July 2019
In this issue
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A list of members who have joined us since the last Newsletter was published
Wendy Benson
Park’s Larks, continuedThe third instalment of the poetical saga of Mr Park and his family
Pen Keyte
A Guide to Walking WellGuidance and information from an internationally-led walking workshop at Oxford Brookes University
Jonathan Bromley
Keep up to date with researchA quick guide to the world of Parkinson’s research, how to get involved and how to learn more
Diana Townsend
Me and My TheracycleExperience with a new kind of exercise machine
Pen Keyte
Falling and how to prevent itExpert advice from Aimee Petrie on how to protect yourself against falls
Sally Bromley
My fall - could it be your fall?A warning from my own experience about the consequences of falling
Sally Bromley
Cream TeaOur summer garden fundraiser on 30th June
Parkinson’s UK
Employment surveyIf you are a working-age person with Parkinson’s, our parent charity needs your help in their campaigning
Pen Keyte
Recycling for Parkinson’sA new, easy-to-use recycling scheme that will help to raise money for the Branch
Ian Sargent
First Steps to Salisbury (and back)A visit to Salisbury and District Branch, with a talk on First Steps by Ian
David Salisbury
Pub Quizzes - Cheating for Parkinson’sA fun way to raise funds and raise awareness
Jonathan Bromley
Brain Awareness Week: Picturing Parkinson’s at the AshmoleanAn interactive exhibition of Parkinson’s-inspired 3-D artwork at the Ashmolean Museum to mark Brain Awareness Week
Jenyth Worsley
Picturing Parkinson’s Art WorkshopA workshop on 10th June with artist Jan Sargeant, who has Parkinson’s
Pen Keyte
Committee Profile: Kit MarriottThis month’s Committee member profile covers Kit Marriott and his work as Fundraiser
David Casey
The Great Gatsby Ball and London MarathonAstonishing fundraising efforts by Chris Casey, son of our member David
Jonathan Bromley
Getting the most out of our websiteFirst in a series featuring useful information you can find on the Branch’s own website
FarewellMembers who have passed away recently
Parkinson's UK is the operating name of the Parkinson's Disease Society of the United Kingdom.
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