Connecting Voices

A Vocal Group Experience for People with Parkinson’s disease

You are not alone. Approximately 89% of people with Parkinson’s experience changes in their ability to communicate.

— (PARKINSON’S FOUNDATION, 2021)

What are the benefits of Connecting Voices?

  • Better breath support

  • Improved clarity of speech

  • Increase in vocal volume

  • Improved fluency

  • Increase in facial expression

What People Are Saying

“I have been attending Melinda’s Connecting Voices classes for more than a year and enjoyed them immensely. Melinda makes them fun and they have been very helpful in my inter action with others.”

— Tony Leone

“After I was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease many years ago, I noticed that my voice was fading. I was fortunate to find Melinda Schirmer's Connecting Voices program. I believe that the techniques used in the hour-long sessions - stretching, voice exercises, observed conversations, and especially singing - have been important in the recovery and maintenance of my voice.”

— James M

Classes are at Wellness 360

 

961 Panorama Trail South, Rochester, NY, 14625

When
Fridays
12pm-1pm

Phone
(585) 482-5060