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Caring for Someone

The impact of Parkinson’s goes beyond the person who has been diagnosed with the condition. Partners, family members and friends of the person who has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s will be well aware of how challenging the condition can be for them and those closest to them.

Living With Parkinson's

Information about how to live well with Parkinson’s.

Caring For Someone With Parkinson's

The impact of Parkinson’s goes beyond the person who has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s. Partners, family members and friends of the person who has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s will be well aware of how challenging the condition can be for them and those closest to them.

What is Parkinson's

Information about Parkinson's and how it affects people.

Introduction

Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition that affects people from all walks of life. It is quite common, with approximately 80,000 Australians, including 27,000 Victorians living with Parkinson’s.

What Causes Parkinson's?

Currently there is no known cause of Parkinson’s or understanding of why some people develop Parkinson’s and not others. This is the reason Parkinson’s is often referred to as “Idiopathic (or typical) Parkinson’s”.

How Does Parkinson's Progress?

Parkinson’s is a chronic and slowly progressive disorder. This means that symptoms normally appear slowly and develop gradually over time. The stage at which symptoms appear, speed at which they progress and the severity of those symptoms will vary from person to person. The most important point is that Parkinson’s affects everyone differently.

Symptoms

Information about the potential symptoms of Parkinson’s and how they can affect a person living with Parkinson’s.

Overview

Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition, which is characterised by both motor (movement) and non-motor symptoms. A full list of symptoms is explained here.

Treatments and Professional Support

Information about medications, surgical options and professional support available for people living with Parkinson’s.

Overview

While there is currently not a cure for Parkinson's, there are a range of treatments that can help to manage the day-to-day symptoms.

Support For You

Information about support services, health education events and neurlogists to assist in making a positive impact in the lives of people living with Parkinson’s.

Overview

Support and information can make a significant and positive difference to the lives of people living with Parkinson’s, their family and carers. Parkinson’s Victoria provides a range of support services to assist in managing the condition and improving the quality of life. This includes seminars for people recently diagnosed with Parkinson's and a free and confidential telephone service operated by a highly skilled health team.

Information For You

Personal stories and information about resources and publications in English and other languages, to assist people living with Parkinson’s feel more informed.

Overview

Parkinson’s Victoria provides a range of resources and publications that can assist people living with Parkinson’s, their families and carers to feel more informed about the condition. We are also committed to funding research that will provide life quality outcomes for people living with Parkinson’s and ultimately, find a cure.

How To Get Involved

Information about the many ways that you can get involved with Parkinson’s Victoria and make a difference to people living with Parkinson’s.

Overview

There are many ways you can support Parkinson’s Victoria. We have many activities you can take part in, plus opportunities to volunteer. Choose a fun and rewarding activity that will help make a difference to people living with Parkinson’s.

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