Parkinson’s nursing
Parkinson’s disease is a chronic (persistent) neurological condition affects the way the brain coordinates body movements, including walking, talking, and writing.
Our Parkinson’s nurses offer support and education for those affected by the disease and its syndromes, as well as family, carers and healthcare professionals.
We liaise with community services and hospital to help your care. We offer expert help regarding living with this long-term neurological condition and the medication involved.
Who can use the service
Anyone affected by Parkinson’s disease or Parkinson syndromes in the NHS Birmingham East and North and Solihull areas.
How to use the service
You, your family, carers, and other healthcare professionals can refer you to the service via telephone, email or letter.
Contact details
Main contact: 0121 465 2839
Opening times
Between 7.15am to 5.15am Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays.
Staff contact details
Maggie Johnson
Parkinson’s Nurse Specialist
Harlequin Surgery
160 Shard End Crescent
Shard End
Birmingham
B34 7BP
Tel: 07866 672948
Email: maggie.johnson@benpct.nhs.uk
Carol Hill
Parkinson’s Nurse Specialist
Harlequin Surgery
Tel : 07968 302582
Email: carol.hill@benpct.nhs.uk
Andrea McCaffery
PA to Parkinson’s Team
Harlequin Surgery
Tel: 0121 465 2839
Fax:0121 465 2843
Email: andrea.mccaffery@benpct.nhs.uk
Head of service
Helen Turner
Blakelands
Tel: 0121 332 1973
Free helpline
Parkinson’s Disease Society free helpline
Tel: 0808 8000303
Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 9am to 9pm
Saturday: 10am to 2pm
Sunday: Closed
What if I can’t use the service?
You can contact your GP, consultant, or the Parkinson’s Disease Society.
What to expect when you attend for the first time
At your first appointment, we will go through your full history and medication. We will then discuss and agree a care plan with you. This plan may include referrals to other services. If you agree, family members are welcome to attend.
How you can look after yourself
Keep yourself mentally and physically fit. Follow the advice on your medication about timings and dosage. If you run into problems, please contact your nurse specialist.
Useful links
Comments and complaints
Contact Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Trust for patient feedback and complaints.
