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OCTOBER KNOWLEDGE IS POWER WORKSHOPS*

Saturday, October 3 - Pets for Parkinson's: Pawsitive Connections
12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Join Marylyn Kajs-Wyllie, RN, MSN, for an engaging presentation exploring the many ways pets can enhance the lives of people living with Parkinson’s. From companionship and emotional well-being to encouraging movement, routine and social connection, our four-legged friends can provide meaningful physical, emotional and practical benefits.
Come discover why having a “wet nose” in your life may be more powerful than you think!

Saturday, October 17 - CYANOTYPE ART & PLAY
12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Led by POP member Dr. Cindy Lee, join us for an afternoon of creativity, camaraderie and fun as we discover how to use the power of sunlight to create art!  No artistic experience necessary.
Together, we’ll make beautiful sun-printed paper designs to turn into notecards, as well as fabric blocks that will be combined to create a collaborative piece of wall art for the POP Studio.
Bring pressed leaves, flowers or other natural materials, or small objects with interesting shapes—such as keys or coins. You’re also welcome to simply come and create using the stencils and materials provided.
All art supplies and light refreshments will be provided.

*All Workshops are held at the POP Studio: 2555 Garden Road, Monterey. Sign up at the Studio or call/email:
831.920.1806 [email protected]

WELCOME TO MONTEREY BAY POWER OVER PARKINSON'S
Empowering the Parkinson's community through movement, motivation and meaningful connection.

We believe in the power of connection. Whether you are newly diagnosed, living with or supporting a loved one, Power Over Parkinson's is here to help. We are a community-based program with research-backed modalities focused on successful symptom management and improvement of overall well-being and quality of life. The curriculum supports mobility, vocal strength, flexibility, balance, healing arts, emotional wellness, education and social engagement.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW*

Physical Movement & Voice Strength: Strength interval training incorporating Rock Steady Boxing, SPEAK OUT! speech therapy, balance & stretch yoga, Tai Chi, Dance for Parkinson's and more
Emotional & Social Connection: Care partner support, community events focused on support and camaraderie
Educational Empowerment: Workshops, presentations and activities just for you
Young Onset: Power Over Parkinson’s is making a concerted effort to provide services to people in Monterey County newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease who are under the age of 50. Young Onset patients face unique challenges that might include work and career disruption, family and parenting responsibilities, and complex treatment decisions. We offer classes later in the day on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with a once-a-month rock-climbing class, as well as Care Partner Support Groups twice a month.

The POP community is a welcoming place where personal experiences are shared with compassion and empathy. We understand the highs and lows of living with PD, exchange knowledge and support one another every step of the way.

*We proudly serve as the local affiliate of the nationally recognized Rock Steady Boxing program.
Speech follows the SPEAK OUT® modality, a program developed by the Parkinson’s Voice Project.
Dance for Parkinson's is part of the globally acclaimed initiative.

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POP CLASS SCHEDULE

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REAL IMPACT, REAL STORIES
FROM OUR COMMUNITY

“Thank you for creating this so-vital service!”

“The caregiver group has been a lifesaver.”

"The people here learn from each other"

“POP has changed my life…..for the better.”

'Love the dance class."

"I just want to say thank you to POP and all the instructors for saving my life. I try to attend classes 5 days a week. The Balance & Stretch Yoga & Mat Pilates classes make my life better and worth living."

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Make an appointment for a POP Studio visit
Email: [email protected]