Local community members are being urged to help raise awareness and funds for people living with Parkinson's disease at the annual 'Walk in the Park' at Black Beach on Sunday (28 September).

The fundraiser is hosted by Parkinson’s Support Kiama, and will help to raise vital funds through a fun afternoon that accommodates all ability levels.

Parkinson’s is a movement and mood disorder that progressively worsens over time, and it affects thousands of Australians.

Parkinson’s Support Kiama committee member Carmel Mahoney explains that the disease is different for each person.

No two Parkinson’s patients are the same in the way they present.

Parkison’s Support Kiama provides assistance to locals who are living with the disease as well as their families and carers, and holds regular monthly meetings.

The Walk in the Park fundraiser is a scenic coastal walk that offers something for everyone and raises awareness of Parkinson’s and promotes the importance of exercise for managing the disease.

“It's not the sort of walk where…you're doing 10 kilometres, it's people with Parkinson's who are participating as well as their family and friends,” Carmel said.

“Some of them are on walkers, some are in wheelchairs, some are very able."

The day will feature a warm-up exercise session led by a physiotherapist from BaiMed Kiama, followed by the gentle walk along the harbour.

Rotary Club Kiama will provide a sausage sizzle and drinks, with proceeds going to the local Parkinson’s support group.

There will also be a raffle with impressive prizes, including an Ultimate Jamberoo Escape valued at $1000, a basket of Beauty & Bubbly worth $500 and a $100 Bunnings gift voucher. Tickets are $5 each or three for $10, with the raffle being drawn at 2:30pm.

“The main thing is to get an awareness of Parkinson's out there and to have a nice social time together,” said Carmel.

Registration and donations can be made on the day. For more information visit Parkinson’s Support Kiama’s Facebook page or Parkinson’s NSW.