Rush Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Care support services help patients maximize their movement, coordination and quality of life.
The following programs are currently available.
Virtual Support Groups
The movement disorders support group provides support and education for people living with Parkinson's disease or other movement disorders.
- Rush Copley Medical Center
- Support Group: Meets in person and virtually on the first Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call (630) 499-6681 to register.
- Caregiver Support Group: Meets in person and virtually on the third Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call (630) 499-6681 to register.
- Rush University Medical Center location and time: Meets virtually on the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Please call Luci Blasucci, RN, at (312) 563-2900 to register.
- Rush Oak Park Hospital location and time: Meets virtually on the second Saturday of each month at 9:30 a.m. Please call Luci Blasucci, RN, at (312) 563-2900 to register.
Music Therapy
Our goal for music therapy is to increase speech intelligibility, pitch and loudness, improve respiratory strength and provide relaxation.
- Rush Copley Medical Center location and time: Therapy sessions are held in person and virtually on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Please call (630) 499-6681 to register.
Exercise Therapy
Exercise therapy can help with your walking, balance, coordination and emotional health.
- Rush Copley Medical Center: Exercise classes are now available in person and virtually. Please call (630) 499-6681 for more information.