Parkinson's Family Support
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 Parkinson’s Family Support offers a variety of programs to help you live well with the disease. Living with Parkinson’s can be very challenging; our program offers a holistic approach that supports every member of the family by positively impacting quality of life.
Our expertise and experience have made us the leading provider of Parkinson’s programming that positively impacts quality of life. We offer education, resources, networking, movement and wellness programming, and support for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners.
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Signature Programs
Our Dance Program and Adult Child Support Group are unique in Massachusetts. Our monthly support group hosts expert speakers to address innovative approaches to living well with Parkinson’s. Care partners and individuals with Parkinson’s disease have a chance to meet to share strategies and provide support. Support groups are run by an occupational therapist and social workers.
In partnership with Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Speech, Language, and Swallowing Disorders Department and MGH Partners Parkinson’s disease and Movement Disorders Center, we launched the Tremble Clefs in 2009. This choral group is for people with Parkinson’s disease and their spouses and care partners. Participation can help address voice and communications problems through breathing, stretching and posture activities, vocal exercise, rhythm and movement, and a strong social support system.
Our Services Include
- Parkinson’s Dance classes
- Tremble Clefs choral group
- Monthly support groups for individuals with Parkinson’s and their care partners
- Support group for adult children of people with Parkinson’s
- Free one-time home safety evaluation and family consultation
- Information and referral services
- Community wellness programming
- CEU presentations and training programs on Parkinson’s care
For more information, call 781-647-JFCS (5327) or email your questions via our contact us page.