Parkinson’s disease · free QR ID bracelet

Parkinson’s: help others give you time, and your medicines on time

Parkinson’s can make someone move slowly, shake, lose their balance or have trouble speaking, and strangers do not always understand what they are seeing. Its medicines also have to be taken on time. A Parkinson’s ID with a QR code tells whoever is with you what is going on, how to help if you freeze, and when your next dose is due.

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How to help someone with Parkinson’s in an emergency

Steps summarised from Parkinson’s UK: Time critical medication, factsheet for ambulance services, Parkinson’s Foundation: Freezing and Parkinson’s, Parkinson’s Foundation: Medical alert card. Last reviewed 1 November 2026.

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Has Parkinson’s (medicines are time critical)

Slow movement, shaking, unsteadiness or trouble speaking can be Parkinson’s, not drunkenness. Be patient and speak calmly.
Their medicines are time critical: ask when the next dose is due, and help them take it on time (for example with water) if they can swallow safely.
If they “freeze” and cannot move their feet: stay calm and wait. Do not rush or push them.
To help them start again, ask them to step over your foot, march on the spot or count out loud with you.
If they go to hospital, take their medicines with them and tell the staff they have Parkinson’s and when the next dose is due.

Call emergency services if: They have fallen and are hurt or cannot get up · They are choking or struggling to swallow · They are much worse than usual, or you are worried

What to include on your ID

Your Parkinson’s medicines and the times you take them
What helps you when you freeze, and what your “off” times look like
If you have a deep brain stimulation (DBS) device

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You are not alone: where to find support

Parkinson’s UKUnited Kingdom

Free, confidential helpline for anyone affected by Parkinson’s, with trained advisers and specialist Parkinson’s nurses. Interpreters can be arranged when you call.

HelplineMany languages

0808 800 0303

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm, Saturday 10am to 1pm
Parkinson’s FoundationUnited States

Helpline for questions about Parkinson’s, symptoms, treatment and finding care, in English and Spanish.

HelplineIn Spanish

1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 7pm ET

All support organisations → Checked on each organisation’s official website, 15 October 2026.

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