About Parkinson’s SA

logo_blue_small2.gif Parkinson's SA provides support services in South Australia for people with Parkinson's Disease (PD) and their families. The challenge for people with PD is to manage their condition so they can enjoy quality of life. In recognising the varied needs of people with Parkinson's (PWP), the organisation directs its activities towards programs that encourage self management of the condition.

The Aims of Parkinson's SA Include:

  • Providing direct services to assist PWP and their families in coping with management problems arising from the condition.
  • Providing information to PWP, their carers and health professionals.
  • Facilitating contact with appropriate community resources.
  • Promoting public awareness through community education.

What We Offer

  • A newsletter maintains regular contact with our members and informs them about various aspects of PD management, as well as the activities of the organisation.
  • Information – a wide range of library material, fact sheets and other printed information is available.
  • Education seminars, workshops and conferences help educate PWP, carers and health professionals about management of the condition.
  • Videos – a variety of videos dealing with many aspects of PD are available from the organisation for loan or purchase.
  • Individual and family support – counseling and support are available from other PWP and from qualified staff.
  • Group support – regional groups meet regularly throughout the State.
  • Information about and referral to other community services.

Membership is open to people with Parkinson's, relatives and health professionals. The annual subscription is $30.00. This includes bi-monthly newsletters and subsidised specialist nursing services. New members are always welcome and members are encouraged to drop in and make use of the organisation's resources.

Parkinson's SA has minimal staff supported by enthusiastic volunteers. Members are cordially invited to help with administration tasks.

The organisation does not give advice on individual medical matters and treatment, but works closely with its medical advisors and other professionals.