Welcome to the Essendon Parkinson’s Support Group Inc.
Do you live with Parkinson’s? Or do you care for someone with Parkinson’s?
If so, you know your life can be full of day-to-day challenges. You don’t have to feel alone, come and meet with us and you will find you are not alone on the Parkinson’s journey.
About Us
We are a support group run by dedicated volunteers, who meet regularly in a relaxed welcoming environment, we aim to provide those living or caring for someone with Parkinson’s Disease the opportunity to learn more about the disease and to enjoy the company of others who share similar experiences, situations and challenges.
Our group has provided support for over 20 years to those who live with Parkinson’s. We come from many backgrounds. The level of disability within our group varies, as no two people with Parkinson’s share the same symptoms. While some of our members are recently diagnosed some have been living with Parkinson’s for over 20 years. Our support group includes members ranging in age from the 50’s to 80’s.
Meetings
Meetings are informal and friendly, and provide information about Parkinson’s Disease, speakers of interest and other activities.
A highlight of each meeting is afternoon tea. A wonderful oppourtunity to relax, chat and share personal experiences with others.
Meetings are held
2nd Wednesday each month (February to November)
1.30—3.30pm
Aberfeldie Baptist Church Hall, 3 – 5 Price Street, Essendon, 3040
(Parking is available, the venue is wheelchair accessible and has a disabled toilet)
To help cover hall rental and running costs annual membership fees of $25 are collected each March/April.
Painting with Parkinson’s
Thursdays 10am – 12noon (during school terms)
Aberfeldie Baptist Church Hall, 3 – 5 Price Street, Essendon, 3040
These relaxed sessions are open to both members and carers. No previous art experience is needed and all art supplies are provided. Currently there is no fee to attend the sessions.
Meeting Dates Presentations/Activities 2025
Wednesday February 12th 2025
Presentation by our Painting/Activities Group
Speaker: Margaret Nickson former President and Group Organiser
Wednesday March 12th 2025
Presentation by Paul Soong, ‘AI for dummies’
Wednesday April 9th 2025
Picnic in Brimbank Park
Wednesday May 14th 2025
‘Round Robin’ and Trivia Competition
Wednesday June 11th 2025
Van, ‘Upcoming Changes to Aged Care’
Wednesday July 9th 2025
Rebecca, Exercise Physiologist, ‘Exercise and Parkinson’s’
Wednesday August 13th 2025
Annual General Meeting
Wednesday September 10th 2025
To be advised,
Wednesday October 15th 2025, 12.30-2.30pm
Carer’s Week Light, Lunch and visit from Fight Parkinson’s
Wednesday November 12th 2025
End of Year Function details to be advised
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please contact us either by filling in our contact form or contacting us directly via email or phone.
However please keep in mind we are a volunteer group and contact may not be immediate.
0438 219 434 (ring or text)
Fight Parkinson’s
Essendon Parkinson’s Support Group recommends people with Parkinson’s consider becoming a member of Fight Parkinson’s.
Fight Parkinson’s (formerly known as Parkinson’s Victoria) is a leading source of specialised health information, advice, and services. Through research, education, and support, they strive to improve the lives of people living with Parkinson’s or Atypical Parkinson’s (PSP, MSA and CBS). Our group liaise with them regularly.
Fight Parkinson’s can advise of other support groups in Metropolitan and Rural areas of Victoria.
We gratefully acknowledge the contributions of the following organisations who support the Essendon Parkinson’s Support Group Inc.
