Parkinson's Group of the Ozarks

With our fantastic partnership with the Bodysmith, we are able to provide free Rock Steady Boxing and Pilates classes to Parkinson's families. The Bodysmith also hosts a monthly support in their beautiful facility. Check out the video to learn more about them! If you're interested in joining these classes, contact the Bodysmith at: 417-865-0500 or [email protected]

Did you know the PGO can help you with obtaining free Parkinson's literature? Check out our website for more information! https://parkinsonsgroup.substack.com/p/free-parkinsons-lite

We have some good news to share! There is a new Parkinson's support group available in the Branson West/Reeds Springs area. The support group will be hosted by the Stone County Health Department at One Body Pilates Studio in the Claybough Plaza. For more details check out the information below!

Did you know the Parkinson's Group of the Ozarks offers scholarships to those who want to pursue education toward helping people with Parkinson's disease? To learn more about our scholarship opportunity email us at [email protected] Check out some of our past recipients: https://parkinsonsgroup.substack.com/p/len-s-burton-memoria

The Parkinson's Group of the Ozarks wants to thank everyone who joined us for the "Beyond the Diagnosis" webinar on May 22nd. (Don't forget that you'll get a recording of the online event sent to your email!) It was a successful event and we look forward to offering other Parkinson's learning opportunities in the future. We greatly appreciate the Parkinson's Foundation Heartland Chapter for helping co-host the event and want to express our gratitude for the fabulous guest speakers who took the time to discuss important Parkinson's topics. Thank you again for your support!

Did you know that music is used as a tool to address a variety of the needs of people with Parkinson's disease? Music therapy can help the various symptoms people with Parkinson's disease may experience, such as shortness of breath, soft or slurred speech, swallowing difficulties, and problems with balance/coordination. If you, or your loved one with Parkinson's, are looking for something not only fun, but also effective in decreasing some symptoms of Parkinson's, please join... the Parkinson's Encore Music Therapy Group. No music experience is necessary and the classes are free! Call 417-861-7345 to register and be included in emails to receive links to the Zoom group.

NEW YEAR, NEW YOU!! Rock Steady Boxing gives people with Parkinson's disease hope by improving their quality of life through a non-contact boxing based fitness curriculum. The Rock Steady Boxing Coaches are constantly weaving in creative and entertaining ways to combat a multitude of Parkinson's symptoms. Their classes encourage intense exercise and functional fitness, as well as emotional and social support, which is vital to the well-being of people with Parkinson's.... For more information on these classes, contact: http://www.bodysmithpilates.com/index.html 417-865-0500

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We are looking forward to new possibilities in 2021!

During this extraordinary time of isolation and stress, maintaining good mental health is vital to overall health. The holidays can be especially challenging for families living with Parkinson's disease. Support groups can provide information and access to a wide range of medical experts. They can assist caregivers in coping with the challenges associated with the disease. These special groups of people give and receive fellowship and support from people sharing similar expe...riences. For more information on our local support group contact: -The BodySmith at 417-865-0500

Outdoor support group/drumming this weekend!

Do you know someone in the southwest Missouri area with Parkinson's Disease? We are proud to be offering FREE virtual drumming and music therapy classes thanks to a grant from the Parkinson's Foundation. No experience necessary, low pressure, fun environment. Resonate Wellness Drumming: Every Thursday at 11:00 AM through Resonate . Call 417-818-4427 for more information. Encore Music Therapy: Every Friday at 1:15 PM through Center for Music Therapy and Wellness, LLC. Call 417-861-7345 for more info.

Spread the word! We are excited to announce new FREE in person Yoga, Pilates, and Tai Chi classes for people with Parkinson's during the month of October! If attendance is good we may continue the free classes through the rest of the year and beyond. Monday 3 PM YOGA Wednesday 12 PM PILATES Friday 11 AM TAI CHI... We are also still offering three free Rock Steady Boxing at The Bodysmith classes. Masks are required for all attendees, contact The Bodysmith at 417-865-0500 for more information.

We are excited to announce that the month of Oct. our Yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi for Parkinson's Disease will be FREE! That's right, FREE! Let your friends and f...amily with PD know, grab your mask and come see us at The Bodysmith for the following: Monday 3 pm YOGA Wednesday 12 pm PILATES Friday 11 am TAI CHI See more

Please join us for a Socially Distanced PD Support Group!

Join us for an in person support group at Phelps Grove Park this Saturday. Come early for some drumming.

Coming in September new classes for our folks with Parkinson's! Mondays at 3:00 p.m. Yoga Wednesdays at 12:00 p.m. Pilates Friday's at 11:00 a.m. Tai Chi Call us at 417-865-0500 to sign up or for more info!

From our summer 2020 newsletter... another record breaking 5K

We're going to be posting articles from our summer newsletter in a new format for ease of viewing. Keeping it simple to start: About Parkinson's Disease in the Ozarks

Parkinson's Group of the Ozarks Summer 2020 Newsletter is here! - https://mailchi.mp//parkinsons-group-of-the-ozarks-summer-

We're not like a typical gym with lots of people breathing heavily near each other. We have always cleaned after every client. And masks, along with the personal responsibility of our clients not coming in if they've traveled are keeping everyone safe. Still, this article is even more assuring when it states, "yoga and pilates classes, with just seven or eight participants and little moving around, saw no spread."