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Funded by a generous donation of HK$17.83 million from The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, and jointly organised by the Centre on Behavioral Health and the School of Nursing of The University of Hong Kong (HKU), in collaboration with the Hong Kong Society for Rehabilitation, the three-year “Jockey Club Movin' Care for Parkinson's Disease Project” (JC “Movin' Care” Project) will be concluded on March 31, 2026 after achieving significant results. The JC “Movin' Care” Project has benefited over 15,000 stakeholders, in particular offering mind-body interventions to over 2,500 people with Parkinson's Disease (PwPD) and individuals with health anxiety of getting diagnosed with PD. The JC “Movin' Care” Project hosted its Closing Ceremony cum Mind-Body Compassion Workshops today (27 March) at the Duke of Windsor Social Service Building, showcasing its achievements in supporting PwPD and their caregivers, and highlighting its community-based, sustainable care approach.

Officiating guests at the ceremony included Professor Chak Sing Lau, Vice-President and Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health) (Interim) and Dean of the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, HKU; Professor Wen Ming, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, HKU; Ms. Carrie Chung, Deputy Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Society for Rehabilitation; and Mr. Horace Lit, Executive Manager, Charities (Health; Older Adults) of The Hong Kong Jockey Club.

Running from 2023 to 2026, the JC “Movin' Care” Project was guided by the core message of “early awareness, early diagnosis, early treatment”. It provided comprehensive support to PwPD and their caregivers through early symptom identification, risk assessments, mind-body interventions and community support, significantly improving their quality of life. During the ceremony, officiating guests delivered remarks expressing their strong appreciation for the Project’s impact on the Parkinson’s community.

Highlights of Officiating Guests' Remarks
Mr. Horace Lit, Executive Manager, Charities (Health; Older Adults) of The Hong Kong Jockey Club, highlighted the success of the JC “Movin' Care” Project in raising public awareness of the early signs of Parkinson's disease, combating social stigma and fostering greater community understanding of the needs of PwPD and caregivers. He called on participants to continue applying what they have learned in daily lives, embracing the spirit of "After Movin' Care, continue the care and love".

Professor Chak Sing Lau, Vice-President and Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health) (Interim) and Dean of the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, HKU, pointed out that the healthcare community is increasingly recognising a clear consensus: Care for Parkinson's disease should address not only symptom control but also the long-term psychological, emotional and adaptive needs of patients. However, service gaps remain between clinical and community-based care, which can hinder the systematic integration of mind-body interventions into holistic care. Professor Lau expressed gratitude to the JC “Movin' Care” Project for bringing diverse mind-body interventions into community settings and for training healthcare professionals - such as nurses and physiotherapists - to incorporate mindfulness, movement exploration and self-compassion into their services. This integration into rehabilitation and nursing practices has enhanced the quality of life and self-management capabilities of PwPD. He looked forward to further interdisciplinary collaboration to develop more person-centred and empathetic care models that can respond to the evolving needs of PwPD and caregivers.

Professor Wen Ming, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, HKU, stated that the JC “Movin' Care” Project exemplifies cross-sector collaboration and a community-based approach. Through systematic training for social workers, healthcare professionals and front-line care staff, the Project ensures that practical knowledge and intervention methods remain embedded within the community. This helps bridge gaps in the support network, enabling services to be not only "achievable" during the Project period but also "sustainable, extended and deepened" after its conclusion. Professor Wen further emphasised that as community capabilities in identification, referral, peer support and resource linkage continue to improve, a more comprehensive and life-oriented support network for PwPD can be established. This simultaneously strengthens caregiver support and community inclusion, expanding the Project's social benefits and lasting impact.

Ms. Carrie Chung, Deputy Chief Executive of The Hong Kong Society for Rehabilitation, elaborated on the invaluable experience the Society gained through implementing the JC "Movin' Care" Project. She shared that the Society adopted the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework for macroscopic community analysis and service design. Through a case management model and personalised service matching, it provided PwPD and caregivers with one-stop community rehabilitation support, including medical education, medication management, physiotherapy and occupational therapy, exercise programmes and emotional management, among other diversified services. This helped participants rebuild ideal lifestyles and enhance their physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being. Ms. Chung thanked the HKU Centre on Behavioral Health and the School of Nursing for their close collaboration, and The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust for its generous funding, which enabled the JC "Movin' Care" Project to benefit more individuals in need.

"3C Model" Drives Community Support: Significant Achievements Across Three Pillars
Project Directors Professor Rainbow Tin Hung Ho and Professor Jojo Yan Yan Kwok explained that the success of the JC “Movin' Care” Project was grounded in the “3C Model” — Community, Complementary and Compassion — which led to significant achievements in three main areas: 

• Community: The JC “Movin' Care” Project actively built sustainable community support networks by organising lectures on early symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and risk assessment for over 11,000 community members. More than 3,300 participants successfully received early symptom screenings. In addition, nearly 120 PwPD were trained as peer supporters to continue mutual-support activities across the community. The Project also provided professional training for social welfare workers, healthcare personnel, foreign domestic helpers and family caregivers to enhance everyday care skills, while offering advanced training courses to related professionals such as community artists. Overall, the programme reached and trained a total of more than 1,000 social welfare and healthcare personnel, foreign domestic helpers and family caregivers, along with nearly 460 other professionals, and successfully trained over 130 volunteers to participate in various services.

• Complementary: For individuals concerned about Parkinson's disease, the JC “Movin' Care” Project offered a six-week wellness programme comprising expressive arts, mindful yoga, somatic movement exploration and physical exercise. For PwPD, the programme focused on expressive arts and mindful yoga. HKU research showed that over 2,500 participants who completed the programme experienced overall improvements in physical and mental well-being. Validated questionnaires revealed that participants in the expressive arts and mindful yoga groups recorded especially significant gains in self-compassion, perceived social support, self-efficacy and engagement in social and physical activities. By standardising and evaluating its intervention models, the JC “Movin' Care” Project transformed mind-body practices into accessible rehabilitation options for long-term self-care.

• Compassion: The principles of compassion and self-compassion were integrated into every aspect of the programme. Through self-compassion training, Dance with Parkinson’s, Playback Theatre and other interactive activities, participants developed compassionate attitudes toward themselves and others, fostering emotional regulation and community inclusion. The JC “Movin' Care” Project’s social media platforms and official website accumulated over 90,000 views, while its educational videos and anti-stigma promotional videos garnered over 12,000 views in total. These platforms continuously promoted accurate public understanding of Parkinson's disease and helped reduce stigma within the community. By fostering the values of “understanding, respect and companionship”, the Project further promoted community inclusion and created a more supportive environment for caregivers, strengthening the accessibility and continuity of the support network.

Participants Share Positive Transformations; Workshops Continue Mind-Body Wellness
During the outcome-sharing session, several PwPD, caregivers and social workers shared the positive transformations they experienced after participating in the JC “Movin' Care” Project. These included improved ability to recognise and cope with physical and mental stress, enhanced self-management skills and expanded social support networks. One PwPD participant who joined the mindful yoga programme shared: “I used to tremble badly whenever I got nervous. Through mindfulness and breathing practices, I’ve learned to calm myself—the symptoms have eased noticeably, and I feel I’ve regained control of my body and my life.” Another caregiver expressed: “After joining the programme, I no longer feel alone. Through mutual support groups and emotional management workshops, I learned to take care of myself, which gives me more strength to be there for my husband. The JC “Movin' Care Project” not only helps PwPD, but also allows caregivers to regain hope and a support network.”

The ceremony was followed by three mind-body compassion workshops: an expressive arts workshop for self-exploration and emotional regulation; a mindful movement session to enhance body awareness; and a “Human Library” that facilitated direct, meaningful conversations between the public, PwPD and caregivers.

The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust is committed to promoting health for all. Through enhancing health literacy and promoting preventive and primary care, the Trust strives to help people get access to better healthcare. The successful completion of Jockey Club Movin' Care represents a significant milestone in Parkinson's support, bringing greater resilience, connection and hope to PwPD, their caregivers, and society at large.

Background of the Jockey Club Movin’ Care for Parkinson's Disease Project
The Jockey Club Movin’ Care for Parkinson's Disease Project (2023-2026) is a collaboration between the Centre on Behavioral Health and the School of Nursing of The University of Hong Kong, and the Hong Kong Society for Rehabilitation. Funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, the project aims to establish a comprehensive and sustainable community care service model for the Parkinson's disease-related community. It promotes early awareness of the risks of disease, early diagnosis and rehabilitation, and early care for mind-body wellness. The project also focuses on community engagement to raise awareness of Parkinson's disease in the community.

For more information about the Jockey Club Movin’ Care for Parkinson's Disease Project, please visit our website and social media platforms:
Website: https://www.jcpdmovincare.hku.hk/
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