Real People. Real Conversations. Real Support.
Living with Parkinson's can be challenging, but nobody should have to face it alone. Through Parkinson's Pals, Parkie Farts, PD Secrets, and my public speaking work, I'm building a positive community where people affected by Parkinson's can connect, share experiences, find support, and sometimes have a laugh along the way. Whether you're living with Parkinson's, supporting someone who is, struggling with the hidden challenges of the condition, or simply looking for hope and understanding, you'll find a warm welcome here. No miracle cures. No judgement. Just honest conversations, lived experience, peer support, and a determination to help people live well despite Parkinson's. Together, we'll talk, laugh, learn, support one another, and prove that Parkinson's may affect how we move—but it doesn't get to decide how we live.
Parkinson's Pals
Free online peer-support group for people living with Parkinson's and those who care for them. We meet every Monday evening from 17:00 to 21:00 GMT, creating a welcoming space where people can connect, share experiences, support each other, and, whenever possible, have a laugh together. This isn't therapy. This isn't a lecture. And we're certainly not claiming to have all the answers. What we do offer is something equally valuable: People who genuinely understand.
Join Us!
Contact us to receive your link invitation and join our growing community. On computers/laptops simply click a link and you are in! On mobil devices and tablets* a free dedicated app is needed. If in doubt, contacts us and we will guide you!
What Can You Expect?
- Friendly and informal conversations
- Support from people who "get it"
- Space to share challenges and successes Laughter, encouragement, and friendship
- A safe, confidential, jud Pals gement-free environment
- Support for both people living with Parkinson's and their carers
Whether you've recently been diagnosed, have been living with Parkinson's for many years, or are supporting a loved one through their journey, you'll find a warm welcome waiting for you.
No Cure Offered. Just Understanding.
Living with Parkinson's can sometimes feel overwhelming, isolating, or simply exhausting. At Parkinson's Pals, we believe nobody should have to go through that alone. Sometimes the greatest support comes from hearing: "I understand." Because when people who share similar experiences come together, something powerful happens. Friendships form. Confidence grows. Hope returns. And the journey becomes a little easier to carry.
Parkie Farts
Comedy show raising awareness about Parkinson's disease. Check out social media for the next venue!
Yes, the name is cheeky... and that's exactly the point. Let's address the elephant in the room. "Parkie Farts?" Really? Absolutely. For anyone unfamiliar with Parkinson's, the title might raise an eyebrow. For many of us living with the condition, however, it perfectly captures those moments that Parkinson's throws at us when we're least expecting them. The wobble. The stumble. The dropped cup of tea. The frozen feet. The shirt wearing more of your lunch than you do. The moment you walk confidently into a room and immediately forget why you're there. You know the ones. Those little Parkinson's moments that can leave us feeling frustrated, embarrassed, or defeated. I call them Parkie Farts. Not because Parkinson's is funny. But because sometimes, laughing at what Parkinson's throws at us is far more powerful than letting it laugh at us.
More Than Just a Laugh
Parkie Farts isn't about making fun of Parkinson's. It's about refusing to let Parkinson's have the last word. When I was diagnosed, I quickly realised that Parkinson's affects much more than movement. It can affect confidence, relationships, identity, independence, and mental wellbeing. What I've learned along the way is that humour can be one of the most powerful tools we have. It helps us talk about difficult subjects. It helps us connect with others. It helps reduce feelings of fear and isolation. Most importantly, it reminds us that we are still the same people we were before Parkinson's came crashing into our lives.
Because We Are More Than Our Conditions
One of the biggest challenges of any long-term condition is figuring out who you are now. The old version of you may have changed. Some things may have been lost. Some plans may have been rewritten. But your story isn't over. Far from it. Parkie Farts is about finding a new way forward—one that's built on resilience, friendship, understanding, honesty, and the occasional belly laugh. Because living with Parkinson's isn't just about surviving. It's about continuing to live. Continuing to connect. Continuing to laugh. Continuing to be yourself.
A Community Built on Real Life
Here you'll find:Real stories from real people Honest conversations about Parkinson's and mental healthHumour, where humour help Support when life gets tough The occasional Parkie Fart moment that deserves to be shared with the world No judgement. No miracle cures. No pretending everything is okay when it isn't. Just people supporting people.
My Challenge to Parkinson's
Parkinson's may affect how I move. It may slow me down. It may occasionally leave me picking my dignity up from the floor along with whatever I've just dropped. But it doesn't get to decide who I am. And it certainly doesn't get to take away my sense of humour. So if Parkinson's wants to dance... I'm dancing too. Only I'm bringing the music, the laughter, and a whole community of people who refuse to give up. Welcome to Parkie Farts. One laugh at a time