Join us for this wonderful speaking program entitled Tai Chi for Balance, Cognition, and Well-Being in Parkinson’s Disease. Discover how the mind and body, and related integrative medicine practices, clinically impact aging and chronic health conditions such as Parkinson’s disease. Author of the bestselling Harvard Medical School Guide to Tai Chi, Peter Wayne, PhD, is…
Bestselling author Dr. Katharine Esty is on a mission to dispel myths about “old age” and to end ageism. In her wide-ranging talk, learn how seniors can continue to live happy, fulfilling lives despite the challenges of aging and COVID-19. Dr. Esty is a practicing psychotherapist, widow, mother, grandmother, and activist for aging well. Her…
Join instructor Stanwood Chang, Founder & Director at Sun Tai Chi Institute of Boston, for weekly tai chi classes, designed specifically for those with Parkinson’s and their caregivers. Please contact 617-731-8500 or ecurcio@goddardhouse.org for more information. This Movement & Therapy Class is part of Parkinson’s in Motion @ Goddard House, a new, innovative program that…
Designed specifically for older adults and facilitated by Bed Hermin (MA in Expressive Arts Therapy and experienced Buddhist practitioner), this eight week course is an introduction to mindfulness-based practices within the context of the aging process. Weaving traditional mindfulness methods with history, biology, and psychology, Bed Hermin guides participants in a multifaceted learning experience within…
Register for this virtual Zoom presentation: https://forms.gle/qKXJMeaB4A97ffMF9 Dr. James DiReda and Jack Maroney along with their childhood friend, Henry Grosse (in memoriam) co-authored The East Side of Addiction, a story of an inner city neighborhoods coming of age during the drug culture of the 60’s. This virtual presentation’s objectives include: Understand the risk factors and signposts of addiction…
This event is FREE of charge and open to the Parkinson’s community! Get inspired by ESPN Founder, Bill Rasmussen, and his signature positive attitude and commitment to staying active, embracing engagement and encouraging others. Diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2014, this life-long entrepreneur and sports fan will motivate you with his unabashed optimism and gratitude. Parkinson’s…
Kathleen M. Howland, Ph.D.Professor, Berklee College of Music TEDx talk speaker on “How Music Can Heal Your Brain and Heart” Register in advance for this meeting: http://bit.ly/goddard-music-and-brain This Professional Speakers Series is part of Parkinson’s in Motion @ Goddard House, a new, innovative program that also includes a monthly Support Group and Movement Therapy Classes…
Facilitated by Carolyn Sandel and Lance Chapman, this presentation provides an overview of what dementia is and is not, common symptoms that accompany memory loss, and communication techniques for real-world situations. Our training helps to build both empathy and understanding of dementia and gives practical tools for someone to use when communicating with or assisting…
Join us this summer for our 2020 Cookin’ Up Jazz Concert Series! Register for this live stream events offered via Zoom by using the link below. REGISTER HERE Call Lance Chapman at 617-731-8500 with any questions. Link to instructions for using Zoom
Goddard House hosts a monthly virtual support group for local caregivers supporting older adults. Come and share your concerns and personal experiences with others who completely understand what you’re going through. The meeting will be held from 7:00-8:30pm via Zoom. Those interested in attending should reach out to Marie Curcio, Director of Resident Support Services…