South London Younger Parkinson’s Network (SLYPN) is a support network for younger people, who are working age and live with Parkinson’s in South London.
SLYPN are heavily involved in fundraising and have raised £268,000 through our SLYPN Just Giving page, individual Just Giving & Virgin pages, individual donations and events, schools, grants, company sponsorships and finally The National Lottery. A BIG thank you to all our wonderful supporters, who have been with us on this journey and let’s hope we help find a cure for Parkinson’s too! We also make sure every penny raised goes towards research for a Parkinson’s cure.
1 in 20 people diagnosed with Parkinson’s is under 40, the SLYPN is affiliated to Parkinson’s UK and provides a valuable support network to people diagnosed with Parkinson’s at a young age. Founders, Helen Stoinanov, Kate Wellington & Sarah Webb created it in 2011 to support the South London demographic who could not meet during the day, but wanted to find out more about symptoms, medication, treatments and to find general support.
South London Young Parkinson’s Network members are invited to regular coffee meet-ups, drinks and activities, plus our fundraising events – see the Our Community and Fundraising Events pages for more details.
Our Mannequin (Freezing) Challenge – for Parkinson’s UK
Imagine suddenly not being able to move as you're rushing to cross the street, or making a cup of tea. For some people with Parkinson's, freezing isn't a choice, it's part of everyday life. Your small donation can help us make a difference to people affected by...
Sarah Webb in the Daily Mail
SLYPN's founder Sarah Webb has been interviewed by the Daily Mail about her experience with Parkinson's. Here is the opening extract from the piece: The morning rush to get the children ready for school can be stressful for any parent. But for Sarah Webb, 46, from...
@Parkinsons52 – follow our updates this week
The Young Parkinsons Network has been looking for 52 people from the global #parkinsons community to take part in @Parkinsons52. They wanted to recruit people living with Parkinson’s - and/or their partner - to tweet for one week on their dedicated page and share...