Parkinson's UK - Monthly Meeting

York Branch is part of the Parkinson’s UK national charity, which is here for everyone affected by Parkinson’s.
We’re a friendly community of people, based in York and the surrounding area.
Our branch:
• Supports people with Parkinson’s - and their family and friends
• Offers friendship and a meeting point
• Offers a range of classes and activities for fun and therapy.

We help to change attitudes too. Our branch raises public awareness of Parkinson’s through:
• Fundraising events
• Presence at other types of events
• Liaison with NHS and other organisations.

Our Monthly Meeting
Our monthly meeting is a great place to help you get to know us. We meet on the second Wednesday each month, except June and December. Our meetings are at 2pm in the Folk Hall at New Earswick.

We invite entertaining speakers on a wide range of topics, some but not all related to Parkinson’s. Or we might have a music session, or a quiz.

You are welcome to just come along on the day. Our committee members will welcome you at the door and help you get to know other members. Or email Linda at info@yorkparkinsons.co.uk if you’d like to have a chat first.

Our Exercise and Therapeutic Classes
people with Parkinson’s and you’ll get a warm welcome at any of them.
In person activities include:
• General exercise for all - weekly on Tuesdays
• PD Power Circuits for those who like to feel the burn -weekly on Thursdays
• Dance for Parkinson's - weekly on Fridays
• Art - weekly on Thursdays
• Nordic Walking - our latest venture, in partnership with Nordic Strides! Learn the Nordic Walking
technique and then join our regular walks.

Online classes via Zoom include:
• Rise & Shine Pilates - weekly on Mondays
• General exercise for all - weekly on Tuesdays.

Members pay a modest contribution towards the cost of running our classes.

More events with our branch.
Each year we organise a coach outing to places of interest in Yorkshire.
We’ve visited Harlow Carr near Harrogate, Ryedale Folk Museum on the edge of the North York Moors, and
Burton Agnes Hall on the Wolds. Each year we’ll make a trip to a new place.

December
Join us for our Christmas lunch in a warm and welcoming venue. We can guarantee a delicious meal and good
company.

Email us to find out about our monthly meeting, classes or other events info@yorkparkinsons.co.uk
Get all our up to date news. Sign up for our email newsletter info@yorkparkinsons.co.uk

Visit our website www.yorkparkinsons.co.uk

Find us on Facebook ‘York Parkinsons Group’

Our volunteers are ready to offer support and friendship to people with Parkinson’s and their families and friends.
So if you or someone you know are affected by Parkinson’s please get in touch: info@yorkparkinsons.co.uk

Need someone to talk to? Call Sue on 07834 637003
Or call the Parkinson’s UK national helpline FREE on 0808 800 0303

Our fundraising allows us to host a range of classes and events for our members. And it contributes to
Parkinson’s UK national and international research towards treatments and eventually a cure.

Donate now to help our vital work:
Parkinsons UK York Branch  Sort Code: 20-00-00 Account Number: 23732452 Ref: Reason for the deposit

We continually review the activity programme.
Give us your ideas  Email: info@yorkparkinsons.co.uk