Fighter Support
The Parkinson's Exercise and Wellness Center is more than a gym. We are a tight-knit community of fighters, family and friends who are living through a shared experience. By becoming a Member of The PEWC, you’ll have access to classes and support groups for fighters and care partners. Our members have forged strong friendships and long-lasting support.
PEWC Membership
The first step to joining our PEWC community is to become a member! Membership opens the door for multiple class options, social gatherings, wellness events, Occupational Training sessions, care partner groups and more.
You are not alone in your Parkinson's journey! A big part of becoming a member of The PEWC is joining Fighter Fellowship. This group provides an opportunity for fighters to share personal experiences, feelings, coping strategies, and more. Coffee and light snacks are provided.
Meeting times vary. After becoming a member, fighters are assigned a convenient location that is near their home address.
Fighter Fellowship
Socializing plays an important role in the PD fight. The PEWC offers ongoing opportunities for members to participate in monthly social events, holiday parties, themed get-togethers, Bingo nights, chili cookoffs…we love to have fun here!
Social Events
“The PEWC provides a world class exercise curriculum targeted to the tightness, rigidity and small movements that are inherent to Parkinson's. PEWC isn’t just an exercise group but a specialized exercise group with targeted exercises and super expert instructors."
-Jim Dugan
Support for Care Partners
Whether you care for or are close to someone with Parkinson's disease, it's vital that you look after your own physical and mental health, too. Learn more about our groups and which one is right for your family.
We are here to support you!
Our mission is to improve the lives of our PD Fighters and offer support to their Care Partners. We are always here for you. Never hesitate to reach out.
If you are facing a mental health crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255. The Parkinson's Foundation also offers a hotline for caregivers at 1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636). You can view their comprehensive guide for caregivers here.