Bracknell and District Branch
Bracknell & District Branch
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The news is listed with the most recent events in the top left below and later events published further down the page, or on subsequent pages by choosing a link at the bottom of the page. To open an item, click on the title, the image (if one is present, or the “read more” link. The item will open full screen revealing the details of the item.
While some events may be listed below, you can also check our calendar which contains the latest information on the weekly activities of Parkinson’s Bracknell and District Branch. You can locate that page by following this link: Parkinson’s Bracknell Diary.
Parkinson’s Awareness at Frimley Hospital
Frimley Hospital Parkinson's Awareness Event Our branch had an awareness stand at Frimley Hospital to mark World Parkinson’s Day on 11th April. The stand was organised by one of our Parkinson’s Nurses Evphi Kalkantera who is pictured right alongside Will Hague and...
‘Merry Xmas Everybody’
Bracknell Parkinson’s group enjoyed a lively and upbeat start to their annual Christmas party this year when they were entertained by members of Camberley u3a ukulele group. The talented and enthusiastic ukulele players performed a number of Christmas classics,...
Christmas Lunch 2022
Bracknell Parkinson’s group recently enjoyed a delicious Christmas lunch at The Oakingham Belle, Wokingham. This was a new venue for the annual Christmas lunch which was attended by over forty members and their carers. Thanks must go to Wendy for all the arranging,...
Raining Money at Longacres
Despite some very heavy rain showers we had a successful collection at Longacres in Bagshot on Saturday 3rd September. We raised £379, and our new card reader was extremely useful. Our thanks to everyone who generously donated money to us and also thanks to the...
Afternoon Tea Party
Members of Bracknell & District Parkinsons Branch recently enjoyed a delicious afternoon tea which was kindly hosted by Wendy Richardson in her garden. Altogether 26 members attended and had a great time sampling the excellent tea, sandwiches and cakes whilst also...
New Branch Chair!
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Gill Campbell as our new Branch Chair in succession to Kay who retired earlier in the year at the Branch AGM after many years’ service. Gill has been a member of the Branch for many years and, following the AGM, put...
Windlesham Fete Stall
The Bracknell and District Parkinson's Branch took a stall at the Windlesham Fete in the Windlesham Field of Remembrance. This was mainly a bric-a-brac stall together with general donations and raising awareness of the Branch and its support to local people with...
All Aboard the Watercress Line!
Fifty members of Bracknell & District Parkinson’s Branch recently enjoyed a relaxing afternoon’s excursion on the Mid-Hants Steam Railway - The Watercress Line. The heritage steam train departed from Alresford station, calling at Ropley, Medstead and Four Marks,...
Fundraising Success at Tesco
The Bracknell & District Parkinson’s Branch have held two successful collections at local Tesco stores over the summer. These have been our first face to face fund-raisers since the COVID restrictions were lifted. The first was a collection at Tesco Martins Heron...
Free Bracknell Leisure Centre membership
We have been advised of a promotion with Everyone Active Leisure centres through which people with Parkinson’s, and some carers, can have free membership! The membership entitles use of the gym, swimming pool, and group exercise classes and so is very generous....
AbilityNet Technology Support
AbilityNet are a charity that provide a range of free services relating to use of computers, the internet and smart technology for disabled people, their family and friends, their employers and other people who care for them. They can provide help either via the...
New Counselling Service
The Branch is currently trialling a subsidised Counselling Service for its members, carers, and those widowed under which counselling support and advice can be given. For more information please see this page
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