These classes have been designed specifically for those with Parkinson’s disease. This approach combines yoga, tai-chi and dance, improving flexibility, strength, balance and overall coordination. Great for those concerned with balance, needing the support of a chair, or simply hoping to add to an existing exercise program.
Sliding scale options for fees.
Numerous studies reveal the benefits of the practice, including reductions in symptoms related to anxiety, depression, stress, chronic pain and more. Recent studies now specifically addressing the benefits of mindfulness for Parkinson’s Disease confirm promising results.
In partnership with Washington County This MINDFUL MEDITATION CLASS is about befriending the mind so that we can to the best of our ability work with the stressors in our life. Using the breath as our guide allows us to discover our innate capacities of compassion and wisdom to work with our lives.
Carepartners welcome to attend!
Note: After registering, you will receive a Zoom (video conference system) invite to your email that will allow you to connect every week. That email has a tutorial on how to use Zoom.
Instructed by:
Martha McJacobs has been a mindful practitioner and teacher for over 40 years. Her passion is to help people experience life in the present moment with courage and kindness.
This group is for family members who are in a caregiving role for a person living with Parkinson’s disease. The group is peer facilitated and meets on the first and third Friday each month.
For information to join your first meeting, please connect with Ann, 415.279.8754.
Open to family caregivers across the region who are caring for a loved one diagnosed with MSA or PSP. Please contact PRO at 800.426.6806 for information on this monthly online meeting and to find out about participating.
Once a month gather with others from the Metro Portland area for an online Happy Hour! Peer facilitator, Jeff, leads this online group for sharing support and friendship.
YOPD in the Portland area should contact Jeff for information to join an upcoming meeting. [email protected]
A fun and supportive hybrid in person and “virtual” song circle to practice projection, voice control and coordination through the joy of singing! Each session will start with a practice vocal warm-up and then sing your favorite songs with guitar accompaniment.
We will sing in person at the PRO office in Beaverton (8880 SW Nimbus Ave., Ste B, Beaverton, OR 97008) or if you can’t make it to join us personally, sign up for the virtual option, and you’ll receive a Zoom link shortly before the songs begin!
Whether in your home or long distance, if you have a parent currently facing a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease, this group will be a welcoming place for support, resource sharing and engagement.
Please call PRO for information and details to join your first meeting. 800-426-6806
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. In Parkinson’s disease, the changes to mood and emotional well-being aren’t often at the forefront. These symptoms are prevalent and important to address.
We will focus on the fact that anxiety is more common in Parkinson’s disease and often an early symptom. Learn to recognize signs and symptoms, as well as self-help and professional supports that are available and effective.
This in-person event will also offer the option to participate online.
Join us for a presentation and panel discussion with representatives from several area healthcare systems. The goal is to provide attendees with knowledge and insights that will help navigate the complexity of today’s healthcare world. Panelists will cover how to best access clinic services, discuss how to prepare for a visit with your neurologist, and explain what the most appropriate communication method is to share concerns with your healthcare team.
We welcome people with Parkinson’s as well as care partners to join the conversation. This group will be casual in nature with opportunities to hear real experiences of people with Parkinson’s who have had DBS. There will be time to share and engage.
During this session we will have Dr. Craigan Griffin, a neurologist from Pacific Crest Neurology, join to answer your questions about the DBS process. Read more about him below!
A Zoom link will be emailed to you 1 week prior to the meeting and will be valid for the following sessions.
Deep Brain Stimulation is a surgical treatment option for Parkinson’s disease that implants a device that delivers electrical pulses in parts of the brain to reduce certain motor symptoms.
*This group is intended for support and sharing of experiences. The subject discussed in the group is not to be taken as medical advice or as consultation for DBS. Please consult your healthcare team regarding your personal care and treatment.