Monday, November 17, 2025

Peabody Free Meals December 2025

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

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Newsletter & Class Schedule 11/17 - 11/23

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Dear Friends:


Thank you to all who were able to attend our Caregivers Luncheon at the Salem Council on Aging last week. It was great to hear from some experts and have some worthwhile discussion. Many thanks to Katrina Rudd, Jennifer Ringdahl, and Arianna Tello, along with our volunteer Deb Temme and the Salem COA for helping to make it a wonderful presentation and conversation.


We are coming close to Thanksgiving and that perfect slice of pie on Thursday, November 27th. We will not hold any classes on that day or on Friday, the 28th.


We thank you for continuing to help us fill the financial gap so we can continue the mission of Parkinson's Fitness. Any donation is much appreciated!


Thank you!


Linda


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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Thursdays at 11am In-Person

Balance in Motion Class with Dianna at MAGMA (Movement Arts Gloucester), 186 Main Street in GloucesterTo confirm class will be held, please call Dianna at 857-488-7880.


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Thursdays at 1:20pm In-Person

Strength with Kim 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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Fridays at 10:30am In-Person

Balance and Strength Class with Sally at Lynnfield Council on Aging, 525 Salem Street in LynnfieldTo confirm class will be held, please call the COA at 781-598-1078.


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Fridays at 1pm In-Person and Also on Zoom

Balance in Motion Class with Dianna at Danvers Council on Aging, 25 Stone Street in DanversTo 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


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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 a recorded workout with Kim

Click to access Parkinson's Foundation Fitness Friday videos

News, Articles, & More

Webinar: Tuesday, November 18th at 3pm: Understanding Parkinson's-Related Hallucinations and Delusions
If you or your loved one is experiencing Parkinson’s-related hallucinations and delusions, there may be something you can do. This free educational program will explore the symptoms of hallucinations and delusions associated with Parkinson’s disease and an FDA-approved treatment. We’ll hear from a Parkinson’s disease specialist and a care partner of someone who has experienced PD-related hallucinations or delusions. Join us to learn more together! Click to Register.
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Article: Four Ways to Manage the Holidays When a Loved One Has a Neurologic Condition

Holidays can be stressful even in the best of times. Here's how to make it work for a family member or friend already grappling with a neurologic condition. Brain & Life magazine has compiled some useful tips to make it easier for everyone. Click to Read.

Webinar: Thursday, November 20th at 12pm: Catalyzing Change: Parkinson’s Research Progress in 2025

In 2025, researchers built on breakthroughs to deepen their understanding of Parkinson’s and find more effective treatments for those living with the disease. Join us for this month’s Michael J. Fox Foundation Third Thursdays Webinar to learn more about this transformative year of research and what the future may hold for Parkinson’s care. Tune in to ask your questions live. Click to Register.

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Parkinson's Support Group In Person & Zoom: Friday, November 21st at 2:15pm

Raymond James, MS, RN, Clinical Research Nurse, Boston Medical Center, Department of Neurology, Parkinson Disease and Movement Disorders Center will lead the next Parkinson Support Group on Friday November 21st, 2:15 - 3:45 pm, at the Danvers COA, located at 25 Stone Street, Danvers.


We will have a time to go over upcoming events and then split into our respective PD and Care Partner groups for more focused discussions centered around topics that really matter to you. Then we will come back together to close out our time and hopefully be able to do a little recap.


Here is the zoom link for those that would like to join virtually:


Join Zoom Meeting Https://bostonu.zoom.us/j/98095784259?pwd=IYxQkjDakJzpGozuaP045ZOab5Y2u1.1 


Meeting ID: 980 9578 4259 Passcode: 20094

Resources: Veterans with Parkinson’s

Last week we celebrated and honored our Veterans. Parkinson's Foundation has shared some excellent resources for Veterans who have Parkinson's disease and their families. Click here for a downloadable Veteran's Guide to PD as well as some video webinars and other information.

Recorded Webinar: Late-Stage Lessons from PD to LBD

From Parkinson & Movement Disorder Alliance (PMD Alliance), hear a discussion about the stages of Parkinson's Disease, including who the staging system misses, with particular attention to the needs of care partners and people who are homebound. Jori Fleisher, MD shares lessons that apply across the Parkinson's and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) journey and discuss the care partner support study she's leading and how to participate. Click to Watch.