Nutrition
Zarifa Monson, registered dietitian, from the Bow Valley PCN joins us to share information on the importance of nutrition, the role of nutrition in managing Parkinson’s and which dietary choices […]
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Parkinson’s 101
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month! Whether you or a loved one have been recently diagnosed or have had Parkinson’s for a few years now; this presentation is a great opportunity […]
PWR! Moves
This Parkinson’s specific, PWR! Moves session will help you fight your way through PD medium-high intensity.
Dancing Parkinson’s
Taught by Dancing Parkinson’s YYC program director, Vicki Adams Willis, and teacher Krista White with accompaniment by keyboard player Sheldon Zandboer, this low-impact class will introduce the viewer to a cross-section of material from the program. You will need a sturdy chair for the first part of the class.
Your Role in Medications
This webinar will focus on recognizing medication reactions, how to differentiate motor and non-motor symptoms and how care partners can help their loved ones navigate different medication management options.
Strength Training
Join Shalaine Sedres for 15-minutes of exercise targeted at strength training and maintaining muscle mass. The session includes a warm-up, arm circuit, leg circuit, and cool down. You will need a sturdy chair and set of weights or household items that can be used as weights (e.g. cans).
PD & Exercise
Join PWR! trained physiotherapist Connie Harrison for a low – moderate intensity class. Please wear comfortable clothing and have a sturdy chair.
Five Minute Upper Body Stretch
Join us to learn a few great upper body stretches that you can do every day in less than 5 minutes!
Parkinson’s and Dementia
What is the difference between Dementia, Parkinson’s Dementia and Lewy-Body Dementia? How do people live well and cope with Dementia and Alzheimer’s? Join Padma Genesh from the Alzheimer Society of Calgary to learn all about Dementia and Alzheimer’s, the connection to Parkinson’s and what the disease looks like for people living with Parkinson’s and their […]
PD Boxing
This program by Alex from Undisputed Boxing will include specific boxing exercises to improve your hand-eye coordination, balance, and flexibility. Along with boxing basics – punching, slipping, and moving we will also include specific circuits that relate to Parkinson Disease. These circuits will include footwork drills, core and balance exercises, cognitive drills, and some laughs! […]