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Latest Northern Ireland newsletter
Our Link newsletter is for people living with
Parkinson's in Northern Ireland.
The Autumn 2011 edition is now
available. Some of the items featured in the Autumn
edition include:
- An article on deep brain stimulation
- Welfare reform in Northern Ireland
- A number of information events during November and
December
You can make a difference
We have 5 local champions working closely with our Northern
Ireland team to improve health and social care services for people
with Parkinson's.
Jim Henry, one of our champions says:
"As a local champion I promote the work of Parkinson's UK and
the Lisburn Branch within my own area,
i.e. the South Eastern Trust. I've spoken on both radio and
television about Parkinson's and its implications for those who
live with it. Also of the valuable work which Parkinson's UK is
doing to help alleviate the stress which the condition causes.
"Being a champion gives me the opportunity to do my bit for
Parkinson's."
The local champions meet about four times a year to support each
other. If you feel that you would like to make a difference to
health and social services for people living with Parkinson's in
your area please contact Esther McQuillan, Service Development
Officer on 0844 225 3683 or isdo.northernireland@parkinsons.org.uk
We're particularly interested to hear from people in the Belfast
Trust and the Southern Trust as we don't currently have any local
champions based in these areas.
Get involved in volunteering
There are lots of opportunities to volunteer with us in Northern
Ireland, from joining one of our local branch committees, to
helping us at events or being volunteer educators or local
champions. All new volunteers receive an induction and support from
our team.
If you are interested in knowing more about volunteering, we
would love to hear from you. To find out more, contact:
More about volunteering your time to help
people with Parkinson's
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