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Parkinson’s Disease: Drums Alive Program Sparks Quick Results

This music therapy program has many ways to help those with Parkinson’s disease.

Client in photo is Jane Harshberger. Other people are staff members.

Content provided by Good Samaritan Society.

Bethany Clark, wellness director for Good Samaritan Society – Mountain Home, is passionate about helping folks work through their Parkinson’s disease symptoms. She coordinates the Drums Alive class, which is a music therapy program. The results of this program are quick and measurable.

Drums Alive can help:

  • Improve cardiovascular health
  • Increase concentration and memory
  • Combat obesity
  • Boost the immune system
  • Increase range of motion
  • Help stress management
  • Decrease blood pressure
  • Strengthen bones and muscles
  • Promote alpha brain wave production
  • Reduce the risk of general dementia
  • Increase coordination and balance
  • Encourage socialization

Watch a video of the Drums Alive Class.

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