Plan to attend this in-person presentation by Dr. Pinky Agarwal, MD. Neurology Specialist with over 24 years of experience in the medical field. Currently at Evergreen Health Medical Center in Kirkland Washington.
Dr. Agarwal will explore the impact of OFF episodes and dyskinesia on daily lives. As well as explain how Gocovri treats these episodes. There will be time for questions at the end.
Nia Jones, Program Coordinator for Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon will also be in attendance.
Basics and Beyond
Whether you were recently diagnosed, going through transitions as your symptoms change, or are a family member of someone with Parkinson’s disease, this lecture will help you piece together an understanding of this complex neurological condition.
90,000 people in the US live with this disease and every 6 minutes someone receives this diagnosis. Worldwide disability and death due to Parkinson’s is rising faster than any other neurological disorder. This new data determined that the prevalence is nearly twice what was previously reported.
Presented by Libby Kennard, Program Lead
RSB training is an effective training method that’s beneficial for people in all stages of PD, including those who have just been diagnosed and those who have lived with PD debilitation for decades. RSB helps Parkinson’s patients to move easier and safely while improving their posture, gait, flexibility, and resistance to injury. It opens the window to healing and happiness.
We work with clients at any level – some boxers may require a cornerman (spouse, friend, caretaker).
Instructor: Kim Adams
Fee Based
Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) is a non-contact fitness program designed specifically for people with Parkinson’s.
According to RSB, “boxers” condition for optimal agility, speed, muscular endurance, accuracy, hand-eye coordination, footwork and overall strength.
Instructor: Curly Dykstra
Fee Based
This 45-minute indoor cycling class combines fitness and travel. Designed for people with Parkinson’s. It is ia fun, high intensity class which applies the “forced exercise” principle.
Must be able to sit on a spin bike without support. We do not stand during any portion of the class. Travel the world with us while listening to fun upbeat music. A large screen tv is used to provide a virtual tour of many countries.
Instructor: Curly Dykstra
Fee Based
Balance and overall conditioning, this seated workout encompasses far more than movement. Chair based exercises ill develop your cardio fitness, muscular strength and flexibility.
Come learn the proper biomechanics of free weight exercises. This class is for anyone who would like to enhance coordination, balance and over all conditioning.
Instructor: Curly Dykstra
Fee Based
Informed by the renowned Dance for PD program originating in New York, this class aims to inspire, guide, and organize body-mind connection to create a joyful practice of mobility, balance, co-ordination, and imaginative playfulness. Using stories, imagery, music, and community to engage our mind, heart, and body, we will explore an empowering and inclusive experience of dance.
Classes are designed for both seated and standing participation. Modifications are encouraged. No past dancing experience is needed. Partners are welcome.
Instructor: Megan Walker Straight
Fee Based
Peer-led support group for people with Parkinson’s disease and their supporting family. This group meets in person at Mountain Meadows Clubhouse. For links and information email [email protected] or call facilitators, Laurie, 650.575.8434 or Gail, 479.420.8939.
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The support group in Medford welcomes family, friends and care partners as well as those living with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease. This meeting is held at the Medford Library at 205 South Central Avenue. Please enter through the Riverside Ave. side of the building. There is a large parking lot and a group member will be there to let you into the building.
Contact Curt for details and before attending your first meeting. 541.601.0602
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This group is for people with Parkinson’s disease as well as their supporting family members. The group meets monthly at the Coos Bay Public Library. Please call the group facilitator, Aaron, 541.808.1336, prior to attending your first meeting.
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