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

Newsletter & Class Schedule 1/5 - 1/12 Dear Friends: Well! Happy New Year everyone! We hope you continue to choose us as part of your extended care team and family. Keep your body moving and make 2026 the best year yet. This week we start back with our in-person classes, and we can't wait to see you soon! Thank you! Linda Click to Donate to Parkinson's Fitness 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. ------------------- 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 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. 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  News, Articles, & More Webinar: Wednesday, January 7th at 3pm: Understanding Speech, Swallowing & Voice Changes in Parkinson's Between 70-90% of people with Parkinson’s disease may face speech and communication difficulty as the disease progresses. Soft speech, monotone voice, voice tremors, and mumbling or slurring are some of the common speech issues that may occur—all of which can affect confidence and connection. To help address this important aspect of life with PD, APDA is launching a brand-new three-part series, Thriving Through Speech Therapy, to help people find their voice and maintain a better quality of life. On the first episode, Understanding Speech, Swallowing, & Voice Changes in Parkinson’s, expert guests will break down why these challenges happen and how they influence everyday life. You’ll also learn how speech-language pathologists help people with PD strengthen communication, stay engaged socially, and address swallowing disorders. Click to Register. Webinar: Wednesday, January 7th at 3pm: My Parent has PD: Am I at Risk & What Can I Do? Meet Maliah Grant, daughter of retired NBA player Brian Grant who was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson’s at age 36. She and Ray Dorsey, MD, co-author of The Parkinson's Plan, will break down Parkinson's genetic risk factors, what the research suggests reduces risk, and actionable steps to take as preventative measures - with special consideration for the perspective of someone whose parent has Parkinson's. Ray Dorsey, MD, MBA is a practicing neurologist at Atria Health and Research Institute and director of the Center for the Brain & the Environment, a nonprofit research initiative that will investigate the environmental causes of brain diseases, including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and more. Click to Register. Save the Date: Our next Support Group meeting led by Ray James is planned for January 9th from 2:15 - 3:45 pm Join us at the Danvers Senior Center (25 Stone Street, Danvers, MA 01923). It will be facilitated by Ray and Linda Hall, and we will have time to break into two groups to discuss areas of interest for us. Ray will lead the Parkinson group, and Linda will lead the Care Partner group. Webinar: Wednesday, January 14th at 3pm: The PRO-21 Diet for Parkinson's The PRO-21 diet was built by experts specifically for people with Parkinson’s. Those consuming 15+ points on the diet had a 43% slower rate of progression over the following decade, based on a study of over 3,000 individuals. Join the team at Brian Grant Foundation on Wednesday, January 14th for a presentation from Dr. Laurie Mischley about how to implement these findings in your life, including which food choices matter most, recommended labs tests, supplements worth considering, and more! Click to Register. Webinar: Thursday, January 15th at 12pm: Exploring the Link Between Parkinson's and Alzheimer's What can researchers from Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s learn from each other? Scientists are discovering how different diseases affect the brain in ways that overlap. Understanding this connection may lead to better treatments for everyone. Join the Michael J. Fox Foundation's Third Thursdays Webinar to learn more about this emerging research and what it means for the future of Parkinson’s care. Click to Register. Webinar: Friday, January 16th at 2pm: Navigating Demoralization and Finding Hope After the winter holidays and during the shorter days of the season, many people experience increased depression and feelings of demoralization. In the January webinar from Davis Phinney Foundation, Brad McDaniels, PhD, will discuss why these challenges are common in Parkinson’s, how to manage them, and ways to find and maintain hope while living with Parkinson’s. Click to Register. Article: Occupational Therapy for Parkinson's Disease Occupational therapy is used to help people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) to continue with their daily tasks as the disease progresses. Occupational therapists can help evaluate and plan these activities that are crucial to the well-being and independence of people with PD. Click to Read.

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