Parkinson's Wellness Programs & Support
Support for people with Parkinson’s disease and their families
Patient Education and Support Resources
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) provides world-class care to people with Parkinson's disease. In addition to emphasizing counseling and education at each visit, the BIDMC Parkinson's Disease Program provides a wealth of education, support and resources. We provide these to you, your family and our general community.
Wellness Programs
We offer a wide variety of programs designed to support patient wellness, including:
WellnessWorks Program
Some research suggests that many people with movement disorders benefit greatly from practicing what is so difficult for them: movement. Over the past five years, we've developed specialized classes with instructors trained in the needs of people with Parkinson's. We bring a variety of programs to you and your loved ones. Learn more about the WellnessWorks exercise classes.
JCC Parkinson's Program
In collaboration with BIDMC, the JCC Greater Boston offers online and in-person Parkinson's wellness classes. Email the JCC Greater Boston or call 617-558-6459 for more about program offerings and membership fees.
Education Programs
We provide you and your family with a comprehensive set of ongoing education opportunities, including:
Annual Parkinson's Disease Symposium
Our Parkinson's Disease Patient and Care Partner Symposium is held each fall. Each year features a specific theme. These free events feature world-renowned speakers along with our own local experts. Please email us for the next symposium date.
Ask the Experts: Saturday Morning Speaker Series
Join us to hear from experts on a variety of topics relating to the symptoms, treatments or breakthroughs associated with Parkinson's disease.
The programs run on Saturdays from 10:00 am to 11:30 am. Attending a speaker series event is free, but space is limited. Please email us for the next program date.
DBS Ambassadors
BIDMC holds bi-annual DBS Ambassador Webinars that are open to anyone interested in learning more about deep brain stimulation as a treatment for movement disorders. Join us to hear from patient ambassadors who have undergone the DBS evaluation process and surgery, as well as members of our DBS team. Please email us for the next program date.
Movement Disorders CME Course
Our annual Movement Disorders: Current Concepts and Practice Continuing Medical Education Course is held each October. Taught by neurologists from Harvard Medical School, this course is loaded with videos and clinical pearls, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions.
Advancing Care, Research & Education
Department of Neurology
The Department of Neurology offers exceptional patient care, education opportunities and research programs.
Neurology Research
Our top-tier research programs and laboratories work to advance the knowledge and treatment of neurological disorders.
Neurology Education
Our team offers comprehensive education and training programs for healthcare professionals, including fellowships and residencies.
