Learn how to make a positive difference in the lives of seniors with Parkinson’s disease by exploring our guide on navigating this condition.
Continue ReadingRead on to explore the benefits of in-home care and how it can make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors with Parkinson’s.
Continue ReadingAs we celebrate Parkinson's Awareness Month, let's explore the mobility changes seniors experience and how caregivers can help manage them.
Continue ReadingDiscover the benefits of music therapy for seniors with Parkinson's and tips on how to incorporate it into their daily routines.
Continue ReadingAdapting your home for someone with Parkinson's is key to enhancing their quality of life. Follow our guide for tips on making your living space more accessible and safe.
Continue ReadingPhysical activity plays a vital role in improving the overall health and well-being of individuals with Parkinson's disease. Regular exercise can help to improve mood, balance, sleep and increase mobility.
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive nervous system disorder that is characterized by the loss of muscle control. It is caused by the degeneration of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays a crucial role in movement control. As the disease progresses, individuals with Parkinson's disease may experience both motor and non-motor symptoms.
Continue ReadingThe uncertainty that comes with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease (PD) can leave loved ones feeling powerless, vulnerable, or even frightened. Although you may not be experiencing the toll of the disease yourself, you are experiencing the changes that will impact your loved one firsthand. It is important to recognize that your feelings are normal, as the challenges of PD can affect all aspects of a person's life.
Your loved one may experience changes in how they move, think, interact, sleep, and express emotion as the disease progresses. They will need extra care and support as they navigate through preserving their quality of life and staying active.
Continue ReadingA Parkinson’s disease (PD) diagnosis can come with unanswered questions. It can be challenging to decide what may be next for you and/or your loved ones. While there is no standard treatment for PD patients, there are several different options to explore.
Although there is no cure to PD, there are many treatment options to ease the symptoms associated with Parkinson’s. The most common treatments for PD can include a variety of medications prescribed by your doctor, surgical procedures, and lifestyle modifications. It is important to speak with a doctor or medical professional to determine which treatment option(s) may be best for you.
Continue ReadingEach year, approximately 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurogenerative disorder that is most recognized by its movement-related (“motor”) symptoms. While the cause remains largely unknown, with no cure, there are many treatment options to assist in subsidingeasing the symptoms of the disease.
Continue ReadingApril is Parkinson’s Awareness month and Senior Helpers wants to help your loved one get the care they need. There are several resources that provide the education families need to understand and provide the right care for Parkinson’s. Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive condition that looks different for every individual dealing with the disease. Senior Helpers wants to provide you with information, resources, and the help you are looking for.
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