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At the heart of Parkinson’s UK is our free and confidential Helpline which thousands of people turn to each year for practical advice and specialist support. Funds raised will help us to reach as many people as possible, so that no one living with Parkinson's has to feel alone or isolated. Thank you to the Mace Foundation and Candis for matching donations.
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Situation
Many people with Parkinson's are told the devastating news that they have the condition and then are given only 15 minutes a year with a healthcare specialist, and little additional support. People can become hopeless, unsure how to manage their complex medication and how to deal with their symptoms, and find themselves feeling they have nowhere to turn. A Parkinson's diagnosis can cause people to become isolated, lose their independence, sense of self, and control over their body and mind.
Solution
Parkinson's UK fills the gaps the overstretched NHS can't. We offer a range of support services with our Helpline at the forefront, the first point of contact for people to access the right help. It's available to people with Parkinson's, carers and loved ones, and they can speak at length with trained advisers and specialists, helping people cope with the emotional impact, progressing symptoms, medication challenges, and hands-on expertise with issues including benefits and employment.
