Healthy Together

Living healthy is about spirit, mind and body at every age and stage. In addition to health assessments and wellness coaching, we offer classes and programs for those dealing with chronic disease.

Here are the life-changing programs we offer: 

  • LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA
  • Diabetes Self-Managerment Program 
  • Pedaling for Parkinsons
  • Neuromotor Wellness Program 
  • Enhance®Fitness Arthritis Program
  • Smoking Cessation 

Donate today to help the CDYMCA keep these programs free of charge for all participants! 

Heike's Personal Fundraising Page

At the age of 70 my Dad, Günter Bachmann, was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. He battled it with courage and resilience for 8 years before succumbing to it in the most painful way. Today I am proud to be on the advisory board of my local YMCA which offers PEDALING FOR PARKINSONS - a program that considerably slows down its progress while lifting everyone's spirit, patients and caretakers alike. To keep it a free program for people with Parkinson's and their families whether they are members of the Y or not, I am fundraising today and humbly ask for your (tax deductible) contribution - thank you for being a part of this heartfelt journey!! Heike xoxo

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My Supporters

  • Eileen West January 2024 $50.00
  • Charlie and Susan Marro January 2024
  • Hala Gross January 2024 $25.00
  • Nelson Gomez January 2024 $250.00
  • Nelson Gomez January 2024 $250.00
  • Eileen West January 2024 $50.00
  • Hala Gross January 2024 $25.00

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Neuromotor Wellness Program

Neuromotor Wellness is a research-based exercise program specifically for those with muscular degeneration challenges including but not limited to Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, ALS, stroke recovery, and muscle injury.


The class is progressive and holds promise to slow disease progression, restore motor function, and increase longevity and quality of life.


Participants should be able to walk and stand unassisted. Caretakers are strongly encouraged to attend at no additional cost. Participants must have a waiver and medical clearance.

Learn More About Neuromotor Wellness Program
Learn More About LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA

LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA

LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA focuses on you — the whole person — not the disease. This no cost, 12-week program meets twice a week for 90 minutes, using traditional and holistic exercise methods to ease you back into fitness and help you maintain a healthy life.

We focus on:

  • building your muscle mass and strength
  • increasing your flexibility and endurance
  • improving your confidence and self-esteem

Plus, you learn about wellness and stress reduction techniques and how to continue healthful habits after the program has ended. Just as important, LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA provides a warm spirit of community.

Pedaling For Parkinson's

Pedaling a bicycle may change the life  of someone with Parkinson’s disease. Research conducted at the Cleveland Clinic showed a 35% reduction in symptoms by the simple act of pedaling a bicycle at a rapid pace – optimally 80-90 revolutions per minute.

The mission of Pedaling for Parkinson’s is:

  • To improve the quality of life of Parkinson’s disease patients and their caregivers.
  • To educate patients, caregivers, and the general public about the benefits of maintaining an active lifestyle after a Parkinson’s diagnosis.
  • To support research dedicated to the prevention and treatment of Parkinson’s disease.
Learn More About Pedaling For Parkinson's