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# Parkinson’s Wellness Foundation

> Parkinson's Wellness Foundation is a fitness gym and resource center in NYC that empowers individuals with parkinson's to live their fullest lives\.

## Pages
- [The Bandeen Center](https://parkinsonswf.org/the-bandeen-center/)
- [Book Your Class](https://parkinsonswf.org/book/)
- [Membership](https://parkinsonswf.org/membership/)
- [Home](https://parkinsonswf.org/)
- [Dance for PD Class Sign up](https://parkinsonswf.org/dance-for-pd-class-sign-up/)

## Posts
- [Ask an Expert: David Leventhal, Program Director and Founding Teacher of Dance for PD®](https://parkinsonswf.org/ask-an-expert-david-leventhal-program-director-and-founding-teacher-of-dance-for-pd/): In our latest "Ask an Expert" feature, Dance for PD's David Leventhal describes his long career in the arts, the inspiration behind the program that has his heart, and the importance of creating an ecosystem of care when battling Parkinson's\.
- [The Importance of Lifestyle: Jon Nathanson Presents at MJFF's Research Roundtable](https://parkinsonswf.org/the-importance-of-lifestyle-jon-nathanson-speaks-at-the-mjff-gala/): Jon Nathanson, a founding member of PWF's Working Committee, was invited to serve as a panelist at the Michael J\. Fox Foundation Gala

- [Ask an Expert: Dr\. José Cabassa, Founder of Moving Brains Neurological Care](https://parkinsonswf.org/ask-an-expert-dr-jose-cabassa-founder-of-moving-brains-neurological-care/): For our debut “Ask an Expert” feature, we call on Dr\. Cabassa to weigh in on the wonders of exercise when it comes to fighting PD\.
- [Introducing “Creative Balance”: Original art, writing, photography, and poetry from the Parkinson's community](https://parkinsonswf.org/creative-balance/): Click to explore artwork, poems, photos, and more contributed by artists, creatives and our PWF community members\.
- [Rose Gallagher Volunteers for Seminal YOPD Event](https://parkinsonswf.org/rose-gallagher-volunteers-for-seminal-yopd-event/): PWF's Fitness Advisor Dr\. Rose Gallagher discusses what she learned at Shaken, Not Deterred last month\.


## Class Types
- [Creative Arts Workshop](https://parkinsonswf.org/class-type/creative-arts-workshop/): Creative Arts Workshop is a guided, structured session designed to support self\-expression, cognitive engagement, and connection through creative exploration\. Members are invited to participate in thoughtfully facilitated artistic activities that encourage imagination, focus, and community in a supportive, inclusive environment\.
- [Tech Time](https://parkinsonswf.org/class-type/tech-time/): Tech Time is a supportive, hands\-on session where members can bring their personal technology and get help with everyday tech questions\. The goal is to reduce frustration and make technology more accessible\. 
- [Game Break](https://parkinsonswf.org/class-type/game-break/): Game Break is an informal activity designed to encourage connection, cognitive engagement, and joy\. Members are invited to gather for casual games, conversation, and community in a relaxed environment\. 
- [Signature Strength](https://parkinsonswf.org/class-type/signature-strength/): This dynamic full\-body workout focuses on building strength, endurance and functional mobility\. Expect a combination of resistance exercises and functional movements designed to enhance physical performance\.
- [Balance \& Core](https://parkinsonswf.org/class-type/balance-core/): This specialized 30 minute class is designed to enhance balance, stability, and core strength\.  Expect a series of exercises that strengthen the muscles that support posture, improve coordination, and aim to reduce the risk of falls\.  Both seated and standing movements will be used to accommodate different fitness levels\.

## Events
- [People with PD Support Group with Dr\. Heidi Mandel](https://parkinsonswf.org/event/people-with-pd-support-group-with-dr-heidi-mandel/): Join a support group for men \& women living with PD facilitated by Heidi Mandel, PhD, DPM, LMSW, a retired clinical educator and social worker\. Meeting on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at The Bandeen Center, this is an in\-person, open\-ended support group for people at all stages of their PD journey, offering guided discussion and connectivity in a safe and supportive environment\.
- [March 2026 Drop\-In Welcome Sessions](https://parkinsonswf.org/event/march-2026-drop-in-welcome-sessions/): Interested in visiting our new facility and learning about how our programs empower those affected by PD to live their best lives? Stop by during a Drop\-in Welcome Session to meet our team, take a tour, and see what we have to offer first\-hand\. These sessions are designed them with flexibility in mind—arrive whenever works for your schedule and stay for as long as you'd like\. We can't wait to welcome you here\!
- ["Flavor Beyond Smell: Enhancing Taste Experience" with Zari Ginsburg, MS, RDN](https://parkinsonswf.org/event/nutrition-lecture-with-zari/): Registered Dietitian and culinary educator Zari Ginsburg returns to explain the loss of smell, a common symptom that impacts people with Parkinson's, and share tips on how to add flavor back into meals\.
- [Dr\. Rose Gallagher Presents: “I Have Parkinson's\.  Why Does Everyone Tell Me I Need to Exercise?”](https://parkinsonswf.org/event/rose-gallagher-lecture/): In this talk by Rose Gallagher, P\.T\., D\.P\.T\., Ph\.D, The Bandeen Center’s Fitness Advisor and professor of physical therapy, you will learn the benefits of exercise, including changes to the brain, for people with Parkinson’s as well as strategies to incorporate exercise into your daily routine\.
- [Book Talk with Bill Easterly: The Quest for Dignity](https://parkinsonswf.org/event/book-talk-with-bill-easterly-the-quest-for-dignity/): After being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, NYU Economics Professor Bill Easterly wrote a book about how recipients of Western aid asserted their right to self\-determination\. Along the way, Bill learned from them important lessons about his own need for dignity with Parkinson's\.


William Easterly is a retired professor and former advisor at the World Bank\. He has written for the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Financial Times\. His fourth book, Violent Saviors: the West's Conquest of the Rest, was published in November 2025\. 


## Newsletters
- [November 2025 Newsletter](https://parkinsonswf.org/newsletters/november-2025-newsletter/)

## Categories
- [News](https://parkinsonswf.org/topics/news/)
- [Exercise](https://parkinsonswf.org/topics/exercise/)
- [Creative Balance](https://parkinsonswf.org/topics/voices-of-parkinsons/creative-balance/)
- [Hear From Our Experts](https://parkinsonswf.org/topics/hear-from-our-experts/)
- [Care Partners](https://parkinsonswf.org/topics/care-partners/)

## Event Types
- [Special Events](https://parkinsonswf.org/events/type/special-events/)
- [Lectures](https://parkinsonswf.org/events/type/lectures/)
- [Past Events](https://parkinsonswf.org/events/type/past-events/)