Parkinson's & Dementia | Dementia Toolkit Series | Cornwall Memory Cafe Podcast #31

About this episode

In this episode, Anna Lempriere speaks with Lorraine Butcher about Parkinson's disease and its connection to dementia.

In this episode, host Anna Lempriere speaks with Lorraine Butcher, a Queen’s Nurse and Parkinson’s Nurse Specialist with Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. Lorraine shares her expert knowledge of Parkinson’s disease - explaining what it is, how it affects the brain and body, and why it can sometimes be linked to dementia. Whether you're living with Parkinson’s, supporting someone who is, or just looking to better understand the condition, this relaxed but informative conversation offers valuable insight into one of the world’s fastest-growing neurological conditions. www.parkinsons.org.uk - Discover Voices (c) 2025, a production by registered charity, disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly.

People in this episode

Host: Anna Lempriere

Guest: Lorraine Butcher

Topics covered

• Parkinson's disease
• dementia
• neurological conditions
• healthcare
• support

Keywords

• Parkinson's
• dementia
• neurological conditions
• Cornwall
• healthcare

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly, www.parkinsons.org.uk

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