Local Support Groups
We assist local partners in forming support groups through capacity building, funding, facilitation advice, signposting and referral of Africans affected by Parkinson's disease.
Support
Parkinson's Africa provides a variety of support services to our beneficiaries, predominatly through delivery partner organisations. These services include home visits, telephone support, facilitating access to face-to-face or virtual support groups, occupational therapy and simply providing educational materials in a variety of African local languages.
TrapCAf, a multi-site research initiative funded by the NIHR, has had a significant influence, funding, and guidance on our support group programme. Parkinson's Africa is involved with the project's Community Involvement and Engagement (CEI) work stream, learning about the lived experiences of people with Parkinson's and their carers from health professionals, community leaders, and beneficiaries.
Virtual Support Groups
Together with Adewunmi Desalu Parkinson's Foundation (ADPF), we host a welcoming and safe Virtual Support group.
Other Support and Wellbeing Activities
There are numerous activities and support services provided by numerous partner organisations. Please visit their websites via the "Our Supporters" page to learn more.