Active Older Adults

Active Older Adults

It’s not just kids’ stuff at the Forest City Family YMCA!

Come learn, grow, and be healthy with our many diverse programs for 50+ year olds.

Parkinson's Disease Speaker Series

All Locations
10/15/24 - 10/22/24
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How Parkinson’s Disease Influences Movement & Exercise Ideas to Combat these Changes
October 2 at 9:00am
Presented by Michelle Adix, PT, DPT, ATC of Lake Mills Physical Therapy.
Find out how Parkinson’s Disease influences movement and learn some ideas of things to do to combat these changes.

Music Therapy & Parkinson’s Disease
October 15 at 8:00am
Presented by Dr. Melanie Harms Espeland, a board-certified music therapist trained in advanced neurologic techniques.
Come learn about opportunities and outcomes of therapeutic singing and patterned sensory enhancement exercises on the voice, respiratory, and sensorimotor control as well as quality of life of those living with PD. No prior music experience is necessary to benefit from these opportunities. Come and experience the effects first hand in this informational session and demonstration.

Eating to Promote Health & Well-Being
October 22 at 9:00am
Join us as Jennifer Snyder, RD, LD, CDE, Dietician & Diabetes Educator from Hancock County Health Systems talks about the importance of a balanced diet to promote health and well-being for everyone.  While there is currently no scientific evidence that any specific dietary factor is beneficial for Parkinson’s Disease, a healthful eating plan can promote overall well-being. She will discuss the impact of various foods, nutrients, and dietary patterns that can help people live better with the disease.


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Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/15/24
8:00 am
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10/22/24
9:00 am
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