World Parkinson’s Day

The Community Hub, Level 1 Green Mall, MetroCentre, Gateshead

10:30am-3:30pm Tuesday 11th April 2023

Call in for a chat and a cuppa

Parkinson's Local Advisers, Dance for Parkinson's Group Performance, Accessible Yoga and more! Help us raise awareness.

Activities and information include:

  • Lisa Watson, Parkinson's UK Local Adviser available for information and support during the event

  • Information about Parkinsons UK and Northumberland/Tyne & Wear Active Persons Group

  • Colin Noutch from AdaptAbility North to discuss any driving concerns including adapted vehicles, mobility driving assessments, etc

  • Information about the NEC-RIG and research engagement

  • Limerick writing

  • Brain collage - add to our giant brain

  • Pop up Parkinsons Cafe - chance to talk to volunteers, refreshments with cash donation requested

  • 12pm and 1.15pm: Performance from Live Well and Dance with Parkinson's Performance Co-operative

  • 12.30pm: Line Dancing - public involvement encouraged at 12.30pm

  • 1.45pm: Accessible Yoga with Sally Roach - public involvement encouraged

Contact us on parkinsonsntwapb@gmail.com for more information

or find us on Facebook @parkinsonsntwapb