Parkinson’s Support Groups – All are Welcome!
Those with Parkinson’s disease that live in and nearby The Villages, Florida, are fortunate because there are eleven Parkinson’s support groups readily available to them. Parkinson’s disease support groups are reported by many health professionals to help participants achieve best quality of life.
Some support groups offer exercise, some focus on Parkinson’s disease education, others are for care partners, and one is for women with Parkinson’s disease.
If you want more information about one of the support groups before you attend, fill out a contact form with a note stating what specific information you seek.
The Villages Support Groups
No need to call ahead, just show up!
Sunday, 10:00 – 11:15 a.m. , Walking Soccer @ the Everglades Soccer Field
For those with Parkinson’s disease, and their care partner.
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
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
Parkinson’s support group. Education and discussion.
1st Tuesday of each month 11:00 a.m. – 12 noon @ Lake Miona Recreation Center
Women with Parkinson’s (Parkinson’s DIVAS) Support Group
Tuesday 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Chatham Recreation Center
CZ Sobol’s Parkinson’s Network sitting and standing exercises.
Wednesday 1:00 – 3 p.m. @ Mulberry Grove Recreation Center
Popular with Couples. Exercise to music plus education, discussion, and support.
Thursday 10:00 – 11:15 a.m. , Walking Soccer @ the First Responder’s Soccer Field
For those with Parkinson’s disease, and their care partner.
4th Thursday of each month. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. @ Eisenhower Recreation Center, McArthur Room
Care partner luncheon meeting. Bring your own lunch.
Thursday 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. @ Chatham Recreation Center
CZ Sobol’s Parkinson’s Network sitting and standing exercises.
1st and 3rd Thursday of each month 3:30 – 4:50 p.m. @ Bradenton Recreation Center
Support group for persons with Parkinson’s and their care partners.
Folks often go out for dinner after the meeting.
Friday times vary @ Golf Executive Courses between CR 466 and CR 466A.
Leesburg Support Group
Entry authorization required for non-residents. See details below!
1st Thursday of each month at 1 p.m.
The Plantation at Leesburg, Ashley Hall Room #1
-for those with Parkinson’s disease and care partners-
Facebook – Plantation Parkinsons Group
The Plantation at Leesburg is a gated community. Prior authorization is required to gain access to Ashely Hall. Send an email to plantationparkinsongroup@gmail.com with your name(s) and date(s) you would like to attend. An entry authorization will be sent to you.