Parkinson's
The Edmond J. Safra Parkinson's Wellness Program
This groundbreaking program was founded in 2007 to help improve the lives of those impacted by Parkinson's. Through education, exercise, support groups, and other programs, and in collaboration with the medical and local communities, people impacted by Parkinson's remain active, connected, and empowered. With a primary focus on dignity, hope, and possibility, this program has grown into a welcoming hub for the New York City Parkinson's community. The Edmond J Safra National Parkinson's Wellness Initiative has been adapted nationally in partnership with the National Parkinson's Foundation and is supported by New York’s largest health care provider, Northwell Health, which includes a renowned Parkinson’s program founded on patient- and family-centered care.
Intake is required for all fitness classes and support groups. Registration is required for all events.
Parkinson's Exercise Classes
- Nia: Movement, Music, and Magic
- Chair Exercise Balance + Strength
- Yoga: Relaxation + Flexibility
- Let Your Yoga Dance for Parkinson's
Join Our Mailing List
To be placed on our email list, please send an email to parkinsonswellness@jccmanhattan.org. If you would like to receive information by standard mail, please include your name, address, and phone number.
The Edmond J. Safra Parkinson's Wellness Program is supported by the Edmond J. Safra Philanthropic Foundation.
Program Partners
As New York State's largest health care provider and private employer, Northwell Health’s mission is to improve the health of communities. The focus is on prevention, wellness, and providing the full continuum of diagnosis, treatment, and aftercare services to all those served.
The Edmond J. Safra Foundation assists organizations around the world in educational, scientific, medical, and humanitarian program areas, including Parkinson's disease research and patient care.
For over half a century, the National Parkinson Foundation (NPF) has focused on meeting the needs in the care and treatment of people with Parkinson's disease. NPF has funded more than $172 million in care, research, and support services.
Parkinson's Classes
ONLINE Summer Session: Nia: Movement, Music + Magic for Parkinsons TAKE BOTH
ONLINE Summer Session: Nia: Movement, Music + Magic for Parkinsons TAKE BOTH
Caroline Kohles
Raise your heart rate, laugh, move, dance, and sing to great music while simultaneously increasing your mobility and stability in our signature physical exercise program.
ONLINE Summer Session: Nia: Movement, Music + Magic for Parkinsons Tuesdays
ONLINE Summer Session: Nia: Movement, Music + Magic for Parkinsons Tuesdays
Caroline Kohles
Raise your heart rate, laugh, move, dance, and sing to great music while simultaneously increasing your mobility and stability in our signature physical exercise program.
ONLINE Summer Session: Align and Sing for Parkinson's
ONLINE Summer Session: Align and Sing for Parkinson's
Heather Curran + Bill Connington
ONLINE Summer Session: Nia: Movement, Music + Magic for Parkinsons Thursdays
ONLINE Summer Session: Nia: Movement, Music + Magic for Parkinsons Thursdays
Caroline Kohles
Raise your heart rate, laugh, move, dance, and sing to great music while simultaneously increasing your mobility and stability in our signature physical exercise program.
ONLINE Summer Session: Chair Exercise for Parkinson's
ONLINE Summer Session: Chair Exercise for Parkinson's
Linda Rose Iennaco
Improve posture, reduce stiffness, and increase flexibility in this chair-based exercise class.
Please note anyone participating in this class must have previously had an intake or submitted their physical assessment form.
ONLINE Summer Session: Yoga for Parkinson's
ONLINE Summer Session: Yoga for Parkinson's
Whitney Chapman
Learn beneficial floor, seated, and standing yoga poses to open up new pathways of flexibility and body awareness in this relaxing and energizing class.