Parkinson's Wellness Initiative

Parkinson’s Wellness Initiative

PWR! Demonstration: (Parkinson Wellness Recovery) is a safe, supportive fitness program designed specifically for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease. This class focuses on building strength, endurance, flexibility, and balance to help participants stay active and confident in their daily lives. PWR! provides practical movement strategies that support independence and improve the ability to perform everyday activities in a welcoming and empowering environment.

Research from the Parkinson’s Foundation’s Parkinson’s Outcomes Project has proven that 2.5 hours of exercise per week has a significant difference in the quality of life for those with PD. Regular physical activity is linked to improved mobility and less cognitive decline. 

Current participants can register online or in person at the Bender JCC Membership Desk. 

New participants are required to complete an intake interview. Once this has been completed and their neurologist has given clearance, their information will be sent to the program coordinator, who will call them to register them for classes.