HOPE in Parkinson’s: Roseburg, OR

Dr. Hart, MDS, talks about new treatment options for Parkinson’s disease.

There are more treatment options for Parkinson’s disease now than there have ever been. This is an exciting time with the development of new biomarkers for Parkinson’s disease through spinal fluid, as well as new diagnostics through skin biopsy. Dr. Hart will be discussing current treatments, ongoing research studies, and how to maintain hope in the face of Parkinson’s Disease.

Presented by: Dr. Kristina Hart is a board-certified neurologist with fellowship training and special interest in movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease and Huntington’s disease. She also has additional training in Botox injections and management of Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for patients with Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor and dystonia.

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McMinnville Movement Class: PRO sponsored in-person

These classes are based on the Methods of John Argue and have been designed specifically for those with Parkinson’s disease.  The approach combines yoga, tai-chi and dance, improving flexibility, strength, balance and overall coordination. This method is known to help prevent falls, improve facial expressiveness and improve intelligibility of speech. His proven strategy for coping with Parkinson’s is to “develop an artful way of moving and speaking,” one that is “graceful, mindful and complete.” 

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Instructor: Bill Wilson

Sliding Scale Fees

Sole Support for Parkinson’s: Eugene

Sole Support Participants
EVERY STEP IS PERSONAL
Join us as we gather to celebrate and support each other, raise awareness for Parkinson’s disease, and fundraise for local programs and services. We are gathering and walking from .Alton Baker Park
Take the first step, register online, or call PRO at 800.426.6806 and we’ll get you registered.
If this is your first walk or your 18th, we thank you for joining us as we fundraise and raise awareness for the important local programs and services provided by Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon.

Safe Driving – In Person, Lane County

Join us for an informative afternoon learning about adaptive aids for driving. Kathy Morgan, Certified Mobility Specialist, will provide tools to keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. This event is in person only.

Driving is a complex task that demands full attention and a composed state of mind. While experience can make drivers better and safer, normal aging can introduce changes that diminish a person’s safety on the road.

Drivers over 65 are twice as likely to have a medical condition that impairs their driving abilities. In Parkinson’s disease (PD), issues such as slowed reaction time, freezing episodes, limited head and neck mobility, and vision changes are common reasons to initiate the conversation about a driving solution.

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Parkinson’s Exercise Class; Virtual

We work Parkinson’s specific exercises for flexibility and strength to build intensity and then move into boxing combinations and footwork (without boxing bags) as we work to build your intensity to get a good workout. This is a workout that can be done standing or from a chair. We work on cognition, balance, strength, agility, flexibility and we have FUN!

This class is best for individuals that are able to work and move independently although it can be modified for those that need to sit. Contact Lori to try a class and see if it works for you.
Instructor: Lori Havas

Class fee: $45

Pedaling for Parkinson’s, Salem Area

A research based program shown to reduce symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Riding an indoor, stationary bicycle has been shown to reduce Parkinson’s disease symptoms by as much as 35%, and it is something almost anyone with Parkinson’s disease can do. Participants ride for 1 hour – a 10 minute warm-up followed by 40 minutes of training and a 10 minute cooldown. Recumbent stationary bikes available.

Instructor: Kate Patty

Free for YMCA members. Non-members pay $140/8 weeks

Fight Back with Neuromuscular Exercise, Eugene

This class engages the brain and body to encourage more fluid, balanced movement and improve strength, agility and gait. The class is ideal for individuals with neuromuscular challenges that may cause loss of balance and coordination. These classes engage the brain and body to encourage more fluid, balanced movement and improve strength, agility and gait. Those who are not independent in standing should bring someone to support them.

Instructor: Eric Beins

Class fees are $7.50/session, must enroll monthly.

Fight Back with Neuromuscular Exercise, Eugene

This class is ideal for individuals with neuromuscular challenges (Parkinson’s mild stroke, multiple sclerosis) that may cause loss of balance and coordination. These classes engage the brain and body to encourage more fluid, balanced movement and improve strength, agility and gait. Those who need individual assistance should bring a personal support worker or care provider.

Instructor: Eric Beins

Monthly sessions, $7.50/class

Parkinson’s Table Tennis, Eugene

Table tennis has been shown to improve motor symptoms of Parkinson’s and increase movement, hand-eye coordination and strength. Plus, it is fun and a great way to met others. This group is specifically for those with symptoms of Parkinson’s.