Parkinson’s Disease Support
-in and nearby-
The Villages, Florida
There may be no better place for someone with Parkinson’s disease (PD) to live than in or nearby The Villages, Florida. With 11 PD support groups, a PD Center of Excellence nearby, two hospitals minutes away, all of the medical specialists needed to manage the disease, and an active community with plenty of exercise and social opportunities, what more might one want? Of course, Florida also has great weather!
Explore our website. You will find many resources to help you and your care partner live a fulfilling life, regardless of the “diagnosis.” Join us. Come to one or more of our support groups. Get involved. Learn, exercise, be socially active, make new friends. You will be glad you did.
How to navigate this website
Navigating this site is easy. At the top of each page is a list, in alphabetical order, of site content. Click on any entry in the list. That will take you to that content. At the top of each content page, you will find the same navigation menu as this page. You can go to any other subject area from there or click “Homepage” to return to this page. To the right of the list of pages is a small blue magnifying glass. Click on it to open a search window. Enter what you want to search for, and you will be taken to the page(s) where the entry can be found.
When you use a smartphone, navigating to the content is slightly different. On each content page are three small parallel lines at the top-right. Click there and the list of content will appear. Click on any entry to go to the associated page. At the bottom of the list is a search box. Enter what you want to search for, and you will be taken to the page(s) where the entry can be found.
When you are on the go, it would be useful to have an icon on your smartphone that will take you directly to this website. Adding the icon is easy. Go to the Resources Page, scroll all the way to the bottom of the page until you reach “Website”. The instructions are there!
News Flash
The Parkinson’s Foundation seminar, “Navigating Advancing Needs”, that was postponed due to hurricane Milton, has been rescheduled. The new date is Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Same place, same time. No need to re-register. Scroll down to the bottom of this page for details.
What’s Happening Now?
October 16 to October 20, 2024
The Villages
Sunday, 1:30 – 3 p.m. @ Chatham Recreation Center
Popular with Couples. Sit/stretch plus exercise to music and BIG/LOUD plus education and support.
Folks often go out for late lunch/early dinner after the meeting.
Monday 9:30 -10:45 a.m. @ Tierra Del Sol Recreation Center
Tierra Del Sol Recreation Center is an early-voting site. No support group meetings until after the election.
Mostly Men/Women Welcome. Sit/stretch plus exercise to music, discussion, and support.
Monday, 9:30 -10:45 a.m. @ Tierra Del Sol Recreation Center
Tierra Del Sol Recreation Center is an early-voting site. No support group meetings until after the election.
Parkinson’s support group. Education and discussion.
Tuesday, 2- 3:30 p.m. @ Chatham Recreation Center
CZ Sobol’s Parkinson’s Network sitting and standing exercises.
Wednesday 1 – 3 p.m. @ Mulberry Grove Recreation Center
Popular with Couples. Exercise to music plus education, discussion, and support.
Thursday 1:30 – 3 p.m. @ Chatham Recreation Center
CZ Sobol’s Parkinson’s Network sitting and standing exercises.
Thursday October 17, 3:30 – 4:50 p.m. @ Bradenton Recreation Center
All people with Parkinson’s and their care partners are welcome to attend the support group at Bradenton for a “Double Feature” presentation.
First, John Ellis, a renowned soccer figure who has run Senior Soccer in the Villages since 2018, will introduce WALKING SOCCER FOR PARKINSON’S. His plan is not only to give a demo, but reassurance that NO SOCCER EXPERIENCE is necessary to participate and enjoy the benefits this exercise offers while enjoying a safe, friendly outdoor environment!
Then Amy Cearley, CEO and founder of Tri County Caregiver Resource Center, will explain the multitude of resources her company offers to support families and caregivers.
Folks often go out for dinner after the meeting.
Friday (times vary) @ Golf Executive Courses between CR 466 and CR 466A.
Golfing for persons with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners.
Contact Us for where and when to meet.
For a complete list of all recurring monthly activities, check out the Support Group page.
Day Trips
Join others from our Parkinson’s community as we enjoy one-day trips to nearby cities and towns. It could be a care partner respite day for you or come as a couple. You make your own arrangements. It is recommended you sign up ASAP. These events are open to the public. They fill up quickly!
Click on the following for details.
Winter Park – November 14, 2024
Asian lantern Festival – Thursday, January 16, 2025
Once you have booked, Contact Us and in the message section, state what trips you have booked and the names of those going.
Other Events This Month
Future Events
All Parkinson’s Groups Holiday Party
Friday, December 20
5:30-8 pm Savannah Center
$30 per person
Entertainment by The Villages’ own DJ Bill playing all our favorites.
Dancing encouraged. Raffles. BYOB
To sign up, and get more details, click here. Enter “December 20 Holiday Party” in the message section. List the names in your party.
2025
-Moving Day-
Want to get more involved with The Parkinson Foundation Moving Day walk? Our success cannot be accomplished without our wonderful volunteers! There are many areas to become involved. Please fill out the following form and you will receive a response from the PF team.
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