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Parkinson's UK's Physical Activity Grants Programme Reopens for 2025

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Parkinson's UK's Physical Activity Grants programme has reopened for the fifth successive year, offering funding to local community groups, exercise coaches, activity providers, and physios who have a connection to the Parkinson's community. The programme has delivered almost £700,000 in funding over the past four years, directly helping over 200 activity providers to deliver classes and active projects for people living with Parkinson's. This year, up to £3,000 is available per application, and the closing date for grant applications is Thursday, 2 October 2025.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Physical Activity Grants programme has been running for four years, providing almost £700,000 in funding to support physical activity for people with Parkinson's.
  • Over 200 activity providers have benefited from the programme, delivering classes and projects for people living with Parkinson's.
  • The programme has expanded to include new applications, with up to £3,000 available per application in 2025.
  • The grants have enabled activity providers to deliver more sessions for people living with Parkinson's, with some classes being offered for free.
  • The programme has also helped activity providers expand their services to new areas, reaching more people and providing valuable movement sessions.
  • Roma Hashim, Physical Activity Grants Manager at Parkinson's UK, highlighted the programme's success, stating that it continues to grow year-on-year, with many success stories.
  • The grants have been instrumental in helping activity providers, such as Yanar Alkayat from Yanar Mind and Movement, deliver chair yoga classes for people living with Parkinson's in East London.

Statistics:

  • Over £700,000 has been awarded in funding over the past four years.
  • Over 200 activity providers have benefited from the programme.
  • Up to £3,000 is available per application in 2025.
  • The grants have reached people in various locations, including East London.
  • The programme has improved the lives of people living with Parkinson's by providing them with opportunities for physical activity.

Sources:

  • Parkinson's UK's Physical Activity Grants programme webpage
  • Parkinson's UK press release on the programme reopening in 2025
  • Interview with Roma Hashim, Physical Activity Grants Manager at Parkinson's UK
  • Case study of Yanar Alkayat and Yanar Mind and Movement.

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