WIRRAL charity Stick ‘n’ Step is looking for people with Parkinson’s Disease to take part in a pilot scheme aimed at helping improve mobility, confidence and self-esteem.

Funded by the Public Health Innovations Fund it is open to anyone living with the progressive neurological condition.

Participants will learn the techniques of conductive education, which will help with movement, control, and balance.

Six sessions will take place at Stick'n'Steps premises in Croxteth Avenue, Wallasey on Saturdays at 1pm.

The organisation is well known for its work with children with cerebral palsy from across the North West, providing essential therapy known as conductive.

It gives children the opportunity to learn how to push the boundaries of their disability through play - improving their future independence.

It is thought the sessions for those with Parkinson's Disease will work in similar ways, such as increasing facial expression and speech, improving writing and fine movements, and learning techniques to control tremors. All participants will receive a free initial consultation.

Samantha Tebb from Stick'n'Step said: “Conductive education works on two levels: prevention and maintenance of the onset of symptoms.

"For example, it teaches techniques for working through tremors. It doesn’t replace drugs, but works alongside them, encouraging participants to be active not only when their drugs are working but also during times of the day when the drugs may not be as effective."

For full details on the course, contact Sarah Smithson at Stick ‘n’ Step, 0151 638 0888.