Newly diagnosed online events

Online programmes, webinars and events for people newly diagnosed with Parkinson's and their friends, family members and supporters. 

Welcome Sessions

Our welcome sessions are a chance to share your diagnosis and connect with others who have also been recently diagnosed. There's an introduction to our support and how to access it.

Please note, you only need to book 1 session.

If you are attending with a family member, friend or supporter, please book 2 places. 

Book your place

January 2025:

Tuesday 7 January 2025 at 10am - Book your place on Eventbrite

Thursday 9 January 2025 at 6.30pm - Book your place on Eventbrite

March 2025:

Monday 3 March 2025 at 10am - Book your place on Eventbrite

Wednesday 5 March 2025 at 6.30pm - Book your place on Eventbrite

April 2025:

Tuesday 1 April 2025 at 10am - Book your place on Eventbrite

Thursday 3 April 2025 at 6.30pm - Book your place on Eventbrite

May 2025:

Tuesday 6 May 2025 at 6.30pm - Book your place on Eventbrite

Thursday 8 May 2025 at 10am - Book your place on Eventbrite

June 2025:

Monday 2 June 2025 at 6.30pm - Book your place on Eventbrite

Wednesday 4 June 2025 at 10am - Book your place on Eventbrite 

Webinars

Join our free live webinars throughout the year on different aspects of being newly diagnosed with Parkinson's. Webinar dates and times are announced 4 weeks before the event. You can find upcoming and past webinar recordings below. 

Upcoming webinars

February 2025:

Newly Diagnosed with Parkinson's - Navigating emotional wellbeing webinar

Recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s? Let’s talk about emotional wellbeing. Join our webinar on Wednesday 5 February at 7pm to hear from our panel as they reflect on their diagnosis experience and how they navigated the challenges of the early months. We’ll also explore some of the ways our community bolsters wellbeing and ways to seek additional support.

Bring along your questions for our panel or send them in advance on the booking form.

Book your place on the "Newly Diagnosed with Parkinson's - Navigating emotional wellbeing" webinar on Eventbrite.

Past webinar recordings

November 2024: Friends, family and supporters

Do you support someone Newly Diagnosed with Parkinson’s? This webinar is dedicated to those all important people making up the support network. We’ve covered some ‘need to knows’ when someone you know is first diagnosed, trusted sources of information and what it's like to be where you are now. You’re not alone!

Watch "Friends, family and supporters" on Youtube.

July 2024: Told to get active but don’t know where to start?

Why is activity so important in managing Parkinson’s? Hear from a panel with lived experience of Parkinson’s on how to move from reluctance to routine. We’ve covered some of the science, the challenges, and tips and tricks to make physical activity work for you. If you're looking for knowledge, understanding or inspiration, this webinar is for you!

Watch "Told to get active but don’t know where to start?" on YouTube.

April 2024: Parkinson's diagnosis – what you wish you had asked

Since your diagnosis, there may be things you wish you had asked. Hear from our panel of experts including specialists and people with lived experience of Parkinson's answering some of those questions. 

Watch "Parkinson's diagnosis – what you wish you had asked" on YouTube.

First Steps

First Steps is our online programme for people recently diagnosed with Parkinson's and their family, friends and supporters. 

In 3 sessions, we’ll help you to take the first steps in making sense of your diagnosis. And we’ll empower you to start living well with Parkinson’s by providing you with the information and support you need.

Contact us

If you have any questions about any of these events, contact the Newly Diagnosed team at [email protected].