NAMBUCCA Valley Parkinson’s Support Group is calling on anyone impacted by the neurodegenerative disease to reach out or consider attending a meeting.
That includes people living with Parkinson’s disease, their families or carers.
The group provides a welcoming and supportive environment to share experiences, access information, and connect with others in the local community.
The meetings are at 10:00am on the second Tuesday of each month at the Macksville Ex-Services Club.
As a long-term, progressive and degenerative disease, people living with Parkinson’s can become socially isolated and detached from the local community, according to Support Group leader Jenny Zirkler.
“Our Parkinson’s support group provides a safe space for people living with Parkinson’s and their carers, who can also become isolated,” Jenny said.
“Support groups enable connection with people who understand and care about your situation.
“They provide an opportunity to develop friendships in an environment where you can have open and frank conversations about your situation.
“Another benefit is that our local Parkinson’s Specialist Nurse attends meetings and there are also other informative guest speakers on the agenda.
“Our meetings are a great place to obtain information on the latest in Parkinson’s treatments and research.”
The Nambucca Valley group is part of a network of community-based support groups coordinated by Parkinson’s NSW, the peak body providing advocacy, education, and support services for people living with the disease across the state.
For more information contact Support Group leader Jenny Zirkler on 0460 404 686.
By Andrea FERRARI
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