Plymouth Parkinson's Friendship Group

A new social group for people with Parkinson's and their carers starting in September 2024. Speakers and activities to enjoy, come along and socialise with a cup of tea or coffee.

Held on the second Monday each month in the community hall at The Beacon, North Prospect 1pm - 2.30pm. £3 cost (carers are free).

We offer lots of other social activities and exercise across the city so come along and find out more.

Calendar of events:

• 9 Sept - Livewell's Jonny Gilby. Engaging in Parkinson's research
• 14 Oct - Parkinson's specialist nurse Emma Edwards. Mental health and Parkinson's
• 11 Nov - Caring for carers charity.
• 9 Dec - Christmas get together. Refreshments and stalls
• 13 Jan - Physiotherapist Sine Rikard. The benefits of exercise with demo and participation
• 10 Feb - University of Exeter. Could you be a participant for the 'gaitQ' trial?
• 10 Mar - Carer Angie Wickenden. Willow making demo and workshop
• 14 Apr - Parkinson's specialist nurse Stace Pearce. Bladder and bowel management
• 12 May - Former editor of the Western Morning News and Plymouth Herald. Life inside a newspaper