Meetings and discussions in support groups are increasingly moving online, with many organizations opting for the Zoom platform.
In a remarkable shift, Parkinson's NSW Support Group members who were initially hesitant about adopting technology have found comfort and enjoyment in using Zoom meetings. This digital transformation has allowed individuals from various regions across New South Wales to connect and share experiences, despite the physical distancing measures.
Felicity Jones, the Support Group Coordinator, plays a pivotal role in setting up these meetings and inviting participants to join online. She assists Group Leaders in organizing their meetings, ensuring a smooth transition to the digital platform.
Laurelle from the Port Stephens (formerly Tomaree) Support Group was one of the first to participate in a Zoom meeting and found it easy to navigate. The platform offers opportunities for linking in guests from other organizations, providing a wealth of knowledge and resources for all participants.
The initial Leader Zoom meeting attracted 29 Leadership Team (Committee) members from 23 different Groups, demonstrating the growing interest in this digital approach.
To set up Zoom meetings for Parkinson's NSW Support Group participants, Carers, or Leadership Teams, you would typically need to coordinate through Parkinson's NSW or affiliated local coordinators who manage support group communications and events. While specific Zoom setup contacts for Parkinson's NSW may not be readily available, you can follow these general steps:
- Identify the Parkinson's NSW local support group contact or leadership team member responsible for communications.
- Arrange a Zoom meeting using your personal or organizational Zoom account, scheduling the meeting at a time convenient for participants.
- Share the Zoom meeting link with group members via email or phone.
- If needed, provide brief instructions or assistance to participants on joining Zoom calls, including test runs or technical support.
For direct assistance and precise contact details related to Parkinson's NSW support groups, you should reach out to Parkinson's NSW or a regional support coordinator. If you're in the Tamworth region, checking the Tamworth Regional Council Community Directory for local guidance may also be helpful.
For reliable and official support, you can contact Parkinson's NSW directly via their official website or known phone/email contacts, or inquire through local health networks or primary health networks that run virtual health events and may help with setting up or managing virtual meetings.
For technical support with Zoom itself, you can refer to the Zoom help center and tutorials available online, or seek assistance from Parkinson’s NSW or respective health networks, which may provide training sessions or user guides to help participants and carers use Zoom.
Since specific contact details for Parkinson’s NSW Zoom meeting help are not found in the search results, you should visit the official Parkinson’s NSW website or contact their office directly to request support for Zoom meeting setup for support groups, carers, or leadership teams.
A regular Carers Zoom meeting has been established, connecting people from across NSW. Zoom is free and can be used on any computer or smartphone. More than 21 Parkinson's NSW Support Groups are now meeting regularly via the video-chat application Zoom. Representatives of the Council of the Ageing (COTA) and Carers NSW have joined recent Zoom meetings.
Some groups are setting fun themes for their Zoom meetings, such as wearing funny hats or all dressing in a particular color, adding a touch of excitement to these digital gatherings. Felicity facilitates these meetings as people familiarize themselves with this new way of meeting.
If you would like to learn how to set up Zoom meetings for Support Group participants, Carers, or Leadership Teams, you can contact Felicity Jones at felicity.jones@ourwebsite or 8051 1900. A newly launched Support Group Leader Zoom meeting takes place every two weeks.
- Felicity Jones, the Support Group Coordinator, has organized regular Zoom meetings for mental-health support, specifically for Parkinson's NSW, and invites participants to join discussed topics related to health-and-wellness, including mental health, through scientific sharing and support group interactions.
- To further enhance the digital transformation of mental-health support groups, technology plays a crucial role as Laurelle from the Port Stephens (formerly Tomaree) Support Group connects with others from various regions across New South Wales, inviting guests from other organizations to provide knowledge and resources about science and health-and-wellness.
