Parkinson Canada


September Webinar - WebSocial (700 x 500 px)

During our 3rd Annual Health & Wellness Expo webinar,
participants could choose to attend two of six live wellness program
demonstrations or discussion sessions, helping them discover their
own "swagger" - the art of moving with purpose and embracing the
possibility of living confidently and unapologetically about the way
they move in the world. 

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Parkinson Canada's CareFinder directory can be found
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Get information about the first recipients of Parkinson
Canada's CARE Fund competition here.

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Know of a program that could benefit from applying to the CARE
Fund? Email us
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Breakout Session Presenters & Programs: 

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DANCE: Dancing with Parkinson's 

Dancing with Parkinson's offers free in-person and online dance and
movement classes for people living with Parkinson's disease across
Canada and around the world. Join them at 11:00 a.m. EST, 365 days a
year from wherever you are to connect to community and experience the
joy and benefits of dance! Visit Dancing with Parkinson's for
more information and to register.
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SINGING: Singing with Parkinson's 

Singing with Parkinson's was to address vocal issues associated
with Parkinson's using exercises and warm-ups gleaned from
Paula Wolfson's musical theatre career, and swallowing muscle
exercises borrowed from professional vocal therapists. Voices, both
speaking and singing, grow stronger; breath is better controlled
through specific exercise; there is a deep sense of belonging and
communal support for people who might otherwise isolate; there is
pride in feeling a sense of accomplishment as the brain is engaged
with learning new songs and vocal techniques. Some participants even
report sleeping better after a class. To learn more, visit Singing
with Parkinson's or send
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Paula an email.
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NORDIC POLE WALKING: One Step Ahead Mobility 

For people with Parkinson's, Nordic pole walking helps improve
posture and coordination, keeps the walker more upright with longer,
quicker strides and promotes a steady walking pace. Additionally,
using poles engages both the arms and legs, help reduce stress on the
knees and joints, and stretches the walker's limbs. Visit One
Step Ahead Mobility for more information
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. Urban Poling Inc. is offering
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20% off all poles and accessories. Use code PDHW20. Code expires Oct
31, 2024. 

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IMPROV: Improv for Wellness  

Improv for Parkinson's is designed to introduce students with
Parkinson's to the foundations of improvisation and apply
improv skills to life with Parkinson's. Participants will build
community, learn new skills, work together, tell stories, and laugh!
Family members and care partners are encouraged to attend with
participants, as many games can be played at home after class. The
program's core themes such as presence, celebrating mistakes and
teamwork offers an impactful creative outlet for the
Parkinson's community. To learn more, visit Improv for Wellness
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send them an email.
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BOXING, STRENGTH & CONDITIONING: U-Turn
Parkinson's 

Empower-U by U-Turn Parkinson's is a fun, upbeat,
Parkinson's-specific program for anyone living with P
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arkinson's. The class provides a full-body workout combining
functional strength training, stretching, range of motion,
coordination, balance, boxing and agility exercises. Empower-U is
offered free-of-charge in-person and online, and is suitable for all
levels of ability. In-person classes are offered on Mondays at 10:00
AM CST and Fridays at 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM CST at 525 Beresford
Avenue, Winnipeg. Online classes are offered on Fridays at 11:30 AM
CST on Zoom. To register, create an account online here or
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call 204-510-4869. 

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TAI CHI: U-Turn Parkinson's  

Tai Chi by U-Turn Parkinson's is
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a low-impact exercise that allows participants of all levels of
ability to work on balance, coordination, and flexibility. In the
class, you will be guided through a series of flowing movements that
are designed to improve posture, decrease rigidity, and lower your
risk of falls. You'll learn how to coordinate your breath with
your movements, promoting relaxation and mindfulness. Tai Chi is
offered free-of-charge on Thursdays from 12:00 - 1:00 PM
in-person at 525 Beresford Avenue in Winnipeg, and will be offered
live-online very soon. To register for the in-person class, create an
account online here or call 204-510-4869. To add your name to the
waitlist for Tai Chi online class, fill out this
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form. 
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Information and Referral Helpline L

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Parkinson Canada's Information and Referral team is available
weekdays to answer your questions about Parkinson's or care
partnering, and can provide you with information in electronic or
hard copy formats. Call 1-888-664-1974 or email
[email protected].  

Get your copy of Every Victory Counts® Canadian Edition here.

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Interested in volunteering? Apply and learn more here.
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Parkinson Canada is happy to offer programs such as this webinar at
no cost to the Parkinson's community thanks to the generosity
of our wonderful donors. Please visit parkinson.ca for more
information, to get involved or to support Canadians affected by
Parkinson's by
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making a donation. 

 



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