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  • our programs
  • Parkinson's Resources
  • Donors and sponsors
  • Newly Diagnosed Resources
  • Mental Health
  • Annual Golf Classic
  • PD Hospital Kit
  • Contact Us

Our free programs are supported by a 2024 community grant from the Parkinson’s Foundation.

Our Programs

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Education/Support Group

The Cedar Rapids Parkinson's Association hosts a monthly support/education meeting for both people with Parkinson's and care partners on the third Friday of each month at 12:00 pm. 

Meetings are not held in December.


Meetings are held at the 

DeWolf Innovation Center for Aging and Dementia

9000 C Ave NE

Cedar Rapids


Guest speakers are invited each month to present on topics related to Parkinson's Disease, caregiving, and health/wellness. Please see our calendar below for dates, speakers, and registration link.

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Wellness Programs

  • Moving with PD Exercise
  • Chair Yoga
  • ParkinSingers Vocal Exercise & Singing
  • PD Dance
  • PD Boxing


Programs may be held both in person and on Zoom.

Classes are held at the DeWolf Innovation Center for Aging and Dementia. PD Boxing is held at HallMar Presbyterian Homes. Please see the schedule below for location and date/time.

The above pre-recorded videos are available to watch anytime on our YouTube channel.

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REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR IN-PERSON CLASSES VIA SIGNUPGENIUS

Classes & Events

YOU MUST REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON CLASSES 

via SignUp Genius or call 319-430-3729

You do not need to register if you are attending via Zoom

Please visit our YouTube channel and Facebook page for prerecorded exercise videos.

Class Descriptions (All Classes Via Zoom)

Moving with PD

Moving with PD is a 45-minute class held both seated in a chair and standing. Exercises consist of big movements, range of motion, strength, flexibility, postural stability, cognitive, balance, and gait. Care Partners are welcome to attend!

Parkinsingers

 

Parkinsingers is a 45-minute vocal exercise group for those with Parkinson's. Caregivers are welcome to attend. There are MANY benefits to singing! These include: improving volume and clarity when speaking, strengthening muscles involved in swallowing and breathing, increasing mood, providing opportunities for self-expression, and of course having fun! Each class we begin with vocal warm ups and then sing through favorite songs. No previous singing experience required, and all are welcome! Instructor: Taught by a Board Certified-music therapist from West Music.

PD Dance

Dance appears to meet many, if not all, of the recommended components for exercise programs designed for individuals with PD. The benefits of dance include improved balance and gait function as well as improved quality of life. You do not need to be “a dancer” to participate in PD Dance. No experience or partner is needed but person with PD and care partner are both welcom. Come and learn some fun Latin and Ballroom line dances with a variety of music for great exercise! 

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