Parkinson's UK
Did you know that anyone can get Parkinson’s, young or old? Every hour, 2 more people in the UK are diagnosed. It's the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world. There is currently no cure. But we are determined to change that, together.
As part of developing an inclusive and diverse place to work we feel teaming with Parkinson's UK is a perfect partnership. We hope that we can help them raise awareness and improve the lives for everyone affected by Parkinson’s.
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Led by people with Parkinson's
Genna - Designer at Next
Our partnership launched to mark World Parkinson’s Day 2021. Led by Next designer Genna Douglas, who has Parkinson’s, we launched an exclusive range of T-shirts and tote bags. The range shared positive messages of diversity, inclusion and community. And one style sold out in 2 weeks!
Alex Echo - Artist
Our second collaboration is designed by internationally-renowned artist Alex Echo, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2020. He has created bold, uplifting designs for an exclusive range of homewares and kids’ T-shirts. And 100% of the profits of the LOVE range go to Parkinson’s UK.
'Share the love' with Parkinson's UK
When Alex shared his diagnosis he found that those around him shared their love and compassion in return. Alex’s story is all about overcoming adversity through creativity, community, and ultimately by reaching out and sharing the love:
"I relished in the kindness and compassion people showed me when I was diagnosed. I want to give that back. I want to share the love."
Shop the collection online at Next.co.uk
Rainbow T-Shirt
Design Eleanor Bowmer
100% Profit to Parkinson's UK
Rainbow Velvet Cushion
Design Eleanor Bowmer
100% Profit to Parkinson's UK
White T-Shirt
Design Eleanor Bowmer
100% Profit to Parkinson's UK
100% of profits from each collaboration are helping fund support for the Parkinson's community.
Genna's Story
When Genna was diagnosed aged 39, she was struck by how much of the information available was aimed at older people.
Now she wants to make sure other young people being diagnosed have access to the right information at the right time.
Read Genna's full story here
Alex's story
In early 2020, Alex Echo was diagnosed with Parkinson’s. At first he struggled to come to terms with his diagnosis. But then, he took the opportunity to evolve and adapt.
Now he’s working with Next and Parkinson’s UK to share the love.
Read Alex's full story here
How will you share the love?
Double the love.
Donate today.
With your help, we can revolutionise Parkinson’s information and support, so nobody has to face Parkinson’s alone and everyone can receive personalised support when they need it. Share the love and donate today! Your donation will be doubled by the Connect Fund up to a total of £400,000.
Share the love.
Support a colleague.
The biggest of love can be shown in the smallest of ways, look for the small ways you can bring joy or support to a colleague today.
Share the love.
Understand Parkinson's.
With over 40 symptoms, Parkinson's is more than just “the shakes”. 87% of people with Parkinson’s have faced harassment and discrimination, whether it's being called a drunk or being laughed at. That's why we're fighting to get Parkinson's understood.
Parkinson's is the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world, and currently, there is no cure.
There are 145,000 people living with this disease in the UK and of those, 1,752 (1.2%) are under the age of 50.
Anyone can get Parkinson’s, young or old. Every hour, two more people are diagnosed. That’s 18,000 people every year.
Those with Parkinson's don't have enough of the chemical dopamine, because some nerve cells that make it have died.
Parkinson's has over 40 symptoms, from tremors and pain, to depression and anxiety. It’s more than just “the shakes”.
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Learn. Discover. Donate.
Learn more about the work that Parkinson's UK to as a charity, discover our exclusive collab with Parkinson's and find out ways you can donate or play your part with this charity by clicking below!
Hear more from Parkinson's UK and our partnership here.