Elder abuse and neglect are more common than not. As a loved one living with someone who needs help from a caregiver, you need to know the signs so you can get help right away. Sometimes it is not as straightforward as you would expect, but there are warning signs that you need to be … Read more
Welcoming strangers into your home can be overwhelming, especially when they are taking of a loved one. The first day that the caregiver walks in, that’s when the relationship and trust start to build. Not only are you trust them with knowing how to care for your loved one, but your personal belongings in your … Read more
Seeing a family member struggle with day to day activities can be challenging. It is just as hard as trying to be there all the time to help as much as possible. It is physically and emotionally demanding, especially when it comes to a loved one suffering from a memory disorder. Hiring a home care … Read more
If your loved one is showing signs of assistance or coming home from the hospital with a new ailment, there are a few things that you can do. Depending on what type of care your loved one needs, there are two options for home care. Short term care is a treatment type of home care … Read more
Home Healthcare’s Role in Helping with Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s is a terrible disease in which a patient is a balance, mobility of arm or hand, and developing a tremor. Parkinson’s is not a fatal disease, but it does make doing everyday things a little more challenging for some people.
Homecare for Patients who are living with Parkinson’s
Because it is a disease that progresses over time, it can be challenging for the family and the caregiver. The caregiver’s role is to help the patient cope with the news of the disease. They are to do day to day tasks with them, helping them move their limbs affected by the illness, but as the ailment progresses, it does become more problematic for that caregiver.
Beginning of Parkinson’s: Signs and How the Caregiver will Treat it
In the early stages of this disease, there are minor inconveniences that the caregiver and the loved one will face. They will be teaching that patient on what medications to take and how to manage them. Caregivers will suggest support from other loved ones to help the patient feel more at ease with this new diagnosis.
Mid-Stages of Parkinson’s: Signs and How the Caregiver will Treat it
In the mid-stages of Parkinson’s, a home care provider’s responsibilities and burdens increase tremendously. Daytime sleepiness and fatigue will interrupt daily plans, and frustrations grow around communication. In the late stages of the disease, the responsibility and challenges are very significant.
The Late-Stages of Parkinson’s: Signs and How the Caregiver will Treat it
The late stages of PD are probably the most difficult for caregivers. Mobility is at its most demanding, and caregivers must provide hands-on assistance. There could be episodes of sudden stiffness and inability to move. There will be moments of forgetfulness and confusion.
Conclusion
When your loved one is being cared for Parkinson’s, it is best to have a well-trained, knowledgeable, and adaptable caregiver. TLC Home Care can provide well- trained individuals who have worked with other patients who have had Parkinson’s before.
If you’re considering in-home senior care for yourself or a loved one, you probably know that help is available for things like transportation to appointments and medication management, but home health care includes so much more! Read on for additional services and surprising facts about this growing source of help for seniors and their loved … Read more
It goes without saying that genuine friendship brings people Happiness. Regardless of what phase in life we may find ourselves, companionship is always something we are going to look for and need. As humans, we crave a connection with other people; to have someone to talk to, listen to, and share stories with. This connection … Read more
Taking care of a bedridden patient at home can be challenging, especially if you have no prior experience. Whether it is a family member, friend or a hired professional, the person responsible for providing care needs to be compassionate, patient and knowledgeable. In this article, we will discuss some helpful tips on how to take … Read more
CDC guidelines: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/guidance-prevent-spread.html Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Patients with Suspected or Confirmed Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Healthcare Settings Summary of Changes to the Guidance: Updated PPE recommendations for the care of patients with known or suspected COVID-19: Based on local and regional situational analysis of PPE supplies, facemasks are an acceptable … Read more
Many senior adults benefit from doing art therapy in art classes. It may sound cliché to some people, but art is an exceptionally fun activity. It is engaging as much as it is therapeutic, especially to mental and emotional health, according to a home care consultant from senior care in Vermont. There are a variety of … Read more