Breakout Session Presenters & Programs:
One Step Ahead Mobility
One Step Ahead Mobility Physiotherapy is dedicated to helping people of all ages with diverse and often complex medical conditions – including pain – to reach their full physical potential based on their needs and personal goals. In addition to treating musculoskeletal conditions, their expertise includes Parkinson’s and movement disorders, as well as many other neurological conditions. To contact them, phone 416-783-7175 (Toronto, ON) or send an email to [email protected].
Get LOUD, Stay LOUD
Parkinson Canada has partnered with Get LOUD Stay LOUD to help fund three months of free programming for people living with Parkinson’s. This virtual program includes live speech therapist-led voice exercise sessions based on LSVT LOUD®️ and SPEAK OUT®️ therapy techniques as well as a weekly interactive voice maintenance group – “The LOUD Crowd®️.” There are archived exercise sessions to access at YOUR convenience and an ever-growing bank of communication & swallowing resources and webinars. The three months of free programming include a 30-day free trial provided by Get Loud Stay Loud, as well as two months paid by Parkinson Canada. To register for the program, contact Sarah Awde at [email protected].
Movement for People with Parkinson’s
Parkinson Canada is partnering with From the Ground Up to fund an online 12-week program that will focus on 3 main themes running in rotation: (1) quality of movement/dynamics (fast vs slow, sharp vs. soft); (2) rhythmic engagement/musicality in movement; and (3) stimulating cognitive function, memory, spatial awareness. Classes take place 12:00-1:00 pm Eastern on Fridays starting October 6. Classes start with seated mobility exercises. A wooden chair with no arm rests is recommended for those who do not need arm rest support while seated. A portion of the class can be done standing, seated modifications will be offered. A small soft foam ball will be used for various exercises, though if not available a tennis ball or similar type will work. Time will be given at the end of each class for sharing and questions. Maximum of 30 participants. Participants only pay the $50 administrative fee. To register or for more information, contact Sarah Martens at [email protected].
Alexander Technique
Parkinson Canada is partnering with Physique by Kasia to fund a virtual 8-class program titled "Parkinson's and the Alexander Technique" with sessions on Tuesdays at 1:00 PM Eastern beginning October 10. In this program you will learn the 3 secret superpowers that help us to stand, sit, walk, eat and talk with more freedom and ease, and to rediscover a relaxed body that is more resilient, poised and graceful throughout your day. To register for the program, contact Kasia Malec at [email protected] or click here.
Dopa Beats
Fluid Fitness owner Doug Pickard currently leads drum circles, music therapy sessions at group homes and DopaBeats drumming sessions, as well as a full schedule of fitness classes including Rock Steady Boxing classes. To send Doug an email inquiring about DopaBeats, click here.
NeuroSask: Active and Connected
NeuroSask: Active and Connected is a twice-weekly virtual drop-in program for people with neurological conditions, providing physiotherapy-guided movement, expert information on health and wellness, and social-connection. Each session begins with a 30-minute 'Active' portion - a seated movement class led by a physiotherapist – followed by alternating 30-minute Stretching or 'Connect' sessions (guest expert speakers). Come for the physical activity portion, the stretching session, the connect portion, or both. Suggestions and questions can be sent to [email protected]. |
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