Calendar of Events

When: 2nd Sunday, 1:30 pm

Where:

St. Joseph Mercy Hospital

Women's Health Center

5320 Elliott Drive Classroom 1 - 2nd Floor

Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Parking Lot S. then parking lot M

Contact: Diane Wood 734.646.9420

*No meetings in July-August

Note: Group also has monthly Social Event, various locations

• Adaptive Exercise: 

When: Mondays @ 3pm

Where:

1500 Scio Church Rd
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Use the West Entrance

Contact: Diane Wood @ 734.646.9420

• Music Therapy Sessions:

We will be continuing this activity weekly throughout the summer under the leadership of Jordan Blanchard.

When: Tuesdays @ 2pm

Where:

Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth

704 Airport Blvd.,suite 1 AA, 48108

near Costco. Parking is at the door.

Contact: Diane Woods @ 734.646.9420

Bay County – Bay City
3rd Friday, 12:00 pm
Paramount Rehab Center
2535 22nd St
Bay City, MI 48708-7612
Megan Monroe, OTRL
mmonroe@prsmichigan.com
Bob Richard, PhD (989) 391-9892
rrichard@oldtymeradio.net

3rd Tuesday, 10:00 am

Contact:  Anne Clark  (269) 441-0920

Where: 

Metro Health Conference Center

2225 Byron Center Avenue, SW, Wyoming, MI 49519

When:

Every Tuesday 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Additional Information:

The class is FREE but you must register by calling 616-252-7199

What:

This 45 minute movement class is designed to increase the flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination of persons with Parkinson’s Disease. The class progresses from seated exercises to standing exercises at a bar to movements across the floor, all to live piano accompaniment. Spouses, caretakers, and friends are all encouraged to participate!

Where:

Grand Rapids Ballet
Meijer-Royce Center for Dance
341 Ellsworth Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI  49503

When:

The classes meet EVERY TUESDAY, from 12:00pm until 12:45pm.

Additional Information:

Please reach out to Attila Mosolygo at AttilaM@grballet.com.
The Grand Rapids Ballet Main Office Phone is: 616-454-4771, x17.

3rd Tuesday, 1:00 pm

Hannon House
4750 Woodward, Detroit MI 48201

Contact:

Gwen Willis 248-722-4085

Janet Whitaker 313-633-1212

Maria Dickerson 313-635-2878

3rd Tuesday at 1pm

*No meeting in June

Location:  McLaren Northern Michigan - Cheboygan Campus
                   3rd floor conference room
                   740 S. Main Street, Cheboygan MI 49721

Contact:  Chelsea LaLonde 231-627-7118 x 2164

3rd Tuesday, 2:00 pm

Joani Szczepanski (989) 893-1503

Area Agency on Aging Region 7

1615 S. Euclid, Bay City, MI 48706

No Meetings June, July & August

3rd Tuesday, 6:00 pm

Valley Court Park Community Center

201 Hillside Court, East Lansing MI 48823

Contact person:  Bill Fullmer 517.230.2629

NEW! Isabella County - Mt. Pleasant

3rd Tuesday, 4:00 pm

Dr. Jamie Haines, PT (989) 779-5604

McLaren Central Michigan Rehabilitation Services

2600 Three Leaves Dr

Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

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Time:

Every 3rd Tuesday @ 12:30 pm

Meets:

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

55 Rapson Lane West

Bad Axe, MI 48413

Contact:

Annette Johnson @ 989-864-3779

Susan Arthur @ 800-843-6394 ext.1765

Human Development Commission @ 800-843-6394

Where:
Spectrum Health Integrated Care Campus
Lower Level Conference Room
2750 East Beltline Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525

When:
This Support Group meets EVERY THIRD TUESDAY of EACH month, from 6:30pm until 8:00pm.

Additional Information:
Contact Nurse Navigator, Jody Van Halsema, 616.447.3471 (Jody.vanhalsema@spectrumhealth.org)

3rd Wednesday, 1:00 pm

Senior Center
140 S. Main St. Scottville, MI 49454

Facilitator: Jerry Chancellor, (231)462-3533

Chippewa County – Sault St. Marie
3rd Wednesay, 1:00 pm
Rene Shimmon (313)357-3407
Bayliss Library
541 Library Dr.
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783

Chippewa County – Sault St. Marie
3rd Wednesay, 1:00 pm
Rene Shimmon (313)357-3407
Bayliss Library
541 Library Dr.
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783

3rd Wednesday, 1:00 pm

Independence Village Harmony Hall
255 Mayer Road, Frankenmuth MI 48734

Contact Marilyn Bernthal (989)652-2515

What:

Helps achieve and maintain the highest level of physical functioning. This class is led by Physical Therapist very familiar with the needs of those with Parkinson's.  The class provides enjoyable exercise tailored to assist people with Parkinson’s improve balance, strength and motor functions. You may participate alone or bring a partner.

Where:

Mercy Saint Mary's Hauenstein

220 Cherry SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

When:

Class is offered EVERY WEDNESDAY and FRIDAY, from 1:15pm until 2:15pm

Additional Information:

Doctor’s approval in writing is required.  Cost is $3.00 per session or 11 classes for $30 prepaid.  A physician's note approving participation in the class is required.  Also, participants need to be safe for dynamic movement and balance activities or they are welcome to have a family member or caregiver guard them.   Music is used to stimulate effort and pacing, but this is not a dance class.   We strive to provide the foundational flexibility, strength, and balance control needed to keep posture erect and walking safe and stable. 

3rd Wednesday, 2-4 pm

Location:  Bellaire Family Health Center,
4955 S. M-88, Bellaire MI 49615

Contact:  Linda Cran, (231)633-1237

Every 3rd Wednesday
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
242 Church
Room # 4
7526 Grand River Ave
Brighton, MI 48114

Contact: Stuart Blatt, PT, PhD 810-923-8970

3rd Wednesday, 6:30 pm  

Monroe Charter Twp. Bldg Nature Ctr

4925 E. Dunbar Rd

Monroe, MI 48161

Contact:  Jennifer Traver (734)497-5683

MovingUP Together, a Michigan Parkinson Foundation Community for those diagnosed with PD and families who are 50 years of age or younger Third Wednesday, 7:00 pm

Salem United Church of Christ 33424 Oakland Street, Farmington MI 48335

Contact: Tim Andersson, Facilitator 248-962-3783 or Movinguptogether@gmail.com 

MovingUP Together, a Michigan Parkinson Foundation Community for those diagnosed with PD and families who are 50 years of age or younger Third Wednesday, 7:00 pm

Salem United Church of Christ 33424 Oakland Street, Farmington MI 48335

Contact: Tim Andersson, Facilitator 248-962-3783 or Movinguptogether@gmail.com 

3rd Thursday at 10:00am

Tawas Area Presbyterian Church
2095 US-23
East Tawas, MI 48730

Rachel Haviland: 989-984-5292

*Meets April thru October

3rd Thursday, 11:00 am

West Shore Hospital Education Center, Room 1
1456 E. Parkdale, Manistee, MI 49660

Jeannie Lewis, (231)510-4986

3rd Thursday, 1:00 pm

St. John The Evangelist Church

614 Pine Street

Essexville, MI 48732

Contact:  Bob Richard  (989)391-9892

Kent County - Grand Rapids Provision
3rd Thursday, 1:00 pm
Erin Wallace (616) 307-0534
ewallace@provisionliving.com
Provision Living
820 Forest Hill Ave SE Ste A
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

3rd Thursday at 1:30 pm

Location: Ionia County Commission on Aging
115 Hudson Street, Ionia MI 48846

Call Retta McCaul (616)693-2121

3rd Thursday, 2 pm

Leelanau Government Services Building
8527 E. Government Center Drive, Suttons Bay MI 49692

Contact: April Missias, Director: (231)256-8125

3rd Thursday, 2:00 pm

Trinity Lutheran Church
955 James Street, Frankfort MI 49635

Contact:  Fred Hough (231)882-4865

No meetings January - April

3rd Thursday at 3:30 p.m.

Location: Tamarac Center for Well Being

1401 W. Main St., Fremont, MI 49412

Contact: Michelle Klochack, RN - Michelle.klochack@spectrumhealth.org

Brighton Adaptive Exercise Class
Every Thursday
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
242 Church
Kids Community Room (in the basement)
7526 Grand River Ave
Brighton, MI 48114

Contact: Stuart Blatt, PT, PhD 810-923-8970

Dancing with Parkinson’s
A Fun Way to Improve Movement
for people with Parkinson’s Disease and their Care Partners
When: Thursdays starting January 11 @ 4-5pm
Fridays starting January 12 @ 10-11am
Where: Friendship Village Fitness Center
1400 N. Drake Road, Kalamazoo
Cost: $5.00 per person per class (FV residents FREE)
To enroll, contact Nancy Schullery: (269) 372-7241 or nmsch1020@gmail.com

Dancing with Parkinson’s
A Fun Way to Improve Movement
for people with Parkinson’s Disease and their Care Partners
When: Thursdays starting January 11 @ 4-5pm
Fridays starting January 12 @ 10-11am
Where: Friendship Village Fitness Center
1400 N. Drake Road, Kalamazoo
Cost: $5.00 per person per class (FV residents FREE)
To enroll, contact Nancy Schullery: (269) 372-7241 or nmsch1020@gmail.com

What:

Helps achieve and maintain the highest level of physical functioning. This class is led by Physical Therapist very familiar with the needs of those with Parkinson's.  The class provides enjoyable exercise tailored to assist people with Parkinson’s improve balance, strength and motor functions. You may participate alone or bring a partner.

Where:

Mercy Saint Mary's Hauenstein

220 Cherry SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

When:

Class is offered EVERY WEDNESDAY and FRIDAY, from 1:15pm until 2:15pm

Additional Information:

Doctor’s approval in writing is required.  Cost is $3.00 per session or 11 classes for $30 prepaid.  A physician's note approving participation in the class is required.  Also, participants need to be safe for dynamic movement and balance activities or they are welcome to have a family member or caregiver guard them.   Music is used to stimulate effort and pacing, but this is not a dance class.   We strive to provide the foundational flexibility, strength, and balance control needed to keep posture erect and walking safe and stable.