WELCOME TO PARKINSON'S TASMANIA
Parkinson’s Tasmania is a voluntary non-profit organisation providing support for people living with Parkinson’s their carers
and families. We also provide educational resources for those affected by Parkinson’s.
Our primary functions and goals are:
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Connection through bringing together people living with Parkinson's, their families, care partners, health professionals, researchers and supporters.
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Collaboration through the sharing of knowledge, lived experience and new ideas that can improve outcomes for our Parkinson's community.
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Community through creating a welcoming space where people feel supported, understood and empowered.
Join our Support Groups
We facilitate a number of support groups that hold monthly meetings with a variety of guest speakers. All venues are working with COVID-19 regulations provided by Workspace Standards. If you would like to find out more information about Parkinson's or you would like to find support in your area click here.
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recently diagnosed
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living with PSP, CBS, MSA
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living with Parkinson's
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caring for someone
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young with Parkinson's
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a Health Professional
Help test a new service for people diagnosed with Parkinson's
• We are inviting people newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s in the past 12 months and their support partners
• Join a pilot program providing tailored education, information, and support for Tasmanians.
• The program has been co-designed by people living with Parkinson’s, support partners, healthcare
professionals, and community organisations.
How you can help
• Take part in the Pilot
• Attend 3 sessions (90 minutes each).•Share feedback to help improve the program
• Dates: Thursdays 12th, 19th, and 26th Nov 2026
• Time and Venue: Clarence Integrated Community Centre (CICC): 10:00am to 11:30am
Participation is voluntary.
Interested in taking part?
Please send your expression of interest by Tuesday 3rd Nov. We will be selecting participants
to reflect a range of people. Email or call the Tasmanian Health Service/Next Moves Project:
Email: nextmovesresearch@ths.tas.gov.au
Phone: 0424 577 809
Scan QR code to register your interest or find out more.
Recycle for Parkinson's! What a great and environmentally friendly way to support Parkinson's Tasmania!
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Step 1: Collect eligible drink containers
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Step 2: Take them to a refund point
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Step 3: Get your refund/make a donation
Click here for more information and to see where drop off points are (there are 49 refund points across Tassie).
All eligible drink containers get you a 10 cent refund that you can choose to keep for yourself or donate to Parkinson's Tasmania!
From L to R: Prof Tracey Dickson (UTAS), Prof Michele Callisaya (UTAS), Mike Whitehouse OAM (PTAS), Dr Harley Stanton (W4P), Prof Jane Alty (UTAS/PTAS), Claire Myers (Chair + President PTAS), Assoc Prof Barb de Graaff (UTAS).
The National Parkinson's Action Plan (NPAP) was launched in Canberra on 24 March 2026 as a result of people with Parkinson's making their voices heard. It aims to support improved responses to the needs of the Parkinson's community through better care and support for people with Parkinson's, along with their families and care partners. Parkinson's Tasmania is a proud founding member of the National Parkinson's Alliance (NPA). Our Chair + President Claire Myers is a Director of the NPA ensuring Tasmania has a strong and loud voice at the table. Thank you to our members and the broader Tasmanian community that participated in the national survey (over 5,700 participants).
We have a lot of work ahead of us to deliver the key priorities, including:
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Tackling stigma
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Strengthening prevention
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Improving accurate/timely diagnosis
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Improving coordination of care
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Building workforce capacity
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Improving data/maximising impact of research
