The Attleboro Norton YMCA offers monthly support groups at the Sweet Community House. Support groups can help you cope with the day-to-day realities of having Parkinson’s disease or caring for someone with Parkinson’s disease. Being part of a support group is a great way to reduce stress and connect with others who can relate to your experience. This FREE group is open to anyone diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease or a caregiver of someone with Parkinson’s Disease.
2024 Meeting Schedule
Every Third Wednesday of the Month
12:00 – 2:00 PM
Sweet Community HouseClick for Topic and Details of This Month’s Support Group
Each month, the topics will vary. Meetings will include open discussions and some will have guest speakers.
This group is hosted monthly in memory of Renny Chapman.
Questions?
Contact Nicole Szeliga at nszeliga@attleboroymca.org, or by calling (508) 409-0773.
2024 Neuro Group Exercise Schedule
Class Descriptions
Boxing and Conditioning: This class combines elements of boxing technique with targeted conditioning exercises. Participants in this class can expect to see improvements in hand-eye coordination, balance, and endurance over time.
Cycle: Utilizing stationary bikes with adjustable resistance levels to allow participants to cycle comfortably while seated. Seated cycling reduces the risk of falls and minimizes stress on joints, making it suitable for individuals with mobility issues or balance impairments.
Strength and Mobility: This class is designed to improve overall physical fitness and cognitive function while also enhancing mobility and freedom of movement while blending different types of exercise , such as resistance training, cardiovascular exercises, agility drills, and cognitive challenges.
Chair Yoga: This class helps Strengthen the mind-body relationship, improve balance, create strength and stability, loosen tight muscles, reduce anxiety and depression, and create fluidity of movement all while seated in a chair.