Parkinson's disease is a neuro-degenerative disease that effects movement, movement is normally controlled by something called Dopamine, a chemical that carries signals between the nerves in the brain. 

When the cells no longer produce Dopamine then symptoms of Parkinson's disease appears. There are many different symptoms and everyone is effected differently, the most common symptoms are tremors, rigidity of the muscles, impaired balance, slowness and stiffness. 

My dad, Joachim Blum was diagnosed over 10 years ago with Parkinson's disease, although he is a positive, active person he still struggles with the effects of Parkinsons daily. 

Six years ago he decided to join me in practising Yoga at studio BLISS Ann Green Yoga and the benefits of movement and living an active lifestyle have significantly helped slow the progression of this disease. Many people including myself have noticed the difference in my dad physically before and after a yoga class and compared to six years ago, because of this improvement and obvious benefits we decided to do a Fundraiser consisting of a yoga class taught graciously by Ann Green owner of Bliss studio in Barrie followed by a BBQ. 

I am so excited for this event and hope everyone can attend and please bring as many people as you'd like. It is helpful for us to know how many people will be attending roughly so we can organize the BBQ to our best ability. 

Please RSVP via facebook, via e-mail at lynetteblum@hotmail.com or telephone 7052417336, if you are unable to attend donations are welcome through this online site or you can contact myself or my dad and we can make arrangements. Thank you in advance it means a lot to our family for the support and love we are shown every year!