Parkinson's disease is a degenerative disease with no known cure.  Exercise and medication can slow the progression of the disease.  The Parkinson's Education and Support Group of Sussex County sponsors exercise classes that are specifically designed to slow down the progression of motor symptoms such as slow movements, shuffling and poor balance.  We provide our exercise leaders with the training and certification to teach these specialized classes.  One of our most popular classes is our Boxing class.  Who doesn't want to hit the bag a few times to relieve their frustrations?  

With funds raised through Do More 24 we will renew our affiliation with the Rock Steady Boxing program and have additional instructors trained to teach this class.  This training and certification program includes instruction on Parkinson's disease as well as boxing choreography and moves shown to improve balance and agility.    

We carry out this mission by conducting educational seminars and discussion groups for our members and their families.  Additionally we sponsor exercise classes 5 days a week that are specifically designed to slow the progression of the disease.