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Social Prescribing Resource Sheet:
Parkinsons
Parkinsons
This resource sheet includes a selection of services, tools, and organisations that others have found helpful.
If you require further support in accessing these, or other services, please contact the Social Prescribing Team on 01308 428943 or contact us via our online form.
Social Prescribing is available at your GP Surgery
If you live in Bridport, Beaminster, Lyme Regis or the wider West Dorset area, you can speak directly with our Social Prescribers and Care Coordinators - no referral needed.
- Support with finances
- Getting Active
- Hobbies and Interests
- Connecting to Community
- Supporting wellbeing
- Help with Long Term Conditions
The Dorset Nurse-Led Parkinson’s Disease Service
Parkinson’s is a slowly progressive neurological condition that occurs when cells are lost from the part of the brain that controls movement. Parkinson’s affects every person differently. The symptoms and rate of progression vary from person to person. The Dorset Nurse-Led Parkinson’s Disease Service offer support to patients and their Carers.
The service can be contacted Monday – Friday 7.30am to 5.00pm (excluding Wednesdays) and except Bank Holidays.
They can support with:
- Early Intervention
- proactive review
- Self-Management
- Food and drink
- Treatment
- Lifestyle changes
- Activity
- Managing symptoms
- What to do if you feel unwell
Contact: Carole Walker – Parkinson’s Disease Nurse Specialist (Blandford Community Hospital)
Telephone: 01258 394127
Local support groups
There are some Parkinson’s support groups that run locally.
Bridport and District Parkinson’s Support Group
Location: St Swithun’s Church Hall Bridport
When: 4th Tuesday of the month 2.00pm to 4.00pm
Contact: Frances Morgan 07876 692006
Parkinson’s Tripudio Exercise Class
Location: St Swithun’s Church Hall Bridport
When: Tuesdays Fortnightly 11.15am to 12.15pm
Lyme Regis Parkinson’s Support Group
Location: Lyme Regis Power Boat Club, Monmouth Beach, Lyme Regis DT7 3LE
When: 2nd Tuesday of the month 2.00pm to 3.30pm
Contact: Visit the Lyme Regis Parkinson’s Support Group website (contact Spehanie Coulsdon via the website)
Weymouth and Dorchester Parkinson’s Support
Location: Upwey and Broadwey Memorial Hall DT3 5NG
Telephone: 01305 835108
Parkinson’s UK
There is support available through Parkinson’s UK's website. They have a free helpline with trained advisers. If you need more in depth support the advisor can put you through to the South West Team or local support.
You can get support with things like:
- Emotional support
- Rights and entitlements
- Navigating the benefits process
- Grants and financial help
- Carer support
Website: Visit the Parkinson’s UK website
Telephone: 0808 800 0303
Further Information
While we hope you may find something here that supports you, please note that these resources are not all officially endorsed by the NHS. We endeavour to ensure that all listings are accurate and up to date, but please be aware that we cannot guarantee this at all times.
If you are a local service, organisation or group that would like to be included in this guide, please contact us via secure online form or call the PCN Admin Team on 01308 801810 and tell us about your support offering.
Last updated: July 2025.