Parkinson’s UK Aims to Raise £9m in Largest-Ever Fundraising Appeal

Parkinson’s UK has announced plans to raise £9m over three years in its largest-ever fundraising appeal.

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The charity unveiled its Nurse Appeal, which aims to raise the money to increase its specialist nursing workforce and provide training and education for health professionals.  It has already secured £4m for the appeal through donations from institutions including Frank Brake Charitable Trust, the National Garden Scheme and Garfield Weston Foundation, and is now asking the public to help raise the remaining £5m. Its appeal could help to fund 25 Parkinson’s nurses, 30 allied health professionals, six clinical fellowships and extra training in Parkinson’s care for healthcare professionals. Read the full piece here.