Parkinson’s UK
Information and resources about Parkinson’s.
Support Services
A starting point for support.
Friendly local connections and useful organisations, shared by Kerry.
How We Fit Together
Parkies Pals – local belonging
Your village-based group offering:
- A friendly support café
- Space to talk openly
- Connection, comfort, and community
- A warm welcome for everyone
No membership required
Swindon Parkinson’s Activity Group (SPAG) – Regional Activities and support
Parkies Pals is part of SPAG, connecting us to a wider network across the Swindon area. SPAG provides:
- Exercise and balance classes
- Social activities and events
- Information sessions
- Practical support for families and Carers
Membership: £12.50 per year.
Contact: gfallon.parkinsons.swindon@gmail.com
Parkinson’s UK – National Guidance and Expertise
Both Parkies Pals and SPAG are supported by Parkinson’s UK, the national charity leading research, campaigning for better services, and offering practical and emotional support for everyone whose lives are affected by Parkinson’s.
Free membership (donations welcome)
Contact: 0800 138 6593
Email: membership@parkinsons.org.uk
Why this matters
Local belonging. Regional activities. National guidance. Shared expertise. Together, these layers create a strong pathway of support, from a friendly chat in Shrivenham to national progress for everyone living with Parkinson’s.
Useful organisations
Visit each organisation for up-to-date details of its services and activities.
Visit Parkinson’s UK
Swindon Parkinson’s Activity Group
Local friendship, support and activities. Contact the group for its current programme.
Parkinsons.Me
Support for families affected by Parkinson’s in Oxfordshire and Berkshire.
Fighting Fit
An organisation Kerry mentions in her story for younger people and people of working age with Parkinson’s.
Let’s Combat Micrographia
Handwriting resources and workshops shared by Kerry.
Local café connections.
Parkinson’s Cricklade Café
A local group meeting at Cricklade House Hotel and Spa, Common Hill, Cricklade, SN6 6HA.
parkinsonscafecricklade@gmail.com
Parkinson’s Café & Cake social
A local social group at Gorse Hill Community Centre, SN2 8DA.
Contact the organisers to confirm current dates, times and access arrangements.
Friendship and support
Shrivenham Park Golf Club
SN6 8EX
- When
- First Tuesday of the month
- Time
- 10am–12 noon
- Who
- All welcome
Please contact Kerry before travelling to confirm the next meeting.
Ask about coming alongA conversation is a good place to start.
Ask about the group, getting involved or finding support.