Experience Our Kind Of Care

Our innovative Parkinson’s Center is designed to help you live your best life with a Parkinson’s diagnosis. Focusing on four pillars – exercise, education, support, and social engagement –our Center strives to delay the progression and alleviate symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. With our expert RVNAhealth care team -- consisting of a registered nurse, LSVT certified therapists, dietitian, social workers, music therapists, and spiritual coordinator – we welcome you into a community invested in living your best life with Parkinson’s.

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We offer access to Certified Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT) therapists, including physical, occupational, and speech therapists.

Example therapies include:

  • LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD therapy and educational classes
  • Physical therapy for gait, strength, and balance
  • Occupational therapy supporting daily-living activities and workspace adjustments
  • Speech therapy for speaking, swallowing, and cognitive training

We understand that knowledge empowers individuals and promotes proactive management of life with Parkinson’s. Our education programs keep you informed of the latest advancements in Parkinson's Disease research, treatment options, and self-care techniques.

  • View our Class Calendar–-and join us
  • Review past presentations in our video library
  • Learn more about our PD Bootcamp

Routine exercise and physical activity for those diagnosed with Parkinson’s is vital and recommended by The Parkinson’s Foundation, along with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Suggested activities include: aerobic activity, strength training, stretching, balance, agility, and multitasking -- but the best exercise to engage in is the one you ENJOY and will stick with! Check out our RVNAhealth physical therapist-led exercise classes or contact us to discuss your specific needs and interests. Let us help you get moving and keep moving!

  • View our Exercise Class Calendar–-and join us
  • Review our Exercise Flyer
  • Learn more about our PD Bootcamp

We want to help you continue living your best life with Parkinson's. Explore our innovative, intensive 8-week PD Bootcamp program and experience bi-weekly exercise classes and one-on-one sessions with our Parkinson’s Center clinical team. Our interdisciplinary team will create a care plan personalized to you. 

We will share this journey with you and support you through it. Licensed RVNAhealth social workers hold monthly in-person and virtual support groups for individuals managing Parkinson’s and their adult family members and caregivers. View Support Group Calendar. We hope to see you.

Additional Services

Should your needs evolve, our RVNAhealth care team will work with you to coordinate care from any of our other RVNAhealth services.

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In-Home Nursing

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In-Home Rehab

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Palliative Care

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Hospice Care

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Private Pay Services

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Caregivers

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Aging Solutions

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Therapy Center

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Vaccines

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Nutrition

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Nurse Family Partnership

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Education

Navigating healthcare is difficult and every situation is unique.

Let us help make things easier. Reach out to connect with a member of our Care Team, and together, we'll find the right path forward for you.

Call Us at 203.438.5555

We accept Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance. Call us to confirm your insurance benefits.

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