Stronger with Movement: Innovative Approaches to Parkinson’s Care

Did You Know? As of 2023, the Canadian Chronic Disease Surveillance System (CCDSS) reported that more than 111,000 Canadians aged 40 and older are living with Parkinson’s, with nearly 80% diagnosed after age 65. On average, 38 Canadians are diagnosed each day, and men are almost twice as likely as women to be affected. With cases projected to rise by nearly 70% by 2050, Parkinson’s is one of the fastest-growing neurological conditions in the country, costing an estimated $3.3 billion in 2024 and projected to reach $4.4 billion by 2034 (Parkinson Canada).

These realities highlight the importance of innovative, evidence-informed approaches to care—such as Boxing 4 Health’s research-backed, high-intensity exercise programs, designed for seniors and people with Parkinson’s to build strength, confidence, and resilience, and ComForCare’s Parkinson’s Pathway Program, which integrates prescribed exercise into personalized care plans. By engaging clients in balance exercises, mobility training, walking, stretching, and strength-building activities, ComForCare helps sustain flexibility, coordination, and independence. Together, these programs provide practical strategies to reduce fall risk and empower Canadians with Parkinson’s to live with greater strength, independence, and quality of life.

Tune into our latest ComForConnections episode for an engaging conversation on how physical activity, strength, and balance training can slow symptom progression, reduce fall risk, and improve quality of life for Canada’s ageing population—especially those living with Parkinson’s disease.

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Learn more about the following:

• The impact of research-backed, high-intensity exercise programs in helping people with Parkinson’s build strength, balance, and confidence while slowing symptom progression.
• Practical strategies that empower families and care partners to support safe, meaningful activity and daily independence for loved ones living with Parkinson’s.
• How ComForCare’s Parkinson’s Pathway integrates prescribed exercise, mobility training, and personalized care planning to reduce fall risk and sustain quality of life at home.
• Actionable insights for ageing services professionals to implement innovative, Parkinson’s-specific activity approaches in both community and home-based settings.
• Resources and tools that equip care teams and families to promote resilience, functional ability, and long-term independence for Canadians with Parkinson’s.

 

Ageing Services Professionals listen to our latest podcast episodes, view show notes and download resources by visiting ComForCare.ca.

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