Parkinson’s Care

Seniors with Parkinson’s disease experience fatigue caused by stiffness and tremors. In time, they may develop mobility issues. However, they need to remain as active as possible to prevent boredom and depression. There are many different hobbies seniors can engage in that may slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease. 1. Cycling The benefits of cycling…

Physical and social activities can increase balance, mobility, gait, and mental health in aging adults living with Parkinson’s disease. Family caregivers need to find interesting activities their aging loved ones can do without putting their health in jeopardy. Here are some activities that are safe for seniors with Parkinson’s. 1. Reading Parkinson’s can make it…

Parkinson’s disease involves changes that cause certain parts of the brain to stop producing dopamine. Over time, these changes can lead to symptoms that inhibit the ability to live a normal life. Muscle stiffness, tremors, and confusion are just a few symptoms seniors with Parkinson’s may experience over time. While you cannot always prevent the…

A Parkinson’s diagnosis often comes with many questions and fears. Right now, one of your biggest questions is how severe you can anticipate your senior loved one’s symptoms to get. Although everyone is unique, it helps to understand how Parkinson’s typically progresses so you can make the best decisions for your loved one’s long-term care.…

Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological disorder that impacts the brain as well as the central nervous system. As the disorder progresses, some seniors develop a secondary condition known as Parkinson’s disease dementia. Here’s a closer look at how many people with Parkinson’s develop dementia and a few steps caregivers can take to help those who…

Parkinson’s disease (PD) isn’t always preventable. Still, there are certain lifestyle factors that can contribute to the development of this nervous system disorder. The good news is that some of these factors are controllable to some extent. For this reason, there are natural steps seniors can take to reduce their risk of experiencing long-term issues…

When seniors are diagnosed with Parkinson’s, the diagnosis can also impact their families and friends. The disease can bring families closer together, but it can also lead to emotional and mental burdens. Learns how Parkinson’s disease affects the whole family. Impacts Emotions Watching the disease progress and cause physical and mental problems for an aging…

People often hear about a Parkinson’s diagnosis and expect the worst-case scenario to happen. While you should accept the disease is progressive and will go through stages, it’s also important to keep a positive mindset. Many people continue to live with the disease for many years before it has a substantial impact on their lives.…