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

March Newsletter & Class Schedule 3/2 - 3/8 Dear Friends: We know it—The more you move, the better you can manage your PD symptoms. These last few weeks the weather has made it challenging to meet that goal. Keep trying to stick with your exercise routine, and remember that Spring is right around the corner! Maybe head outside for one more snowball fight before it all melts. As always, when in doubt, phone our hosting senior centers to find out if they are open and operating classes during this unpredictable weather season. 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 this week with Sally 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. 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 a recorded workout with Kim Click to access Parkinson's Foundation Fitness Friday videos  News, Articles, & More Support Group: Choose Happy Parkinson's Network on Monday, March 2nd at 11am Join us at the Marblehead Council on Aging after Kim's exercise class on the first Monday of the month. Gail Perry-Borden welcomes all to come together, share stories, ask questions, find encouragement and inspiration. Webinar: Gait and Freezing in Parkinson's—Monday, March 2nd at 3pm Gait freezing and walking challenges are some of the most frustrating movement Parkinson’s symptoms.  Michael Braitsch, PT, DPT, a physical therapist specializing in Parkinson’s, will explain why gait changes happen and shares practical tools and strategies to improve mobility. Click to Register. Webinar: Thriving Through Speech Therapy: Staying Connected—Overcoming Communication Barriers— Wednesday, March 4 at 3pm Communication is at the heart of staying connected – to loved ones, to daily life, and to the world around us. In this webinar, we’ll explore how Parkinson’s disease can affect communication. Join us for this insightful discussion and you’ll learn: simple, practical tips to make conversations easier and more successful how technology can support clearer communication meaningful ways family members and friends can help with conversations This session offers realistic strategies, encouragement, and hope for staying engaged and understood. Click to Register. Webinar: Live Well Today Webinar: Nutrition and Parkinson’s: Thursday, March 5 at 11am A candid conversation presented by Davis Phinney Foundation with Richelle Flanagan, RD, who lives with Parkinson’s, exploring nutrition through both research and lived experience. Richelle will discuss what research supports, what remains uncertain, and how you can make evidence-informed choices about your diet and nutrition to help you live well today.Click to Register. Webinar: Tremor, Shakes & Everything in Between: Parkinson’s Motor Symptoms: Wednesday, March 11th at 11am Motor symptoms (also known as movement symptoms) are among the most recognizable aspects of Parkinson’s disease (PD). From tremor and rigidity to dyskinesia (involuntary, erratic movements), and changes in gait, these symptoms often affect daily life. In our new webinar, explore the wide spectrum of these symptoms, how they evolve and strategies for managing them. Click to Register. Webinar: Sleep and Parkinson’s: What’s Going On (and What Can Help)—Thursday, March 19th at 12pm Sleep disturbances like insomnia and daytime sleepiness are common in Parkinson’s disease. One condition in particular — acting out your dreams or REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD) — is also linked to Parkinson’s risk and can appear years before other symptoms. In this Third Thursdays Webinar from Michale J. Fox Foundation, a panel of experts will discuss what researchers are learning about the connection between sleep and Parkinson’s. Tune in to ask your questions live and get practical tips for managing sleep troubles. Click to Register. Article: New Exercise Tips Aim to Help People With Parkinson’s Stay Active The Parkinson’s Foundation and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) are teaming up to make exercise more accessible and sustainable for people with Parkinson’s disease — while keeping patients safe. The foundation and the ACSM have announced updated exercise guidelines for Parkinson’s patients — the first in three years. The new updates incorporate expert feedback and insights focused on time management, exercise dose and intensity, and adaptations as the disease progresses. Click to Read. Webinar: Dr. Gilbert Hosts: Keeping Parkinson’s Research on Track—Sustaining Momentum: Research Supported by APDA Bridge Funding: Thursday, March 26th at 2pm In response to the difficult funding climate for Parkinson’s disease research, APDA launched the Bridge Funding Awards to sustain promising investigators facing unexpected gaps in support. These awards ensure that critical research continues without interruption. Hear from APDA's three inaugural Bridge Funding awardees and explore how APDA is helping keep their Parkinson’s research moving forward. Dr. Franchino Porciuncula will discuss his work on strategies to improve the walking of someone with Parkinson’s disease Dr. Donghe Yang will discuss his work on generating dopamine neurons from stem cells Dr. Helen Hwang will discuss her work on cerebrospinal fluid biomarkers for Parkinson’s disease Join us for an inside look at some exciting PD research that is currently underway! Click to Register. Parkinson's Fitness | 46 Brittania Circle | Salem, MA 01970 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice