PHILADELPHIA — For 25 years, the Penn Medicine | Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Outpatient Therapy team at the Dan Aaron Parkinson’s Rehabilitation Center in Pennsylvania Hospital (330 S. 9th St.) has been a cornerstone of care and support for Parkinson’s patients across the Philadelphia region.
Their work goes beyond physical, occupational and speech therapy — it’s about helping patients and their families build lives filled with hope, strength and resilience.
In pursuit of even more comprehensive care, the team saw an opportunity to reintroduce a beloved resource: exercise classes.
These classes were available prior to the COVID pandemic and had long been missed by both patients and staff. Reviving them, however, required funding and coordination.
That’s when the Outpatient Therapy team partnered with GSPP Rehabilitation’s Development department to explore possibilities. The result? A prestigious grant from the Parkinson’s Foundation, launching a brand-new initiative known as The Philly Power Hour: Movement and Mind.
This four-week, multidisciplinary program, held every Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., combines physical activity, mindfulness and cognitive exercises to support both the body and mind. It’s tailored specifically for people with Parkinson’s disease, providing an uplifting and empowering environment for continued support.
Each month features a different theme to keep the weekly experience fresh and engaging. The program draws on the strengths of physical, occupational and speech therapy to deliver a truly holistic experience.
This exciting milestone is more than just a win; it’s a powerful reflection of our team’s passion and ongoing commitment to person-centered care.
For more information on the Philly Power Hour and how to get started, email [email protected].
About the Dan Aaron Parkinson’s Rehabilitation Center
Located at Pennsylvania Hospital, this Penn Medicine | Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Outpatient Therapy team offers physical, occupational and speech therapy for patients with movement disorders and works closely with Penn Neurology and the Parkinson Disease and Movement Disorders Center (PD&MDC). The Dan Aaron Parkinson’s Rehab Center is recognized as a Center of Excellence by the Parkinson’s Foundation. It is one of 53 centers of excellence worldwide.