www.parkinsons.org.uk
About the Parkinson’s Disease Society
The Parkinson’s Disease Society is totally dependent on voluntary donations. It is only when people like you raise funds that we can continue our work to support all people affected by Parkinson’s.
Since 1969, the PDS has been working with and for people with Parkinson’s and those close to them. We have 69,000 supporters, including over 29,000 members, and more than 330 branches and support groups across the UK.
Where will your money go?
Without your help, we wouldn’t be able to continue our vital work.
Research - We have invested £35 million researching the cause, prevention and cure of Parkinson’s – as well as looking at ways to improve treatments and the lives of those with the condition.
Information – We provide advice and information on all aspects of Parkinson’s, including drug treatments, surgery, therapies, social and health care rights, benefits, insurance, employment and driving.
Parkinson’s Disease Nurse Specialists – 1 in 4 people with Parkinson’s still don’t have the support of a PDNS. They can empower and educate people with Parkinson’s, manage patients’ medication, help them to better manage their symptoms and improve their general health.
Advice – We have a freephone Helpline staffed by nurses and specialist advisors offering information, support and a sympathetic ear. We currently answer around 20,000 calls per year.
Education – We provide education to health and social care professionals to increase their understanding of this complex condition.
Campaigns – We campaign for high quality support, care, treatment and research to benefit people with Parkinson’s and their carers.
Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition affecting movement, such as walking, talking, and writing. There are 120,000 people with Parkinson’s in the UK. There is currently no cure.
Parkinson’s Disease occurs when cells are lost from part of the brain that controls movement. At present no one knows why there is a depletion in these cells. Research into the cause is currently focused on genetics and environmental factors and how they may interact to cause the condition. Currently there is no cure, but researchers and scientists are steadily making advances in understanding the condition, its cause and how best to treat it.
With your help, many people’s lives could be greatly improved and researchers are optimistic that one day, a cure will be found.
