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Living with Parkinson's

Doyle Wood, who has Parkinson's, watering plants in his gardenEveryone's experience of living with Parkinson's is different.

But there are lots of issues and challenges that are shared by many people living with the condition.

Click on the links below for information and advice on some of the topics we're frequently asked about.

For advice on other topics, we have a range of free publications about coping with day-to-day life with Parkinson's.


Mobility equipment and disability aids

Home adaptation, how to get your needs assessed, the cost of mobility equipment and disability aids and useful contacts

Driving and Parkinson's

The impact of Parkinson's on driving, your legal requirements, car insurance, car adaptations and useful contacts

Exercise and Parkinson's

The benefits of exercise for people with Parkinson's, how to find a local exercise class, exercising at home and research into Parkinson's and exercise

Diet and Parkinson's

Diet and Parkinson's, planning when to eat and take medication, managing weight loss or dealing with weight gain, special equipment and useful contacts

Employment

Making employment decisions, benefits and the legal rights of people with Parkinson's

Courses for people with Parkinson's and carers

Many organisations offer self care and self management courses to support people living with a long-term condition such as Parkinson's and their carers. Courses are available across the UK.

Direct and confidential help and support