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

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Special Edition Newsletter & Class Schedule 09/08 - 09/12 Dear Friends: For over 12 years, we have provided exercise, movement, and strength-building classes, as well as educational and care partner resources. As the fall season of 2025 begins, we at Parkinson's Fitness would like to thank everyone who has supported our programs.  "The Parkinson’s Fitness goal is to provide consistent and affordable access, support, and skills to live well with Parkinson's. They far exceed their goals! They take the time to get to know, support, and check in on everyone, including caregivers. I can't praise them highly enough. We are so lucky to have found this wonderful organization and pray that they are able to continue with their amazing mission." Nancy - program participant We truly appreciate receiving many comments similar to Nancy's. We cannot do this without you! Most recently, like many non-profits, we have experienced the loss of our largest grant. Funding helps sustain and expand Parkinson's Fitness exercise classes and specialized support services for our participants, care partners, and families at no or low cost. Specifically, the funds are used to: Maintain core programs: well-attended weekly in-person and live virtual exercise classes, monthly support groups, educational luncheons, and virtual programming. Instructor compensation: Nearly 78% of our funding goes to our Certified PD instructors, Dianna, Kim, and Sally. Each instructor presents a unique teaching style! Click here to learn more about why they are such an amazing team! Enhance specialized workshops: offering art, music, boxing, rowing, and other therapeutic activities proven to improve motor skills, mood, and socialization. Support caregivers: offering dedicated support groups, quarterly luncheons, resources, and education alongside patient programs. Strengthen partnerships: developing relationships with senior centers, universities, and health professionals to bring expertise, student assistants, and innovative workshops to participants. Produce weekly communications and our website: the newsletter goes out to 500+ members weekly with class schedules, information and links for workshops, and resources offered by all major Parkinson’s organizations. Please help us continue supporting these free and low-cost services for the rapidly growing Parkinson's community on the North Shore, and ensure that Parkinson's Fitness continues to thrive to meet the demand. Click to Donate to Parkinson's Fitness Thank you for helping us fill the financial gap so we can continue the mission of Parkinson's Fitness. Any donation is much appreciated! Linda Meet our Certified Parkinson's Instructors During one of her Lynnfield Parkinson's classes, Sally (center) leads a great hand, arm drumming exercise. While fostering concentration, it's so much fun tapping out the rhythms! Add in some foot work and wow, such a great workout!  Whether leading strength-building and cardio exercise or "rowing", Kim (on the right) always engages others with genuine interest! Here she and this member are preparing for the Parkinson's community rowing on the Charles River in Boston. It was a great day with over 40 Parkinson's participants. Dianna's professional dance and yoga background provides creative ways for her Balance & Motion and Yoga class members to explore movement and music while addressing concerns related to balance, cognition, motor skills and physical confidence. In addition to her in-person classes, she also teaches 3 live virtual classes weekly. Click to Donate to Parkinson's Fitness 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.  Wednesdays 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 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 978-744-0924. ------------------- 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 Zoom 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 Click to access Parkinson's Foundation Fitness Friday videos Click the photos below to find recorded workouts with Sally, Dianna and Kim Parkinson's Fitness | 46 Brittania Circle | Salem, MA 01970 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice