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Newly Diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease? 
Jump Start can help!

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If you are newly diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease, you may be feeling overwhelmed and not know where to turn. You are not alone and we are here for you. We know that a new Parkinson’s diagnosis is life changing. This is where the Jump Start Program comes in.

 

Jump Start is a program funded by the Parkinson’s Foundation.

Who is eligible?  

People diagnosed with PD within the last 3 years.

How do I sign up?
Call our Office: 315-810-2423
Or email us: info@brainbodybetter.com
to set up your first appointment



How much does it cost?  

It's Free!
The PF Grant will cover any costs of the program not covered by your insurance .

  • Meet with a physical/occupational and speech therapist who specialize in PD

    • The program will cover the cost of what insurance does not cover for 8 sessions

  • Receive a scorecard of how you are doing based on the assessments that you can bring to your next physician appointment.

  • Receive 3 months of daily emails with easily digestible information about PD and how you can best develop your action plan.

  • Receive two 30-minute coaching calls to address any questions you have and help you develop your action plan.

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  • Receive free 1-month membership to Empower Parkinson's, a not-for-profit organization in Syracuse NY that provides evidence-based community exercise programing in a gym setting.

  • Try the different classes offered

    • Moving Big,

    • Rock Steady Boxing,

    • Tai Chi,

    • Yoga,

    • Pedaling for Parkinson's,

    • Loud for Life.

  • Connect with the support group resources.

  • Participate in monthly educational events including nutrition classes.

  • Connect with and develop support network of others with Parkinson's.

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