RECLAIMING WELL-BEING AFTER CANCER DIAGNOSIS

The physical, emotional, and financial toll of cancer doesn’t just disappear when treatment ends. LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a free, evidence-based 12-week exercise program designed for survivors to help them reclaim their well-being after diagnosis.

Led by specialized trainers, LIVESTRONG focuses on the whole person, not just the disease. Participants will discover a supportive community of other survivors and certified instructors to help them every step of the way. Participants report a significant decrease in cancer fatigue, improved fitness, and better confidence and self esteem.

What to Expect:

• 10-12 week program
• Two 75 to 90-minute sessions per week
• Cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, balance and flexibility exercises
• Fitness and quality of life assessments before and after participation
• YMCA-certified instructors helping you every step of the way

Are you or someone you know affected by Parkinson’s disease?

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUPS

Our goal is to provide education, fellowship, and resources for those with Parkinson’s and their care partners.

Greystone: Support Group meets the 2nd Tuesday each month from 1-2:30pm.
Contact Andrea Pindroh at apindroh@ymcabham.org for more information.

Hoover: Support Group meets the 1st Thursday each month from 1-2:30pm
Contact Alane Cleavelin at acleavelin@ymcabham.org for more information. 

Mountain Brook: Support Group meets the 2nd Wednesday each month from 10-11:30am.
Contact Susanne Vance at svance@ymcabham.org for more information. 

Pelham: Support Group meets the 1st Wednesday each month from 9:30-11am.
Contact Alane Cleavelin at acleavelin@ymcabham.org for more information. 

Trussville: Support Group meets the 1st Wednesday each month at 12:30-2pm.
Contact Carrie Dunn at cdunn@ymcabham.org for more information.

EXERCISE FOR PARKINSON’S DISEASE

DEFEAT PD

Defeat PD is a Parkinson-specific group exercise class, conducted by PWR!Moves (Parkinson Wellness Recovery) certified instructors, focused on keeping you moving and doing more of what you want to do! As you practice, you will be challenged physically and cognitively while working on fitness goals: strength, balance, agility, aerobics, and flexibility. Exercises are designed to improve your fitness, counteract your PD symptoms and increase your daily activity. This whole-body, function-focused exercise class will push you to do more than you think you can in a fun, empowering, and enriching environment!

Session Dates:

• April 7 – June 27
• July 7 – September 26
• October 6 – December 26

Locations, Days and Times:

Greystone YMCA 5414 US-280 Birmingham, AL 35242
Days and times: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 12:30pm – 1:30pm

Pelham YMCA 2610 Pelham Parkway, Pelham, AL 35124
Days and times: Tuesday and Friday 12:30pm – 1:30pm

For more information and to register, contact Andrea Pindroh at Apindroh@ymcabham.org

Registration: Registration is required for this program. Candidates must complete the inquiry form below. Upon review, candidates will be cotacted with next steps, including a digital welcome packet with intake forms that can be completed at home. Once received, one of our specialized trainers conduct a brief in-person movement assessment with each candidate.