Parkinson’s Disease
Are There Early Signs of Parkinson’s Disease?
In-home care can help catch early subtle signs of Parkinson’s disease in your elderly loved one’s behavior and health.
Read MoreTips for Caring for a Senior with Parkinson's Disease When You Live at a Distance
Approximately one million people throughout the United States are currently living with Parkinson’s disease. According to experts, approximately 60,000 more will be diagnosed this year. If your aging loved one is one of these people, you may have made the decision to become their family caregiver. The care and support you give your parent will…
Read MoreTips for Helping Your Senior Cope with the Emotional Impact of Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson’s disease can be extremely emotionally challenging for those living with it. The symptoms and challenges of this condition diminish function and independence, which can leave your parents suffering from a variety of mental and emotional health consequences including depression, anxiety, bitterness, and even loneliness and isolation. As their family caregiver, it is important that…
Read MoreDoes What Your Aging Parent Eats Make an Impact on Their Parkinson's Disease?
If you are a family caregiver for one of the million people throughout the United States currently living with Parkinson’s disease, it is likely that ways to help them manage their condition is something you think about frequently. You want to make sure that your aging parents can live the fullest, most fulfilling quality of…
Read MoreWhat is Dyskinesia in Parkinson’s?
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a complicated disease to treat. There are many symptoms and not all PD patients experience the same things. To make matters even more difficult, one of the main treatments for the disease can cause the appearance of a new symptom called dyskinesia. When family members are knowledgeable about dyskinesia, they can…
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