Project title
Dance for Parkinson's | Germany
Description of initiative
The initiative offers research-backed dance classes for people with Parkinson’s disease online, in New York City, and through a network of partners and associates in more than 300 other communities in 25 countries. Dance develops strength, fluidity, flexibility, stamina, and balance; helps to master skills through progressive training; stimulates cognitive activity connecting the mind to the body; helps to forge social connections and a sense of belonging; helps express stories and emotions; sparks creativity and develops problem-solving skills and brings joy.
Themes: Culture and...
Individual well-being
Physical health
Quality of social relations
Keywords
Parkinson, dance, physical health, therapy
Target group
Older people
Cultural field
Dance
Timeframe
2001
- present
Results, benefits, impact and lessons learnt
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Organizer(s)
Mark Morris Dance Group
United States
Private / Business
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Culture