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November Newsletter & Class Schedule 11/2 - 11/9 Dear Friends: Some people celebrate today because our clocks fall back and we get another hour of sleep. Others love that the Salem traffic will die down now. Some of us love that the Halloween candy will be 50% off today! This Monday, November 4th at 11am: Gail Borden hosts her once-monthly Support Gathering this Monday after Kim's class at the Marblehead Council on Aging. Everyone is welcome! Thank you for allowing us to be part of your Parkinson’s journey. We are grateful for yous! Linda In-Person Parkinson's Fitness Classes This list details our in-person classes. Click on the underlined address to access a map and directions. Look to the blue box under this section for links to our Zoom and recorded classes.  Mondays at 10am In-Person Strength with Kim at Marblehead Council on Aging, 10 Humphrey Street in Marblehead. To confirm class will be held, please call the COA at 781-631-6225 ------------------- Wednesdays at 11am In-Person Strength with Kim at Marblehead Council on Aging, 10 Humphrey Street in Marblehead. To confirm class will be held, please call the COA at 781-631-6225 ------------------- Thursdays at 11am In-Person Balance in Motion Class with Dianna at MAGMA (Movement Arts Gloucester), 186 Main Street in Gloucester. To confirm class will be held, please call Dianna at 857-488-7880. ------------------- Thursdays at 12:30pm In-Person Strength with Kim at Salem Council on Aging, 401 Bridge Street in Salem. To confirm class will be held, please call the COA at 978-744-0924. ------------------- Fridays at 10:30am In-Person Balance and Strength Class with Sally at Lynnfield Council on Aging, 525 Salem Street in Lynnfield. To confirm class will be held, please call the COA at 781-598-1078. ------------------- Fridays at 1pm In-Person and Also on Zoom Balance in Motion Class with Dianna at Danvers Council on Aging, 25 Stone Street in Danvers. To confirm class will be held, please call the COA at 978-762-0208.  Can't make it in? Join from home with this link: Click Here Meeting ID: 824 0247 5688. Passcode: 12345 Parkinson's Fitness At Home Exercise Try these pre-taped classes that you can do at home at any time. Do what feels best for your body and clear the area around you so your arms and legs can move freely. Drink plenty of water. All times listed are US Eastern Standard Time. Click here to convert to your time zone. Tuesday at 1pm Balance in Motion with Dianna on Zoom Click Here Meeting ID: 824 0247 5688 Passcode: 12345 ------------------- Wednesday at 1pm Breathe and Stretch Yoga with Dianna Click Here Meeting ID: 818 8748 2663 Passcode: 12345 ------------------- Friday at 1pm Balance in Motion with Dianna on Zoom Click Here Meeting ID: 824 0247 5688 Passcode: 12345 -------------------  Looking for More Workouts? Try one of our Recorded Video Classes  Click for Dianna’s channel of videos Click for a recorded workout with Kim Click to access Parkinson's Foundation Fitness Friday videos  News, Articles, & More Support Group at Marblehead COA: This Monday, November 2nd at 11am Gail Borden hosts her once-monthly Support Gathering this Monday after Kim's class at the Marblehead Council on Aging. Everyone is welcome! We are excited to partner with the Danvers YMCA and several other vendors and supporters to bring you a Parkinson's Wellness Expo on Saturday, December 5th at the Danvers Community Y. Please put this free event in your calendar and plan to come for educational sessions., fitness demonstrations, resources and more. Webinar: Mindfulness Mondays - Compassion in Action—Monday, November 2nd at 1pm Compassion allows us to meet our challenges with courage and tenderness. This Parkinson's Foundation session explores how mindfulness can expand our capacity for self-compassion and deepen empathy for others walking the Parkinson’s path. Through reflection and guided meditation, we’ll discover compassion as a source of strength and connection. Speaker will be author and meditation teacher, Devon Hase. Click to Register. November is National Family Caregivers Month — a time to recognize and celebrate the care partners who show up for someone living with Parkinson’s disease.   This month, Parkinson's Foundation invites all care partners to "Find Your Care Connection" — whether you’re caring for a loved one with Parkinson’s, providing care from a distance or managing PD on your own.   Meaningful connections can help you navigate the unknowns and sometimes unpredictable parts of being a PD care partner. Use Parkinson's Foundation's resources to find new connections, from trusted information and practical guidance to emotional support and people who understand. Click to Learn More. Live Well Today Webinar: Dopamine Therapies and Parkinson's—Wednesday, November 4th at 12pm This month's Davis Phinney Foundation Live Well Today webinar will feature Dr. Pinky Agarwal, who will discuss why dopaminergic therapies remain the foundation of Parkinson’s treatment for many people and how recently approved medications are expanding the options available to help you live well with Parkinson’s. Dr. Agarwal will explain the role of dopamine in Parkinson’s, address common challenges associated with dopamine-based therapies, and share clinical insights about newer treatment options. Click to Register. Webinar: Unlocking Strength Within: Advocacy, Purpose, and Connection—Wednesday, November 4th at 1pm Advocacy can be a powerful way for people with Parkinson’s disease and their family members to find purpose, feel empowered, and create meaningful change. But where do you begin? An engaging panel discussion will explore the many ways to get involved in advocacy, including accessible opportunities for people living with PD. Panelists will share their personal journeys, the challenges they overcame when getting started, and the benefits they’ve experienced through advocacy. Discover how using your voice, connecting with others, and taking action can support your emotional well-being and strengthen the Parkinson’s community. Click to Register. Webinar: Alternative Therapies and Parkinson's—Wednesday, November 11th at 3pm Learn about the role of alternative therapies in Parkinson’s care with Dr. Indu Subramanian, a movement disorders neurologist and integrative medicine expert. Dr. Subramanian will share evidence-based insights on approaches such as mindfulness, acupuncture, nutrition, and other integrative strategies, helping participants better understand what may be helpful, what to approach with caution, and how to safely incorporate these therapies into a Parkinson’s care plan. Click to Register. Webinar: Wellness Prescription for Parkinson's—Wednesday, November 18th at 3pm Please join Brian Grant Foundation to learn about a person-centered prescription developed in collaboration with the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society. Dr. Indu Subramanian, a movement disorders neurologist and integrative medicine expert, will share evidence-based insights on approaches such as mindfulness, acupuncture, nutrition, and other integrative strategies, helping participants better understand what may be helpful, what to approach with caution, and how to safely incorporate these therapies into a Parkinson’s care plan. Click to Register.

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