Parkinson's Australia
Parkinson's Australia (Opens in new tab)
is the national advocacy body for people living with Parkinson's, their families and carers, researchers, and health professionals. They promote the best possible quality of life for people with Parkinson's. They advocate for the Parkinson's community on issues of national significance.
Vision and mission
To be the national advocate for the Australian Parkinson's community.
To be responsive to the needs of people affected by Parkinson's.
How Parkinson's Australia can help
They work to reduce the impact of Parkinson's by promoting best practice care to ensure that people can maximise their opportunities to live well and maintain their independence by:
- Commenting on policy consultations by putting in submissions to bring the voices of people living with Parkinson's (PLWP) to parliament.
- Commissioning reports to ensure best available data to base advocacy efforts on.
- Partnering with peak bodies and PLWP to develop resources.
Information line
Call 1800 644 189 Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm AEST
Programs, apps and tools
- YOP-X App and website (Opens in new tab) An information portal and resource hub supporting people with young onset Parkinson's.
- Monthly Virtual Roundtables (Opens in new tab) Opportunity for the Parkinson's community to provide feedback on matters important to them and get updates from our CEO about what Parkinson's Australia is currently doing via these online meetings.
- Parkinson's Australia National Conference (Opens in new tab) Held every two years, the conference. Brings together the Parkinson's community, allied health professionals, people living with Parkinson's, their families, carers and support workers.
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