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Parkinson’s Early Management Program

A 10-week program for adults who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s in the last three years, and their care providers. The program includes participatory discussion, education and specialized exercise sessions in a warm water pool and on land.

The goals of this program are to:

• Understand more about Parkinson's and how it affects you
• Learn how to safely and effectively exercise with Parkinson's
• Learn to improve flexibility, muscle strength and endurance
• Learn about and practice relaxation techniques
• Learn to better manage your daily activities
• Explore recreational opportunities and community resources
• Learn to better communicate with you doctor/health care professionals
• Discuss common concerns such as medications, sleep, speech and swallowing, coping strategies, nutrition, maintaining and developing relationships
• Set and achieve realistic goals that are important to you

Fee:
$200 for a 10-week session, twice-weekly. Private health insurance plan may cover this cost. Partners attend at no extra cost. 

For further information:
Call the Physiotherapy Department at 416-785-2500, ext. 2683.