Interested in contributing to studies on community Support Groups in rural and regional areas?
Join Vince Carroll's Research on Parkinson's Support!
Hop aboard, mate! Vince Carroll, a Clinical Nurse Consultant based in the Mid North Coast Local Health District and a PhD candidate at Charles Sturt University, is leading an intriguing research project. He's diving deep into the models of Parkinson's Support Group leadership, to uncover the secrets of what makes an effective support group from the inside out, from the perspective of folks battling Parkinson's, their caregivers, and support group leaders.
This research is crucial, 'cause let's face it, support is the backbone when dealing with the challenges life with Parkinson's throws your way.
Wanna join the fun?
If you're 18 and over, and you're a person living with Parkinson's, a carer, or a support group leader, Vince wants to hear your story!
Get the lowdown on the research, confidentiality, and required paperwork on this page of the Parkinson's NSW website.
Contact Vince Carroll by giving him a bell at 66592300 or drop him an email at [email protected].
Wanna get more hung up on the details? Here's the skinny:
- Contact: Reach out to Vince, share your enthusiasm for the research, and ask about the specifics or any qualifications needed.
- Active Studies: Check Charles Sturt University's website or social media channels for updates on ongoing studies connected to Parkinson's support groups, including participant recruitment.
- Ethics & Consent: If the study's rolling, ensure you grasp the terms of participation, which usually include a consent form explaining the risks, rewards, and confidentiality of the research.
- Eligibility: Confirm you fit the bill for the study, like having ties to Parkinson's support groups or personal experience with Parkinson's disease.
- This fascinating research project, led by Vince Carroll, focuses not only on Parkinson's Support Group leadership but also explores the health-and-wellness and mental-health aspects of individuals living with Parkinson's, their caregivers, and support group leaders.
- By participating in this research, you are contributing not just to the understanding of Parkinson's Support Group leadership but also to the wider science of mental health and health-and-wellness as they pertain to people dealing with Parkinson's disease.
