Programs Offered

A study published by the American Physical Therapy Association found that people with Parkinson’s who take part in two-to-three 90-minute boxing therapy sessions over a nine-month period showed clear improvements in both balance and gait.

An activity that gets the cardiovascular system pumping and can help with rigidity, range of movement and depression.

Those impacted by Parkinson’s often speak quietly and in monotone or may mumble and slur words. This therapy has two fundamental areas of focus – improving both the communication skills and swallowing capabilities — a significant issue as the disease progresses.

These activities help patients improve flexibility by reducing stiffness and improving mobility.

Improving muscle strength with weights or resistance bands that improve muscle function and reduce Parkinson’s symptoms related to slowness or “bradykinesia”.

A unique training program that incorporates strength, cardiovascular, and stretching (active, not simply static stretching), which are all beneficial to those impacted by Parkinson’s.

In addition to those activities that help improve balance, other tips and techniques can be taught to help balance. Education of both those impacted by Parkinson’s and their Care Partners can be very beneficial.

Education opportunities around nutrition – what foods are good, what foods should be avoided, recipe sharing and topics that can be beneficial to both those impacted by Parkinson’s and their Care Partners.

Education opportunities around kitchen safety, including various utensils and adaptive equipment.

Providing educational opportunities to share common experiences and concerns, as well as encouragement, comfort and advice.