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Welcome

Welcome to the Shrewsbury Branch of Parkinson’s UK. We are a group of local people who have, care for, or know someone who is affected by Parkinson’s. The condition affects individuals differently.

 

At the early stages of diagnosis there can be a lot of anxiety and shock as we come to terms with Parkinson’s and we all need to have a safe place to be able to talk about it.

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About Us

At our branch activities you will find a warm welcome and opportunities to talk to people about their experience of living with Parkinson’s. 

 

As exercise pays such a huge part in maintaining mobility and balance we provide regular Physiotherapy group sessions along with Speech Therapy group sessions.  The dates are listed on our events calendar.

 

We occasionally organise activities away from our regular Branch meeting venue.

 

Our funds are raised through local initiatives, sponsored events, bequests and generous donations so that we can pay for these activities.  A portion of our funds go to support the work of Parkinson’s UK for their ongoing research and studies. Donations are always welcome.

We also have a Facebook page 

Shrewsbury Friends of Parkinson's

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095525734608

Our Social Meetings

Social Branch Meetings - please check dates on events calendar

On the 3rd Wednesday of the month 11am -12.15 pm we hold our Branch get-together where we regularly have a speaker. Sometimes this is informative on health-related issues, some talks are of general Interest and some just for fun. We always enjoy a cup of Tea/Coffee, a cake or a biscuit and have time to chat together. Often we find that someone else is facing the same issue as ourselves and we can share ways of managing any challenges we may have. 

Branch Social meetings held at:

The Beaconsfield Club

Meadow Place

Shrewsbury

SY1 1PD

Opposite the bus station, vehicle access via Raven Meadows.  As parking is limited we suggest passengers be dropped off and drivers use pay and display Raven Meadows Multi Storey car park SY1 1PL

Physiotherapy Sessions - please check dates on events calendar

Physiotherapy group sessions are held on the 2nd & 4th Mondays 11am - 12pm. All sessions are led by a registered  Neuro Physiotherapist, Jade who also suggests https://pdwarrior.com.au/10-core-exercises.

Please bring a bottle of water to drink as access to kitchen may not be available.

 We suggest you wear loose clothing and trainers or similar.

Physiotherapy Sessions held at:

'Central' (first floor)

Claremont Baptist Church

Claremont Street

Shrewsbury

SY1 1QG  (fully accessible)

Palmers café on ground floor and bottles of water can be purchased prior to class.

On street Blue Badge Parking (limited)

Pay & Display car parks nearby


Speech and Language Sessions - please check dates on events calendar

Speech and Language group sessions, are held on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays 2pm - 3pm. These hour-long interactive sessions are led by qualified Speech Therapist, Jo Lewis.

Please contact Jo on her mobile number, 07305 192887 before your first session as places are limited.

Also if you are unable to attend and have been regularly going to sessions please let Jo know.

 

Please bring a bottle of water to drink as we do not have kitchen access.

Speech Therapy Sessions held at:

Radbrook Community Centre

Calverton Way

Shrewsbury

SY3 6DZ

 

Free parking available, public transport nearby

Longtime friends
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Events Calendar

Click on event for details

Our Mission
Together we will find a cure and improve life for everybody affected by Parkinsons. 
Our Values

People first
We're a strong movement for change, informed, shaped and powered by people affected by Parkinson's. We value and support each other. 

Uniting
We're people with Parkinson's, scientists and supporters, fundraisers and families, carers and clinicians. We're working, side by side, to improve the lives of everyone affected by Parkinson's.

Pioneering 
We innovate across everything we do. Creative, courageous and with pioneering spirit, we strive to continually improve. 

Driven

We live and breathe our purpose we set clear goals and strive to deliver the greatest impact for everyone affected by Parkinsons.

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Shrewsbury Branch Contacts

Shrewsbury Branch Secretary 

sec.shrewsbury.parkinsons@gmail.com

Shrewsbury Branch Volunteers

07879 338895

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