Parkinson's Fitness | Ability-based Exercise, Arts and Movement Programs

 

This Week's Activities: September 16 - 22 Dear Friends September 22 will mark the first day of Fall. What are some of your favorite things about the season? I love leaf peeping, fire pits in the evening, cozy sweaters, and batches of chili. Maybe mark the start of Fall with a bundled up stroll and check out the beautiful colors of nature. Every bit of movement counts toward helping manage your PD symptoms, so try and get in some exercise every day. This Friday Ray James will host his support gathering. Login for Zoom is below in this email. Take care! Linda and Keith Click to Check out our Website 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 1pm 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 978-744-0180. ------------------- Fridays at 10:10am 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 Zoom Parkinson's Fitness Classes Try these live Zoom and pre-taped classes you can do at home. 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. Click on the Zoom link below. 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? Click for Dianna’s channel of videos Click for a recorded workout with Kim (changes weekly) Click to access Parkinson's Foundation Fitness Friday videos Click the photos below to find recorded workouts with Sally, Dianna and Kim. News, Articles, Education & Fun Things Zoom Support Group: THIS FRIDAY, September 20th Please join us on Friday 9/20 from 2:30 - 4 pm, as Ray James will host his support group. Zoom login: https://bostonu.zoom.us/j/94162548241?pwd=aDViemhsSk52RkRCQzNPM0tTK24vZz09 Meeting ID: 941 6254 8241 Passcode: 150427 Day of Action: THIS TUESDAY, September 17th: Join in & Advocate Mark your calendar for the Parkinson’s National Day of Action on Tuesday, September 17, 2024! Join thousands of advocates to urge government leaders to address environmental risk factors for Parkinson’s including banning toxic chemicals like paraquat, which is thought to increase Parkinson’s risk by up to 500 percent. The National Day of Action is virtual, so you can participate from wherever you are, and it will only take a minute! Click to Register. Webinar: THIS THURSDAY, September 19th at 12PM: A Conversation on Parkinson's-Related Hallucinations and Delusions Hallucinations and delusions are non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s that can occur in some people. These symptoms—which involve seeing things that are not there (hallucinations) or believing things that are not true (delusions) —can be a concerning topic for people living with PD and their loved ones. In this Third Thursdays Webinar, our expert panel will discuss what these symptoms can look like, how to talk about hallucinations and delusions with loved ones and doctors and what medication and non-medication strategies may help you and your care partners ease these symptoms. Click to Register. Webinar: Tuesday, September 24th at 2PM: Unlocking Strength Within: Social Isolation & Emotional Challenges-Fireside Chat Join in for an insightful fireside chat that will focus on addressing social isolation and emotional challenges. In this supportive discussion, a person living with PD and mental health experts who are community leaders will share their expertise on these topics. Join us and engage in an open dialogue with our panel, ask questions, and share thoughts in a supportive environment. Click to Register. Webinar: Tuesday, September 24th at 3PM: Optimize Your Parkinson's Disease Treatment Join a webinar to explore the benefits of ONGENTYS® capsules with featured speaker Drew Falconer, MD. The emPowered!® livestream series features livestream branded talks with movement disorder clinicians on medication and treatment options for symptoms and issues related to Parkinson’s disease. These programs are designed to increase your understanding of the options available, equipping you to have informed conversations with your healthcare provider and are an important part of disease management. Click to Register. Join APDA's Good Start Program: Day 1 - Wednesday, October 23, 6 - 8 PM & Day 2 - Wednesday, October 30, 6 - 8 PM The Good Start Program is a two part series presented by a team of Parkinson's disease specialists from Boston University and Boston University Medical Center. Participants will receive up-to-date information on diagnosis and treatment, as well as community resources to assist in PD management. There is no cost for this program, which is open to individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's three or fewer years ago, along with a care partner or family member. Click to Register. Join Us at Moving Day Boston: October 12 at 9am at DCR Artesani Park in Boston Participants are invited to put on their Moving Day gear and join us in person at Moving Day Boston. This year’s event will put our community’s energy on full display as we celebrate movement together. Bring your friends and family to exercise, learn about Parkinson’s resources, take part in our signature We Move Ceremony, and, of course, enjoy the Moving Day Walk. You don’t want to miss the inspiring day we have planned for you! Moving Day Boston will take place rain or shine. Click to Register. Help Keep Us Going We welcome donations to Parkinson's Fitness at any time of year–maybe to celebrate a loved one's birthday or special event. You can do so online DONATE HERE. You can also mail a check c/o Keith and Linda Hall to 46 Brittania Circle Salem, MA 01970. Thank you!  For more information on Parkinson’s Fitness, or to register for our classes go to www.parkinsonsfitness.org or contact us at parkinsonfitness@gmail.com.

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