April 21st 2025 | Running the Boston Marathon to support CCALS

 

Running the Boston Marathon to support CCALS on April 21st, 2025 Alice's Story Louis' Story Patti's Story CCALS is grateful to have three runners, Alice, Louis, and Patti in the 2025 Boston Marathon supporting individuals living with ALS! This year will be Alice's second time running the Boston Marathon with an ALS diagnosis. Louis and Patti are running in memory of loved ones who have battled ALS. Their 26.2 mile journey will help raise awareness and support individuals living with ALS, their families and caregivers. We look forward to cheering them on April 21st, 2025! Read more about their stories and help them to reach their goals!   Compassionate Care ALS, 17 Chase Road, Falmouth, MA 02540

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Northeast Arc Will Honor Longtime Advocates Julie Rainer Cummings and Tom Gould at An Evening of Changing Lives

Northeast Arc will honor Julie Rainer Cummings, Owner at Concept Capital, and Tom Gould, owner of Treadwell’s Ice Cream, at its signature fundraising event, An Evening of Changing Lives, on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Encore Boston Harbor.

“The Changing Lives award recognizes both Julie and Tom’s longstanding commitment to Northeast Arc and their dedication to creating inclusive opportunities for people with disabilities,” said Jo Ann Simons, President and CEO, Northeast Arc. “In addition to being longtime board members, both Julie and Tom have been dedicated members of our community for years, supporting our work through advocacy, philanthropy, and volunteerism.”

Julie Rainer Cummings’ family has been involved at Northeast Arc since the agency’s early years. Rainer Cummings’ late sister Lisa Rainer lived in a Northeast Arc residential home for more than 40 years.  Rainer Cummings has served on the organization board of directors for 19 years, including a term as board chair.

“I am deeply honored to receive the Changing Lives Award; it is a privilege to be recognized for my efforts, as well as the Rainer family’s lifelong commitment to the Northeast Arc,” said Rainer Cummings, who is from Marblehead. “I am also honored to work with the greatest individuals, volunteers, staff and leadership who exemplify the resilience, strength, and unwavering determination that is the foundation of the Northeast Arc.”

Tom Gould has served on the Northeast Arc board of directors since 2018 and has supported inclusion through his Challenger Sports program in his hometown of Peabody. The program provides the opportunity for children with intellectual, developmental, or physical abilities to participate in modified sports with their peers.

“I am very humbled to receive the Changing Lives Award from Northeast Arc,” said Gould. “I have seen firsthand what it means when people with diverse abilities have the chance to be fully included in their communities, and it has been so rewarding to work with Northeast Arc and see the difference the organization makes in our community.”

An Evening of Changing Lives features an inclusive fashion show where individuals supported by Northeast Arc are partnered with local celebrities and business executives to highlight their abilities. The chair of the event is Shari Munro, Northeast Arc board member and vice president and senior recruiter at TechPros, Inc.

The presenting sponsors for An Evening of Changing Lives are Encore Boston Harbor and PLAN of Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Sponsorship opportunities for Northeast Arc’s An Evening of Changing Lives event are available. For more information, please visit ne-arc.org/gala or contact Dianne Powers at dpowers@ne-arc.org or (978) 624-2487.

Saturday April 26th & Sunday April 27th 8am - 3pm | YARD SALE/Fundraiser for NAMI | 140 East Street, Middleton

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

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Newsletter & This Week's Classes 4/7 - 4/13   Dear Friends We'd like to welcome several new participants that have started coming to classes. We hope you are inspired by the others in class and keep coming. Every bit of movement helps. We've got loads of in person, virtual and recorded class offerings below to keep you moving. Gail will also lead support group after the Monday class in Marblehead this week. Details are below.   Special warm wishes for our friends celebrating Passover net weekend. We hope you have nice gatherings with family and other loved ones.   PLEASE NOTE! Dianna's Thursday class will be back in Gloucester this week.   Thank you, Linda   P.S. Check out our online resources, make a donation, and more at www.parkinsonsfitness.org.    NEW! Special Offerings in April & May   Punch It Out!   Parkinson's Fitness is offering a 4-week Saturday BOXING program with Nathan at Sleeping Tiger in Gloucester.   According to Parkinson's Foundation, The benefits associated with a boxing exercise regimen for someone with Parkinson's include: ·    Increased strength. ·    Improved hand-eye coordination. ·    Improved posture. ·    Better cognitive processing. ·    Relieve symptoms for soft-voice disorders. ·    Stronger core which can lead to a better gait. ·    Improved balance and agility. ·    Improved reaction time.   The Saturday Boxing Classes will start on Saturday April 26th  for an hour 12-1pm and end on May 17th. Location is 127 Eastern Avenue, Unit 24L in Gloucester.    The 4 week class total is $60 per person. Signup through Parkinson’s Fitness by emailing Linda at parkinsonsfitness@gmail.com or call 781-572-5918.     Rowing for Parkinson's Patients & Caregivers   Parkinson's Fitness is offering introductory rowing sessions on the Charles on May 18th and May 20th.   Community Rowing, Inc. says, "Rowing is for everyone. Whether you’re new to rowing or want to take your skills to the next level, there’s a place for you at Community Rowing." The Rowing on the Charles is very exciting, and there is no cost to participate. Participants need to stand on their own and be able to sit without assistance. See the flyer below for more details.   Signup through Parkinson’s Fitness by emailing Linda at parkinsonsfitness@gmail.com or call 781-572-5918.       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, this week with Linda, 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, this week with Linda, at Marblehead Council on Aging, 10 Humphrey Street in Marblehead. To confirm class will be held, please call the COA at 781-631-6225.   -------------------   BACK IN GLOUCESTER! 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 1:20pm 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? Try one of our Recorded Video Classes  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       Gail Borden will lead her support gathering at the Marblehead Council on Aging on Monday, April 7th at 11am after exercise class. All are welcome! Please bring a music instrument if you have one this week!     Come Bowl with Your Parkinson's Fitness Friends: Mondays at 10:15AM Bowling with Parkinson’s Fitness is a fun social event, NOT a class! Choose a lane and join us on Mondays at Sunnyside Bowladrome! Bowling is a great way to stay active and keep your mind sharp, while having fun with friends! Located at Sunnyside Bowladrome: 176 Water Street, Danvers, MA 01923.     Webinar: Nutritious and Delicious: Eating for PD: Wednesday, April 9th at 3pm It can be a challenge for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners to develop a meal plan. With complications like medication schedules, dysphagia, and other PD symptoms, maintaining a healthy diet is overwhelming. Join us as Kelly Morrow presents on how to plan and create healthy meals that are delicious and nutritious. Kelly Morrow, MS, RDN, FAND is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She is an Affiliate Instructor at the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Washington and Affiliate Associate Professor at Bastyr University where she specializes in integrative and functional nutrition. Kelly uses data including continuous glucose monitoring, in-depth diet tracking, biometrics, and functional nutrition labs to help clients solve complex health challenges while reducing trial and error frustration. Click to Register.     Parkinson’s Awareness Month Edition from Parkinson's Foundation This April, meet PAM, your guide to Parkinson’s Awareness Month. PAM is here to help raise awareness by addressing key Parkinson’s disease topics. Each week, PAM will share a video, essential tips and resources that provide helpful information about PD. Click to View.     Nourishing Wellness: How to Harness Food as Medicine for Parkinson’s Nutrition can be a powerful tool in managing Parkinson's disease (PD). Whole, nutrient-dense foods provide your body with the best building blocks for peak function, maintenance and repair. Every positive food choice is a step towards optimizing health.  The following article is based on a Parkinson’s Foundation Expert Briefing about the connection between nutrition and Parkinson’s, hosted by functional nutritionist and health coach Carolee Horner, MS, NBC-HWC.  Click to Read.     Webinar: PD's Impact on Other Medical Problems: Wednesday, May 28th at 2pm Join us on May 28th, as we explore how PD interacts with other chronic conditions, such as diabetes and cancer, and offer insights into navigating these complexities. Don’t miss this interesting and helpful conversation with our special guest, movement disorders physician, Dr. Julie Kurek! Bring your questions, because Dr. Kurek will answer them LIVE during the program. Click to Register.     Save the Date: May 18th APDA Annual Optimism Walk APDA MA is thrilled to announce that our 39th Annual Optimism Walk will be held on the morning of Sunday, May 18 at Bowditch Field (475 Union Ave Framingham, MA). Please join us for food, fun, and community. Visit the Walk website to learn more, register, or donate to ensure the Massachusetts Chapter of APDA can continue to fund critical Parkinson's research and support.     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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