Wednesday, June 11, 2025

COMPASSIONATE CARE ALS | CCALS | Summer Events for CCALS

 

Summer Events for CCALS

Joining any of our events this summer is a great way to support people with ALS and connect with the CCALS community.

June 16, 2025

Plymouth Country Club at 221 Ave, Plymouth, MA


Join us for the 1st Annual Swing for Sue, a golf tournament dedicated to honoring the strength, resilience, and spirit of Susan Long. 

June 16, 2025

BrookMeadow Country Club at

100 Everdon Rd

Canton, MA 02021

Join us for our 13th annual golf event supporting CCALS, honoring Robert J. Powers and his promise to never give up helping families navigate this challenging disease.

June 19, 2025

Canton Town Club at

300 Bailey St, Canton, MA 02021


Get ready to groove, win cash, and fight ALS! Join C. Towne Productions for a night of music bingo, all benefiting families battling ALS.

June 21, 2025

The Simple Man Saloon and Grill at

119 High Street, Clinton MA

Get ready for Pac ALS Jam: great music, raffles, and good vibes, all supporting CCALS and Patricia Anne Clark!

August 9, 2025

Old Silver Beach at

296 Quaker Road, Falmouth MA

Make waves for a ALS! Join us at David's Old Silver Swim, honoring the legacy of David Garber in the beautiful waters of Cape Cod.

Compassionate Care ALS is a nonprofit organization that offers

individualized support to people living with ALS, their families & communities.

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Monday, June 9, 2025

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

  >>Click HERE to link to ParkinsonFitness.org Additional Info>>


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Newsletter & This Week's Classes 6/9 - 6/15

Dear Friends

It's getting hot out there! Parkinson's Foundation recently shared some great tips for staying safe as the temperatures climb. We've got a link below in our email.


Try not to let the heat stop you from moving your body. We've got loads of in person, virtual and recorded class offerings below to keep you moving. Check it all out below!


This week we will not have Thursday or Friday class with Dianna. We've got some great recorded classes for you to try, or maybe take a road trip to Sally's class in Lynnfield. As a reminder, Sally's Friday class in Lynnfield now begins at 10:30am.

Please RSVP by Monday if you can attend.

Contact us at parkinsonsfitness@gmail.com

or by phone at 781-572-5918.



Also, please remember to take a few moments to fill out our Survey! Your responses help us gage the efficacy of our programs and help is improve them to best suit you. Please be sure to click the green DONE button once you have finished the survey!

Survey Link:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/75Y7PSY



Thank you,

Linda


P.S. Check out our online resources, make a donation, and more at www.parkinsonsfitness.org.

In-Person Parkinson's Fitness Classes

This list details our in-person classes, which begin again on Thursday, January 2nd. 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 MarbleheadTo confirm class will be held, please call the COA at 781-631-6225.



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Wednesdays at 11am In-Person

Strength with Kim at Marblehead Council on Aging, 10 Humphrey Street in MarbleheadTo confirm class will be held, please call the COA at 781-631-6225.


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No Thursday class with Dianna this week.

Try one of our Recorded Video Classes

Click for Dianna’s channel of videos

Click for a recorded workout with Kim


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Thursdays at 1:20pm In-Person

Strength with Kim this week at Salem Council on Aging, 401 Bridge Street in SalemTo confirm class will be held, please call the COA at 978-744-0924.


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NEW TIME! 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.


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No Friday class with Dianna this week.

Try one of our Recorded Video Classes

Click for Dianna’s channel of videos

Click for another recorded workout with Kim

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


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Wednesday at 1pm Breathe and Stretch Yoga with Dianna

Click Here

Meeting ID: 818 8748 2663 Passcode: 12345


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Friday at 1pm Balance in Motion with Dianna on Zoom

Click Here

Meeting ID: 824 0247 5688 Passcode: 12345

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Looking for More Workouts?

Try one of our Recorded Video Classes



Click for Dianna’s channel of videos

Click for another 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

Webinar: Wednesday, June 11 from 3-4pm: How Art Benefits People with PD 

It’s known that art therapy can improve one’s mood by creating a sense of community and aid in communication and self-expression. Join Brian Grant Foundation with Art Therapist, Marygrace Berberian, LCSW. Research is showing that art therapy can do more to benefit Parkinson’s disease by improving overall visual-cognitive skills, visual exploration strategies, and general motor functions. Click to Register.

Webinar: Thursday, June 12th at 3pm: DBS: Real People, Real Experiences.

Hear from an Adaptive DBS Parkinson's Ambassador. Discover a latest advancement for Parkinson's patients - Introducing Brainsense adaptive deep brain stimulation (aDBS) for Parkinson's Disease. Adaptive technology self-adjusts DBS therapy in real-time, delivering truly customized symptom control throughout the entire day and night. Click to Register.

Article: Stay Safe: Extreme Weather Checklist for Parkinson's

As we head into the longer, hotter days of summer, it’s important to be prepared for potential extreme weather risks in your area. Use our Parkinson’s disease emergency checklist and article to stay safe, organized and ready — no matter what the forecast brings. Parkinson's Foundation recently put together a helpful safety checklist. Click to Read.

Article: Valuable Advice for Parkinson’s Disease ‘Newbies’

Sherri Woodbridge was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson's disease over 15 years ago. She can be found working in her garden, going for walks, taking pictures, or reading books to her three favorite grandkids. Sherri is taking life somewhat slower, and perhaps with guarded steps, but she’s not giving in. Sherri shares her valuable advice for newly diagnosed people. Click to Read.

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.