Parkinson's UK in Scotland
We're here for everyone affected by Parkinson's in Scotland. Explore our resources for living with Parkinson's during the coronavirus pandemic, and find out what the charity is doing in Scotland.
Coronavirus and Parkinson's
We’re here for you. Whether you need advice on coronavirus, or on staying connected during this challenging time, we’re here to support you.
Find out more in Spark
Read the latest issue of Spark - our newsletter, keeping you up to date with what's happening in the Parkinson's community across Scotland. Our August 2020 issue is full of information to help our community face the future, together.
Support during the coronavirus pandemic
Parkinson's UK in Scotland
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Find local services, activities and support
Note: Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, our in-person events and activities were suspended. Some of our in-person events and activities are now restarting. We're phasing a gradual return. Search to see what activities and groups may be available to you locally, or contact a local member of staff. Some activities have moved online. Join the online community here on Facebook. See more about Parkinson’s and coronavirus on our dedicated page.
More support
For more support take a look at Aliss (a local information system for Scotland), which can help you find foodbanks, money advice, mental health support and more.
Local advisers in Scotland
Our team of 9 Parkinson's local advisers provide free and confidential one-to-one information and support to people with Parkinson's, their families and carers. They help people understand the impact of their condition, their rights, benefits advice and how to access local support and services.
For any questions about Parkinson's local advisers in your area contact Louise Buchanan, Service Manager on 0344 225 3728 or sm.scotlan[email protected].
Help us guarantee critical support
Because of the coronavirus crisis, over a million people with Parkinson’s, family members, friends and carers in the UK need us more than ever.
You can help us build an online community for people who are isolated, provide more tailored exercise-classes, and boost our helpline capacity.
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Useful contacts
For all general enquiries and to send donations, please contact:
- Tel: 0344 225 3724
General enquiries: [email protected]
Fundraising enquiries: [email protected]
Or write to: Parkinson's UK Scotland, Suite 1-14, King James VI Business Centre, Riverview Business Park, Friarton Road, Perth PH2 8DY
If you're a local business, community organisation or individual interested in fundraising contact:
- Leah Cranney, Regional Fundraiser - North Scotland
Tel: 01738 231 274
Email: [email protected] - Jan Mattison, Regional Fundraiser - West Scotland
Tel: 01738 231 273
Email: [email protected] - Denise McNiven, Scotland and Northern Ireland Fundraising Manager
Tel: 01738 231 272
Email: [email protected] - Rebecca Ratcliffe, Scotland and Northern Ireland Fundraising and Events Coordinator
Tel: 01738 231 271
Email: [email protected]
To talk about trusts and foundations contact:
- Claire McNeill, Scotland Trusts and Statutory Fundraiser
Tel: 01738 231 276
Email: [email protected]
Our fundraisers organise a huge range of Parkinson's UK events and activities and support individuals and community groups to raise money. Take a look at fundraising ideas and events - what could you do?
If you have any concerns about Parkinson's services and support in your area, please contact:
- Chloe Macmillan, Area Development Manager (Scotland South, Central, East & West)
Tel: 0300 123 3679
Email: [email protected] - Cathy Orr, Area Development Manager (Highlands, Islands & Grampian)
Contact: Cathy Orr, Area Development Manager
Tel: 0344 225 9831
Email: corr@parkinsons.org.uk
Chloe and Cathy identify the local needs of the Parkinson's community. They work with people with Parkinson's, family members, carers, volunteers and health and social care professionals to identify gaps in services.
They work closely with Mary Ellmers, our service improvement adviser.
For any questions about our campaigning work in Scotland:
- Tanith Muller, Parliamentary and Campaigns Manager
Tel: 0344 225 3726
Email: tmuller@parkinsons.org.uk
Tanith's role is to make the voices of more than 12,400 people with Parkinson's in Scotland, and their families and carers, heard in Holyrood and beyond.
If you're interested in volunteering in Scotland, search our volunteer opportunities, or contact:
- Gill MacGregor, Volunteer Co-ordinator (West & South-West of Scotland)
Tel: 0344 225 9836
Email: [email protected] - Alice Hall, Volunteer Co-ordinator (North, East and South-East of Scotland)
Tel: 0344 225 3725
Email: [email protected]
Training and service improvement
Our service improvement team can provide specialist expertise to support health and social care professionals and providers to make sustainable improvements to services.
Search the education and training directory
As part of the UK Parkinson's Excellence Network, our education team supports and enables health and social care professionals to understand Parkinson's and continue to improve their practice.
To find out more, please contact our service improvement manager for Scotland:
- Mary Ellmers
Tel: 0344 225 3723
Email: [email protected]
For all media enquiries please contact:
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Tanith Muller, Parliamentary and Campaigns Manager
Tel: 07899 064 087
Email: [email protected]
Visit our press page for the latest media releases from the Scotland team.
You can keep up to date with what's happening across Scotland on our Facebook page.
Or, follow us and get in touch via Twitter.
To get in touch with the country director:
- Annie Macleod, Director Parkinson's UK Scotland
Tel: 0207 963 9350
Email: amacleod@parkinsons.org.uk