Our next Café is on Monday 11th April at 10.30am, at our usual venue of Butterflies Café, within Marchmont St Giles, Kilgraston Road.
We are extremely happy to confirm that Parkinson’s Local Adviser, Shona Lawson will be there.
Shona provides advice and support for the newly diagnosed, and hints and tips for all PWPs.
Do come along if you can. All are welcome and we look forward to seeing you.
From the Parkinson’s UK website is the following information:
“Parkinson’s local advisers have a wide range of knowledge and expertise about Parkinson’s. They can help if you:
- have just been diagnosed and are looking for advice and information
- are looking for tips on how to deal with the day-to-day impact of Parkinson’s
- need support with caring for a partner, friend or family member with Parkinson’s
- need emotional support
- want to find out more about the services available in your area
- want to learn about your rights and entitlements
- need help navigating the benefits process
- need information on where to find grants and financial help
- are looking for support on employment issues
- need support with anything else relating to your life with Parkinson’s”