PROGRAMS WE SUPPORT

Programs We Support That Help Those With Parkinson’s Disease

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ROCK STEADY BOXING

ROCK STEADY BOXING LOCATIONS:

FARGO, ND

Rock Steady at TNT Fitness in Fargo, ND now holding classes!For more information contact Jake Haile at: [email protected] or Visit the website link below.

Rock Steady at TNT

GRAND FORKS, ND

Rock Steady Boxing classes are being held at the Grand Forks Altru YMCA.For more information, contact Patti :701-775-2586 or visit the website by clicking link:​​

Rock Steady at Altru YMCA

ROCK STEADY BISMARCK – MANDAN, ND

Taija Bohn
Family Wellness 2700 46th Ave SE
PO Box 146
Mandan, ND 58554
Phone: 701-751-9804
Email: [email protected]

Rock Steady Bismack-Mandan

ROCK STEADY BOXING FERGUS FALLS, MN

LRH Health & Wellness Hub at The Mehl Center
619 S Cascade St. Fergus Falls, MN
Contact information:
218.736.8315

ROCK STEADY BOXING PARK RAPIDS, MN

Rock Steady Boxing St. Josephs Park Rapids

U-STEP WALKER PROGRAM

Obtain a prescription for a U-step walker from your doctorFill out the HERO recipient information form and bring it to HERO in Fargo or send it to them to see if you qualify under our program. If you need delivery, please let them know.​​For more information or questions, please call Georgia Dufault at:​701-212-1921

HERO/Marv Bossart Walker Program Qualification Form

Annual Community Parkinson’s Symposium

The annual Community Parkinson’s Symposium is held each April in Fargo, North Dakota and is a free educational event held for people living with Parkinson’s disease and their family members and caregivers. There are different speakers every year addressing issues like, nutrition, medicines, newest research, movement programs, and more. There are various vendor booths, a free lunch and a silent auction.

HeartSprings Healing Center

HeartSprings Community Healing Center in Fargo, ND provides health, hope and healing, utilizing education, healing methods and community projects. HeartSprings conducts specialized exercise classes, support groups and other activities specifically for those living with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers. The Marv Bossart Foundation has provided funding for the following HeartSprings programs:

  • Tremble Clef Choir

  • iLs study

  • Tai’ Chi Classes

Resources for Parkinson’s disease and Parkinson’s Related Dementias

Associations/Institutes

National Parkinson’s Foundation (NPF)

Phone: 1-800-473-4636
www.parkinson.org
Free, downloadable brochures, pamphlets and other publications.
Online webinars
Resource and referral assistance

National Parkinson’s Foundation – Minnesota

Phone: 763-545-1272
www.parkinsonmn.org
Serves MN, ND, SD residents
Resource and referral assistance
CareMap Program
Respite Care, Exercise and Help at Home grants available with application process.

Parkinson’s Disease Foundation (PDF)

Alzheimer’s Association Minnesota Dakota Chapter

Local Phone: 701-277-9757
24-hour hotline: 1-800-272-3900
www.alz.org/mnnd
Serve all dementia diagnoses

Home Services – Non-nursing

Local agencies can provide personal care, respite care, housekeeping, grocery shopping, transportation, companionship, medication reminders, errands/delivery service, eating-in meals. A resource list is available upon request.

Cass County Social Services:

Home and Community Based Services or Waiver Programs for lower income to assist with the payment of services in the home.Phone: 701-241-5747

Clay County Social Services:

Home and Community Based Services or Waiver Programs for lower income to assist with the payment of services in the home.Phone: 218-299-5200

Medication Assistance

Home Health Agencies: provide medication set up and monitoring for a flat fee or can bill ND or MN Medicaid.A resource list is available upon request from a Sanford social worker or case manager.Fargo/Cass Public: provides medication set up and monitoring for a fee based on a sliding scale (income based) or can bill ND Medicaid for services.Phone: 701-241-1360

Respite Care

Fargo V.A. 
Phone: 701-232-3241 ext. 3786
30 days per year and home respite options for veterans who qualify

Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Grant Program

Home Instead and Hilarity for Charity Partnership ProgramEligibility Criteria: (Apply on-line at www.helpforalzheimersfamilies.com)1. Currently living at home with Alzheimer’s disease or related Dementia.
2. Caregiver(s) is facing financial and emotional hardships due to the unique challenges of Alzheimer’s or related Dementia.

Adult Day Care

Mondays 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Tara Giese: 218-233-7521Maple View Memory Care: 701-478-8655Rosewood: 701-277-7999Villa Maria: 701-293-7750

Education, Support Groups, Support Forums and Skills Building

Heart Springs Parkinson’s Disease Group and Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease Group

Phone: 701-261-3142

Edgewood Vista and Village Parkinson’s Support Group

Phone: 701-365-8200

LSS of MN Caregiver Discussion Group

Phone: 218-233-7521

Veteran’s Administration Caregiver Support Group

Phone: 800-410-9723 ext. 3786

Alzheimer’s Association Support Group

Locations: Touchmark and First Assembly of God
Phone: 701-234-5570 or 877-234-4240

Sanford Health Better Choices Better Health Program

Offered in both face-to-face and online workshops.
Teaches skills people need to manage chronic conditions.
Pre-registration required.
Phone: 701-234-5570 or 877-234-4240

Endings and Beginnings (Bethany)

Seven week support and education program for family members of nursing home residents with dementia

Phone: 701-239-3529

Sanford Family Wellness Center

PatientsLikeMe

Care Enhancement, Education and Support for Dementia

Care Consultations – Alzheimer’s Association

Needs assessment, care planning, resource information, referrals, problem solving, support and care tipsPhone: 701-277-9757

Dignity Care

Assistive Technology and Medical/Adaptive Equipment

Interagency Program for Assistive Technology (IPAT)

Serves ND and will consider Moorhead residents

Assistive technology devices and services to solve everyday problems for people with memory loss and disabilities.

Phone: (701) 365-4728
http://ndipat.org/

Minnesota STAR Program

HERO (Health Equipment Recycling Organization)

The Melvin Weinstein Parkinson’s Foundation