Cafe session launches for people with Parkinson's

There is no requirement to book the cafe sessions and all are welcome, say Parkinson's UK

A new monthly cafe session has been set up in South Yorkshire for those affected by Parkinson's disease.

Parson Cross Forum in Sheffield is open on the first Thursday of every month for "a cuppa and a chat" for anyone diagnosed with the condition, as well as their friends and family.

The Parkinson's Cafe will run from 13:00 until 14:30, with no booking required.

Alison Lofas, Area Development Manager at Parkinson’s UK said "It's vital that we support everyone affected by Parkinson’s so that together, we can help each person feel empowered to regain control of their life with Parkinson’s."

“Being diagnosed with Parkinson’s can be a shock, and adapting to life with the condition is challenging for both the person affected and their loved ones," she said.

"That’s why our local groups and networks are so crucial for people in Sheffield."

Parkinson's is a degenerative neurological condition with no cure.

The main three symptoms of the condition are tremors, slowness of movement and rigidity.

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