Become a member
Become a member of Parkinson's UK and join a powerful movement of people across the UK, all here to support each other, improve lives and find a cure.
Why become a member?
We have over 40,000 members across the UK, and counting. Together we're pushing for new treatments, specialist support and better health and care.
Join to get your voice heard and campaign for the changes that matter most to you.
Enzo
"My father was diagnosed 5 years ago. Since then we’ve become part of this kind of huge team."
Janet
"It's really important to tell people that Parkinson's is more than they think it is."
Gary, Amy and James
"Whether you do something big or small, it makes you feel good. Anyone can get involved."
Paul
"Membership is a place where you can advocate and take action as part of an amazing community. The bigger we are, the louder our voice."
Members drive absolutely everything Parkinson's UK does
You can volunteer. Campaign. Share your experience. Join your local group. Improve services for people living with Parkinson's. Raise money for pioneering research. Take part in a clinical trial.
Have your say in how we run the charity and hold us to account. Make sure our plans and priorities reflect your lived experience of Parkinson's and what matters to you most. It's all about coming together and doing whatever we can to improve life for people with Parkinson's, families, friends and carers.
There's no pressure to get involved. But if you do, we'll work together to make the biggest impact possible.
As a member, you'll get -
Hear about campaigns, research opportunities, and news from the charity.
When you join, we'll send you a Parkinson’s UK membership card and pin badge.
You'll get discounts from our partners on everything from supplements to stairlifts, accessible bathrooms to adjustable beds.
The Parkinson is packed with information and tips to help you and your loved ones navigate life with Parkinson’s. Progress has the latest updates on research into new treatments.
Get in touch
If you don't want to sign-up online, you can:
- call our Supporter Care team on 0800 138 6593 or email [email protected]
- download, print and complete our membership joining form (PDF, 3.7MB) and post it back to FREEPOST RTHX-HZAB-GSKK, Parkinson’s UK Membership, 126 Fairlie Road, Slough SL1 4PY.
For other membership queries
Our friendly Supporter Care team is on hand to answer any questions about membership and how to join in. Please call 0800 138 6593 or email [email protected].
What our members do
As a member you'll have the opportunity to influence the charity’s plans and priorities. Attend our annual general meeting (AGM), vote for trustees, or even become a trustee yourself.
Meet our current board of trustees and hear about why they joined.
Our local Parkinson's groups are set up and run by our members.
You can join your local group when you sign up to become a Parkinson's UK member.