Parkinson’s Tasmania Community Seminar – Hobart 2025

Parkinson’s Tasmania Community Seminar – Hobart 2025

Join us for the 2025 Parkinson’s Tasmania Community Seminar, a free and informative event for people living with Parkinson’s, their families, and carers.

• Saturday 17 May
  
• University of Tasmania, Hobart 
  The Menzies Institute for Medical Research
  Medical Science Precinct
  Ground Floor - 17 Liverpool St, Hobart TAS 7000
• 9:45am – 3:00pm
• Free to attend – registration required
  
  

This special event will bring together expert speakers to discuss the latest in Parkinson’s research and treatment, practical strategies for living well, and navigating care and support systems. The agenda includes presentations from leading neurologists, allied health professionals, legal and financial experts, and lived experience voices.

Topics include:

• Updates on Parkinson’s diagnosis and treatment
• Everyday tips for work and life
• Superannuation, insurance, and employment rights
• Navigating NDIS, MAC, and support pathways
• Mindfulness and wellbeing
• Dedicated sessions for both people living with Parkinson’s and their carers

Featuring:

• Claire Myers, Parkinson’s Tasmania
• Dr Richard Blaze, Canterbury Neurology (Melbourne)
• Victor McConvey OAM, Fight Parkinson’s (VIC)
• Liz Stenhouse, Occupational Therapist
• Craig Parrish and Maurice Blackburn
• Jessie Beaty, Royal Hobart Hospital
• Larissa Bartlett, Mindfulness Facilitator

Supported by City of Hobart and proudly co-hosted by Parkinson’s Tasmania and Fight Parkinson’s.