Living with progressing Parkinson’s

A practical guide designed for you

Parkinson’s is a complex condition that involves many stages. One of these stages is often referred to as ‘advanced Parkinson’s’.

Navigating the progression of your Parkinson's can be tough. It is essential to recognise that changing symptoms is not a reflection of past management or treatment success.

Rather, your Parkinson’s may be considered to have ‘progressed’ or ‘advanced’ when your current management strategies are no longer consistently effective in addressing your symptoms, and the condition is starting to impact your everyday life significantly.

As symptoms become more challenging to manage, your doctor might suggest changes to your management plan or consider different approaches. This is a chance to embrace change and discover strategies that may help you continue your everyday activities as normally as possible.

There are various ways to manage advanced Parkinson’s that may help support your quality of life. This resource is designed to provide some of the information you may need to make informed decisions for you or your loved one living with advanced Parkinson’s.

If you or your loved one is experiencing any new or worsening symptoms, it is important to discuss these with your doctors and other healthcare professionals in your care team.