 29, 2023
Did you know 1 in 6 people with Parkinson’s experience preventable harm in the hospital…
August 21, 2023
The Parkinson’s Association of Ireland (PAI) welcomes the results of a survey which was published…
August 18, 2023
Word From The New CEO – Shane O’Brien Dear members, I’m delighted to have officially…
August 11, 2023
Parkinson's Summer Raffle: PAI would like to say a big thank you to all our…
August 11, 2023
Four-Week Course for Meath Members, September 2023 The Navan Support Group are hosting a free four-week course with a…
August 9, 2023
When - Monday 2nd Oct - Wednesday 4th OctHodson Bay Hotel Athlone, Roscommon Road, Barry…
August 9, 2023
Talking to children and teenagers about PD. If you've been diagnosed with Parkinson's and have children or…
August 3, 2023
Thankful post to all our amazing volunteers! Not that we need a particular day to…
August 3, 2023
The World Parkinson's Congress took place in Barcelona in July 2023. The Congress brought together…
August 2, 2023
"Wow!! They did it , they did it " Galway man Sean Nee and his…
July 27, 2023
Please be aware the Waterford branch are on holidays until 2nd week of September. Meetings venues…
July 27, 2023
Family Carers Ireland are inviting you to their online evening book club on Wednesday 2nd…
July 24, 2023
A guidebook for YOPD women with PD. A Young Parkinson's woman's guide to pills, periods,…
June 26, 2023
SUMMER SCHEDULE 2023: Clontarf: Classes resume 2.30pm Monday 14th August with Adrienne. Venue: Venue: St. Anthony’s Community Centre, St Lawrence Road,…
June 8, 2023
A call to action from Disability Federation Ireland - We are asking you to take…
June 6, 2023
Dublin, Ireland – June 6th, 2023 Parkinson's Association of Ireland is pleased to announce the…
May 18, 2023
Do you like singing? Would you like to join in online with a choir? The…
May 16, 2023
People with Parkinson’s and their carers do, of course, travel - both for pleasure and…
May 5, 2023
Parkinson's Fit Class in South Kerry This new program aims to combat the mental and…
April 24, 2023
Caring for a loved one can be rewarding, but it can also be difficult, frightening…
April 20, 2023
Thank you to all who helped raise awareness of Parkinson's Disease throughout the week. ARTICLES…
April 19, 2023
Listen back to Specialist Parkinson's Nurse Lisa Wynne & Speech and Language Therapist Aoife Carolan.…
April 19, 2023
As part of Parkinson's Awareness Week this year PAI held a national conference on April…
April 12, 2023
For members of the YPI Branch only YPI Branch uses private WhatsApp groups to communicate…
April 6, 2023
The theme of the week is #PepInYourStep4Parkinsons we are asking all our followers to take a photo…
March 20, 2023
As part of Parkinson's Awareness Week April 11th - 16th. PAI are hosting an online…
March 20, 2023
Gain power over Parkinson’s with an empowering self-management toolkit. This toolkit has been built by…
March 8, 2023
Parkinson's Awareness Week this year runs from April 11th - 16th. Keep an eye out…
March 8, 2023
Parkinson's branch in the North West are planning a Family Fun Day Walk at J.F.K.…
November 30, 2022
This short video provides a guide for using GoFundMe to raise funds for your branch…
November 24, 2022
The new “My Parkinson’s Passport” unveiled today in Carmichael House, Dublin enables people living with…
October 12, 2022
Patients Deserve Better Campaign secures funding for 23 additional neurology nurses in this years Budget…
August 5, 2022
On Wednesday, Minister Anne Rabbitte, TD, launches the Parkinson’s Association of Ireland’s new website at…
July 29, 2022
PAI has published a new poster as part of its awareness campaign. The poster will…
July 6, 2022
A large contingent of YPI Members headed to Trim to walk along the Boyne River…
April 20, 2022
Please find the videos of our individual speakers from our “United For Parkinson’s Conference” which…
March 10, 2022
Please see below the message sent to the International Red Cross . The PAI is…
February 13, 2022
We meet via zoom on the second Wednesday of each month. We don't restrict ourselves…
