Everyone is welcome to attend the check out the Parkinson Wellness Centre in Sapperton at its official grand opening.
Located at #103-450 East Columbia St., the centre is celebrating its grand opening on Sunday, Oct. 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Folks of all ages are invited to attend the free event that includes a ribbon cutting, tours, a reveal of the centre’s new logo and website, a silent action, prizes and giveaways, food and more.
Larry Gifford, a CKNW program director who was recently diagnosed with young onset PD, is one of the day’s guest speakers.
You’ll also be able to take part in an Art of Boxing art installation/fundraiser. Inspired by the art of Ushio Shinohara, and the fact that one of the centre’s core programs is Rock Steady Boxing New West, for $20 a punch folks can help create a large canvas for one of the centre’s walls.
People can also participate in the Push-ups for Parkinson's fundraiser by gathering pledges to raise funds for programs for people living with Parkinson's. You can contact [email protected] for more information.
Robyn Murrell opened the Parkinson Wellness Centre, which is the first of its kind in B.C. It offers a variety of programs for people living with Parkinson's, including family and friends, in one location.
Clients are coming from as far away as Chilliwack to take part in innovative programs such as Rock Steady Boxing New West, Let's Talk Loud and T'ai Chi for Parkinson's Wellness
The event is free but organizers request that you register so they can plan accordingly. RSVP at Eventbrite.ca (search for Parkinson Wellness Centre Grand Opening).
