A dynamic, high-energy circuit combining aerobic activity with lower-body strength and power. Participants will move through stations designed to challenge endurance, build strength, and enhance functional mobility. This session focuses on improving cardiovascular fitness, explosive movement, and high amplitude training, all while maintaining accessibility and safety for people of varying abilities.

Instructors

Bethany Althaus, PT, DPT, NCS, PWR! Moves
Director of Clinical Excellence at Maine Strong Balance Centers 

Anna Chornyak, PT, LSVT, PWR! Moves

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends, and the community.

What do Shakespeare, opera, and pickleball have in common? Join Kurt Brungardt for an engaging, playful session that trains your brain, body, and spirit. Through a mix of movement, vocal exercises, and expressive activities, participants will explore voice, speech, expression, and balance in ways that awaken confidence, presence, and joy.

No acting, singing, or fitness experience is required—just bring your curiosity and a willingness to explore. This session blends creativity and physicality, offering a unique opportunity to connect with your body, strengthen your voice, and have fun along the way.

Speaker

Kurt Brungardt
Writer, Director, Teacher, and Personal trainer
Shakespeare for Parkinson's

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends, and the community.

Power Over Parkinson’s is a workout designed to help manage the symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease. Join us for both seated and standing exercises that will improve stability, power and gait function. Gain strength and confidence in managing Parkinson’s challenges!

Instructors

Trish Froehlich, NAFC* (Coach)

Cindy Rosato, NAFC* (Coach)

Mark (PD Student)

*NAFC = National Association of Fitness Certifications

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends, and the community.

Join us for a dynamic, full-body workout designed to enhance the key areas of fitness recommended by the Parkinson’s Foundation—cardio, strength, flexibility, agility, coordination, and balance. This session focuses on practical, functional movements you can use every day to stay active, confident, and independent. You’ll leave feeling energized and equipped with exercises to help maintain mobility and support overall well-being.

Equipment needed: sturdy chair, water, towel, light dumbbells (or household alternatives like water bottles or soup cans)

Instructors

Allison Boshart, Physical Therapist, DPT
PWR! (Parkinson's Wellness Recovery), Delay the Disease, LSVT Big
Instructor of the Premier Parkinson’s Wellness Program at Miami Valley Hospital North

Alec Heffner, AT, CSCS, TSAC-F, TPI F2
Total Health Works Parkinson's
Instructor of the Premier Health Parkinson’s Wellness Program at Miami Valley Hospital North

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends, and the community.

Pull up a chair, pour yourself a cup, and join us for an open conversation with the Parkinson’s Foundation’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Sneha Mantri and guest expert, Dr. Matthew Burns. Our Coffee & Conversation series creates a space for you to ask the questions that matter most. This sessions will focuse on the movement symptoms of Parkinson's. 

From tremors to stiffness to changes in balance, movement symptoms are often the most visible signs of Parkinson’s—but they can also be the most misunderstood. In this session, Dr. Sneha Mantri Dr. Matthew Burns will answer your questions about managing, treating, and living with movement symptoms.

Bring your questions. Bring your curiosity. Bring the conversation. Don’t forget your coffee (or tea!).

Speakers

Sneha Mantri, MD, MS
Neurologist, Duke University
Chief Medical Officer, Parkinson's Foundation 

Matthew R. Burns, M.D., Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Neurology, Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at UF Health, Department of Neurology, University of Florida College of Medicine

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends, and the community.

Navigating medical appointments with Parkinson’s can feel overwhelming, especially when time is limited, and priorities compete. The Parkinson’s Foundation Optimizing Care Initiative emphasizes the importance of what matters to you—ensuring your voice, story, and needs are central to your care. This webinar will explore practical strategies for self-advocacy, how to use storytelling to share your health journey effectively, and ways to clearly communicate your priorities so you leave your appointments feeling heard and empowered. 

Speaker

Sneha Mantri, MD, MS
Neurologist, Duke University
Chief Medical Officer, Parkinson's Foundation

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends, and the community.

Learn why boxing is such a great way to combat the symptoms of Parkinson’s as Coaches lead you through a moderate to vigorous basic boxing circuit and discuss the “why” behind how Rock Steady adapts a boxer’s traditional training regimen to target symptoms of PD.

Equipment needed: Chair, boxing gloves

Instructors

Chris Timberlake, ACSM CPT, CIFT

Preston Moon
RSB Head Coach
 

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends, and the community.

Join us for a special Mindfulness Monday session designed with care for the Parkinson’s community. In this practice, Crista will guide you through gentle hand mudras, calming breath with sound, and a soothing guided imagery of an evening walk in nature. Together, we’ll explore simple ways to relax the body, steady the mind, and invite a sense of connection and peace.

This session requires no prior experience and can be done from a chair or any comfortable position. Come as you are—all you need is yourself, your breath, and a willingness to receive a moment of ease.

Whether this is your first mindfulness Monday, or you are a returning participant, these sessions are created with the intention of including everyone. There will be time for questions following the practice. 

Speaker

Crista Ellis, E-RYT, B.Sc
Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Life Coach, Founder of Rising Rose Yoga
Senior Community Engagement Manager, Parkinson's Foundation

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends, and the community.

Regístrese Aquí

En este webinar, diseñado para los aliados en el cuidado que enfrentan el agotamiento mientras apoyan a su ser querido, aprenderán a reconocer las señales de agotamiento del cuidador, comprender qué es y explorar herramientas y estrategias prácticas para manejar el estrés y mantener su bienestar mientras brindan cuidados.

10 a.m. Hora del Pacífico (Los Ángeles)
11 a.m. Hora de la Montaña (Colorado, Phoenix y Nuevo México)
12 p.m. Hora del Centro (Texas y Ciudad de México)
1 p.m. Hora del Este (Nueva York , Peru y Colombia)
2 p.m. Hora de Venezuela
3 p.m. Hora de Chile y Argentina

*Por favor, verifica su zonas horarias.*

Presentadora

Edna Hutchinson
CCHW-S3
Gerente de programa, Programa de Educación para la Autogestión de Enfermedades Crónicas
Instructora de formación en primeros auxilios para la salud mental
Instructora del programa PEARLS, Presbyterian Community Health

Panelistas

Margarita Monroy
Aliada en el cuidado

Martha Suárez Torres
Aliada en el cuidado
Terapeuta del lenguaje especialista en Parkinson 
Máster en enfermedades neurodegenerativas 
Certificada por la Parkinson’s Foundation en el Team Training Program For Parkinson´s y Team-Based Palliative Care Essentials for Parkinson´s 
Miembro de la Asociación Civil Parkinson Caracas y de la Sociedad de Trastornos del Movimiento.
Embajadora Líder de la Davis Phinney Foundation for Parkinson´s

¿En busca de algo más? Podrá encontrar todos nuestros videos de EP Salud en Casa en YouTube.

Más información:

Todos los eventos de “EP Salud en Casa" – Parkinson.org/EPSalud.

Una lista de nuestros recursos en español – Parkinson.org/Recursos

Línea de Ayuda – 1-800-473-4636, opción 3 para español.

La Parkinson’s Foundation agradece a Amneal por patrocinar esta programación.

Regístrese Aquí

Cuéntenos su experiencia con el Parkinson por medio de imágenes que lo inspiren a compartir momentos o historias relacionadas con la enfermedad. En este programa lo invitamos a participar e interactuar con su comunidad de Parkinson. Para asegurar la privacidad de su participación, no estaremos grabando el programa. Queremos ofrecer un espacio de confianza y ánimo.

10 a.m. Hora del Pacífico (Los Ángeles)
11 a.m. Hora de la Montaña (Colorado, Phoenix y Nuevo México)
12 p.m. Hora del Centro (Texas y Ciudad de México)
1 p.m. Hora del Este (Nueva York , Peru y Colombia)
2 p.m. Hora de Venezuela
3 p.m. Hora de Chile y Argentina

*Por favor, verifica su zonas horarias.*

Presentador

Eric E. Espinoza 
Coordinador de programa y vinculación, Programa de la enfermedad de Parkinson y los trastornos del movimiento
Coordinador de estudios de investigación, KTEAM Lab 
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
 

¿En busca de algo más? Podrá encontrar todos nuestros videos de EP Salud en Casa en YouTube.

Más información:

Todos los eventos de “EP Salud en Casa" – Parkinson.org/EPSalud.

Una lista de nuestros recursos en español – Parkinson.org/Recursos

Línea de Ayuda – 1-800-473-4636, opción 3 para español.