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Newsletter & Class Schedule 10/26 - 11/1 Dear Friends: It's hard to believe we are nearing the end of October already. Hopefully you have made great plans to enjoy Halloween, or if you are like Kim you're ready to put up your Christmas tree already! Schedule Note: This week there will not be a Salem Thursday class with Kim. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your Parkinson’s journey. We are grateful for yous! Linda 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. ------------------- No Thursday Salem Class with Kim this Week Click for a recorded workout with Kim ------------------- 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 Exercise Try these pre-taped classes that you can do at home at any time. 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. All times listed are US Eastern Standard Time. Click here to convert to your time zone. 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 another recorded workout with Kim Click to access Parkinson's Foundation Fitness Friday videos  News, Articles, & More We are excited to partner with the Danvers YMCA and several other vendors and supporters to bring you a Parkinson's Wellness Expo on Saturday, December 5th at the Danvers Community Y. Please put this free event in your calendar and plan to come for educational sessions., fitness demonstrations, resources and more. Webinar: Mindfulness Mondays - Compassion in Action—Monday, November 2nd at 1pm Compassion allows us to meet our challenges with courage and tenderness. This Parkinson's Foundation session explores how mindfulness can expand our capacity for self-compassion and deepen empathy for others walking the Parkinson’s path. Through reflection and guided meditation, we’ll discover compassion as a source of strength and connection. Speaker will be author and meditation teacher, Devon Hase. Click to Register. Webinar: Unlocking Strength Within: Advocacy, Purpose, and Connection—Wednesday, November 4th at 1pm Advocacy can be a powerful way for people with Parkinson’s disease and their family members to find purpose, feel empowered, and create meaningful change. But where do you begin? Join us on November 4 for  -- an engaging panel discussion exploring the many ways to get involved in advocacy, including accessible opportunities for people living with Parkinson’s. Panelists will share their personal journeys, the challenges they overcame when getting started, and the benefits they’ve experienced through advocacy. Discover how using your voice, connecting with others, and taking action can support your emotional well-being and strengthen the Parkinson’s community. Click to Register. Webinar: Alternative Therapies and Parkinson's—Wednesday, November 11th at 3pm Learn about the role of alternative therapies in Parkinson’s care with Dr. Indu Subramanian, a movement disorders neurologist and integrative medicine expert. Dr. Subramanian will share evidence-based insights on approaches such as mindfulness, acupuncture, nutrition, and other integrative strategies, helping participants better understand what may be helpful, what to approach with caution, and how to safely incorporate these therapies into a Parkinson’s care plan. Click to Register. APDA is Asking for Your Help & You Can Win Big! The American Parkinson Disease Association Massachusetts Chapter is thrilled to partner with the Boston Bruins Foundation for the Bergeron Retirement Night Carryover 50/50 Raffle. This special event will raise important funds to support individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s disease. APDA needs your help to sell as many raffle tickets as possible by December 1, and every ticket purchased through their dedicated fundraising link helps support APDA MA. By purchasing tickets, you will have a chance to win a portion of the jackpot while helping us continue our mission to provide support, education, resources, and programs for people living with Parkinson’s disease and their families throughout Massachusetts. How to Participate: 1) Click the link HERE to visit APDA MA’s dedicated 50/50 raffle fundraising page. 2) Purchase your raffle tickets for the Bergeron Retirement Night Carryover Jackpot. 3) Share the link with others and encourage them to support APDA MA! Webinar: Wellness Prescription for Parkinson's—Wednesday, November 18th at 3pm Please join Brian Grant Foundation to learn about a person-centered prescription developed in collaboration with the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society. Dr. Indu Subramanian, a movement disorders neurologist and integrative medicine expert, will share evidence-based insights on approaches such as mindfulness, acupuncture, nutrition, and other integrative strategies, helping participants better understand what may be helpful, what to approach with caution, and how to safely incorporate these therapies into a Parkinson’s care plan. Click to Register.

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