Parkinsons community

YOUR voice: Bryn Jones

Diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s in 2019 at the age of 43, history teacher Bryn Jones shares how finding the right medical team, accepting support and staying active have helped him keep moving forward. His story touches on work, parenting, faith, community and the importance of challenging outdated ideas about what Parkinson’s looks like.

YOUR voice: Sophie Wardle

Diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s in 2008 after years of unexplained symptoms, artist Sophie Wardle shares the shock of diagnosis, the impact on work, family life and independence, and how creativity, travel, movement and community have helped her keep saying yes to life. Her story is honest, funny, resilient and full of hard-won perspective.

YOUR voice: Ellie Finch

Diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s at 29, Ellie Finch Hulme shares her journey through symptoms, diagnosis, work, treatment, DBS, motherhood and finding strength through friendship, therapy and the Parkinson’s community. Her story is honest, moving and full of resilience, showing how connection, advocacy and staying active have helped her keep focusing on what matters most.