RVNAhealth Wellness Academy has a broad offering of wellness classes including: Nutrition, Cooking, Parkinson’s Disease, Balance, Healthy Living, and much more. Our Rehabilitation and Wellness Center now offers several recurring exercise classes in our new Wellness Studio. Click below to learn more about these recurring classes and please keep checking back for new programs.
RVNAhealth Wellness Studio Classes
RVNAhealth Education Programing
Senior Living with Type 2 Diabetes: What You Need to Know – New Milford – FREE
July 30 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm at New Milford Senior CenterUnlock the Secrets to Overcoming Loneliness – Bethel/Virtual – FREE
August 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm at Bethel LibraryIntroduction to Parkinson’s Disease – Ridgefield – FREE
August 28 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm at RVNAhealthAging in Place: Home Adaptations for Safety and Comfort – Wilton – FREE
September 25 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm at Wilton LibraryMedication Management – Bridgewater – FREE
September 30 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm at Bridgewater Senior CenterTHIS FALL – RVNAhealth 49th Annual Wellness Fair
October 5 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pmAARP Safe Driver Course – Ridgefield – ($20 – $25)
October 7 @ 8:30 am – 1:30 pm at RVNAhealth
The RVNAhealth Parkinson’s Center was created to help the Parkinson’s Community by providing LSVT in the home and out patient, Living BIG and Living LOUD group classes, education for the newly diagnosed and about disease progression, support groups, nutritional counseling, occupational therapy and speech therapy, so we can help people with Parkinson’s live their best life possible.
Upcoming Parkinson’s Center Events
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
July 31 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthVIRTUAL ONLY Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
August 12 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pmIntroduction to Parkinson’s Disease – Ridgefield – FREE
August 28 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm at RVNAhealthParkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
August 28 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthWalking BIG for Parkinson’s: Supporting RVNAhealth Parkinson’s Center
September 7 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthVIRTUAL ONLY Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
September 9 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pmParkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
September 25 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthVIRTUAL ONLY Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
October 14 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pmParkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
October 30 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthVIRTUAL ONLY Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
November 11 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pmParkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
November 27 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthVIRTUAL ONLY Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
December 9 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
RVNAhealth Wellness Studio Classes
Our Rehabilitation and Wellness Center now offers several recurring exercise classes in our new Wellness Studio. Click below to learn more about these recurring classes and please keep checking back for new programs.
- Balance and Beyond – RVNAhealth is excited to announce the introduction of its new public fitness class, “Balance & Beyond.” An ongoing twice-weekly drop-in class (come for one or come for all!) that focuses on building muscle, restoring balance and improving your walk or jog, all while giving your brain a great workout!
- Strength and Beyond – For those looking for a bit more challenge above the Balance and Beyond class, this higher intensity interval training class will have you moving through a series of upper and lower body strengthening, functional mobility, balance and cognitive stations all customized to meet your fitness level and goals. An ongoing twice-weekly drop-in class (come for one or come for all!), this program is geared towards everyone, with a focus of those finding it difficult to start an exercise program or those who need help progressing their current exercise program.
- Living BIG – Living BIG addresses the problem of patients’ movements becoming smaller and more tentative as Parkinson’s Disease progresses. Each class, the therapist takes the patient through a series of whole-body LSVT BIG exercises aimed at improving strength, balance, flexibility and coordination. Exercises are all exaggerated to reinforce that the patient needs to make his or her movements bigger.
- Living LOUD – Living LOUD tackles the soft voice, mumbled speech, monotone speech and hoarse voice that often afflict Parkinson’s patients. Structured activities that work the patient’s vocal range teach them to increase volume without straining their voices. In each session, the therapist takes the class through a series of rigorous vocal exercises that alternate between loud and soft.
The RVNAhealth Dementia Education & Resource Program was created to help the Dementia Community and their caregivers successfully navigate their new world.
Knowledge is a powerful tool, and our program begins with a strong emphasis on education. Our team, comprised of skilled professionals and discipline specialists, offers informative sessions designed to enhance understanding of dementia and equip patients and caregivers with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate the challenge of dementia. From the basics of An introduction to Dementia to the importance of nutrition, auditory skills, and exercise to advanced caregiving techniques, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Upcoming Dementia Programs
Dementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
August 26 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
September 23 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
October 28 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
November 25 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
December 23 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
January 27, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
February 24, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
March 24, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
April 28, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
May 26, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
June 23, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealth
RVNAhealth offers Travel Vaccine Clinics year-round and Flu Vaccine Clinics in the Fall.
To learn more or schedule an appointment, call (203) 438-5555 or email BeWELL@rvnahealth.org
To schedule a Flu vaccine appointment, visit our Flu Vaccination webpage. Please note that additional appointments will be added two weeks out, based upon availability.
THIS FALL – RVNAhealth 49th Annual Wellness Fair
October 5 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
RVNAhealth currently offers ongoing support groups for bereavement, dementia, caregiver support, and Parkinson’s disease. These groups allow participants to share experiences, receive helpful advice, and create a community with others walking in similar paths.
Bereavement Support Group in Ridgefield
Bereavement Support Groups in New Milford
Caregiver Support Groups in New Milford
Dementia Support Groups in Ridgefield
Parkinson’s Support Groups in Ridgefield
Parkinson’s Suppot Group – Virtual Only
See our entire calendar listing of support group dates below:
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
July 31 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthCaregiver Support Group – New Milford – FREE
August 1 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm at New Milford Senior CenterVIRTUAL ONLY Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
August 12 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pmDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
August 26 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthParkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
August 28 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthBereavement Support Groups (Ridgefield)
September 4 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthCaregiver Support Group – New Milford – FREE
September 5 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm at New Milford Senior CenterVIRTUAL ONLY Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
September 9 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pmBereavement Support Group (New Milford)
September 13 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am at New Milford Senior CenterDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
September 23 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthParkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
September 25 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthBereavement Support Groups (Ridgefield)
October 2 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthCaregiver Support Group – New Milford – FREE
October 3 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm at New Milford Senior CenterBereavement Support Group (New Milford)
October 11 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am at New Milford Senior CenterVIRTUAL ONLY Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
October 14 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pmDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
October 28 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthParkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
October 30 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthBereavement Support Groups (Ridgefield)
November 6 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthCaregiver Support Group – New Milford – FREE
November 7 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm at New Milford Senior CenterBereavement Support Group (New Milford)
November 8 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am at New Milford Senior CenterVIRTUAL ONLY Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
November 11 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pmDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
November 25 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthParkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
November 27 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthBereavement Support Groups (Ridgefield)
December 4 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthCaregiver Support Group – New Milford – FREE
December 5 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm at New Milford Senior CenterVIRTUAL ONLY Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
December 9 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pmBereavement Support Group (New Milford)
December 13 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am at New Milford Senior CenterDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
December 23 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthBereavement Support Groups (Ridgefield)
January 8, 2025 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at RVNAhealthBereavement Support Group (New Milford)
January 10, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am at New Milford Senior CenterDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
January 27, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
February 24, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
March 24, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
April 28, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
May 26, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthDementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
June 23, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealth
RVNAhealth is proud to partner with many organizations throughout the 35+ towns we support. Come out and enjoy these many community events.
Walking BIG for Parkinson’s: Supporting RVNAhealth Parkinson’s Center
September 7 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at RVNAhealthRVNAhealth Autumn Dinner
September 26 at Le ChateauTHIS FALL – RVNAhealth 49th Annual Wellness Fair
October 5 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
RVNAhealth typically hosts annual fundraising events which help sustain our work and ensure we can deliver on our mission to provide compassionate care to people of all ages, promote healthy living and improve lives.
RVNAhealth Autumn Dinner
September 26
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EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
RVNAhealth is excited to announce the introduction of its new public fitness class, “Balance & Beyond.” An ongoing weekly drop-in class (come for one or come for all!) that focuses […]
Living BIG- Ridgefield
Living BIG- Ridgefield
Living BIG addresses the problem of patients’ movements becoming smaller and more tentative as Parkinson’s Disease progresses. Each class, the therapist takes the patient through a series of whole-body LSVT […]
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EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
RVNAhealth is excited to announce the introduction of its new public fitness class, “Balance & Beyond.” An ongoing weekly drop-in class (come for one or come for all!) that focuses […]
Caregiver Support Group – New Milford – FREE
Caregiver Support Group – New Milford – FREE
RVNAhealth Caregiver Support Group 1st Thursday of every month, 1:00 – 2:00pm New Milford Senior Center, 40 Main Street, New Milford, CT Whether caring part time or full time for […]
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Travel Vaccines – Ridgefield Office
Travel Vaccines – Ridgefield Office
Travel to exotic locales brings extraordinary benefits — and adventure. But it can also expose you to serious diseases that may threaten your health. Zika virus, typhoid, malaria, and yellow […]
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VIRTUAL ONLY Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
VIRTUAL ONLY Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
Please join us for our free VIRTUAL ONLY Parkinson’s disease support group for individuals, adult family and caregivers. Our support groups are facilitated by the RVNAhealth Parkinson’s Center team – […]
EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
RVNAhealth is excited to announce the introduction of its new public fitness class, “Balance & Beyond.” An ongoing weekly drop-in class (come for one or come for all!) that focuses […]
Living BIG- Ridgefield
Living BIG- Ridgefield
Living BIG addresses the problem of patients’ movements becoming smaller and more tentative as Parkinson’s Disease progresses. Each class, the therapist takes the patient through a series of whole-body LSVT […]
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EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
RVNAhealth is excited to announce the introduction of its new public fitness class, “Balance & Beyond.” An ongoing weekly drop-in class (come for one or come for all!) that focuses […]
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Bereavement Support Group (New Milford)
Bereavement Support Group (New Milford)
Bereavement Support Group – LOCATION! NEW MILFORD SENIOR CENTER Please join us for a free, bereavement support group for adults, facilitated by RVNAhealth Hospice social workers and pastoral care coordinators. Bereavement […]
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EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
RVNAhealth is excited to announce the introduction of its new public fitness class, “Balance & Beyond.” An ongoing weekly drop-in class (come for one or come for all!) that focuses […]
Living BIG- Ridgefield
Living BIG- Ridgefield
Living BIG addresses the problem of patients’ movements becoming smaller and more tentative as Parkinson’s Disease progresses. Each class, the therapist takes the patient through a series of whole-body LSVT […]
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EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
RVNAhealth is excited to announce the introduction of its new public fitness class, “Balance & Beyond.” An ongoing weekly drop-in class (come for one or come for all!) that focuses […]
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Travel Vaccines – Ridgefield Office
Travel Vaccines – Ridgefield Office
Travel to exotic locales brings extraordinary benefits — and adventure. But it can also expose you to serious diseases that may threaten your health. Zika virus, typhoid, malaria, and yellow […]
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Dementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
Dementia Support Group (Ridgefield)
Presented by: Alzheimer’s Association, Connecticut Chapter When: Fourth Monday of every month, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Location: RVNAhealth, 27 Governor Street, Ridgefield, CT 06877 RSVP: Open and free to […]
EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
RVNAhealth is excited to announce the introduction of its new public fitness class, “Balance & Beyond.” An ongoing weekly drop-in class (come for one or come for all!) that focuses […]
Living BIG- Ridgefield
Living BIG- Ridgefield
Living BIG addresses the problem of patients’ movements becoming smaller and more tentative as Parkinson’s Disease progresses. Each class, the therapist takes the patient through a series of whole-body LSVT […]
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EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
RVNAhealth is excited to announce the introduction of its new public fitness class, “Balance & Beyond.” An ongoing weekly drop-in class (come for one or come for all!) that focuses […]
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EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
RVNAhealth is excited to announce the introduction of its new public fitness class, “Balance & Beyond.” An ongoing weekly drop-in class (come for one or come for all!) that focuses […]
Living BIG- Ridgefield
Living BIG- Ridgefield
Living BIG addresses the problem of patients’ movements becoming smaller and more tentative as Parkinson’s Disease progresses. Each class, the therapist takes the patient through a series of whole-body LSVT […]
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Senior Living with Type 2 Diabetes: What You Need to Know – New Milford – FREE
Senior Living with Type 2 Diabetes: What You Need to Know – New Milford – FREE
Senior Living with Type 2 Diabetes: What You Need to Know New Milford Senior Center, 40 Main Street Tuesday, July 30 at 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Join Danielle Niesz, […]
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Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group for Individuals, Family & Caregivers
Please join us for our free Parkinson’s disease support group for individuals and adult family and/or caregivers. Our support groups are facilitated by the RVNAhealth Parkinson’s Center team – including […]
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EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
EXERCISE CLASS: Balance & Beyond – Ridgefield
RVNAhealth is excited to announce the introduction of its new public fitness class, “Balance & Beyond.” An ongoing weekly drop-in class (come for one or come for all!) that focuses […]
Caregiver Support Group – New Milford – FREE
Caregiver Support Group – New Milford – FREE
RVNAhealth Caregiver Support Group 1st Thursday of every month, 1:00 – 2:00pm New Milford Senior Center, 40 Main Street, New Milford, CT Whether caring part time or full time for […]
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Travel Vaccines – Ridgefield Office
Travel Vaccines – Ridgefield Office
Travel to exotic locales brings extraordinary benefits — and adventure. But it can also expose you to serious diseases that may threaten your health. Zika virus, typhoid, malaria, and yellow […]
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