'Because of him, now the help is out there'

About this episode

Pamela Shimwell-Mayo MBE shares the story of her late husband Derrick and the charity she founded to support those with Parkinson's on the Isle of Man.

Pamela Shimwell-Mayo MBE tells Christy about her late husband Derrick, the man who is the reason behind the charity she set up over 25years ago, to help those on the Island with Parkinson's and their families. Find out more here: Home - Parkinson's Disease Society | Isle of Man

People in this episode

Host: Christy

Guest: Pamela Shimwell-Mayo MBE

Topics covered

• charity
• Parkinson's disease
• family support
• personal story
• community help

Keywords

• Parkinson's disease
• charity
• Isle of Man
• family support
• Derrick
• Pamela Shimwell-Mayo

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Parkinson's Disease Society

Places: Isle of Man

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