Home Care Solutions for Seniors with Multiple Sclerosis in Boulder County, CO
Here’s how our home care solutions help seniors in Longmont, Boulder, Louisville and surrounding areas in Boulder County, CO stay safe and manage symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) at home
A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) can raise a lot of questions. Will your loved one's symptoms worsen? Will professional care be needed? Unanswered questions may lead to fear and anxiety. Learning as much as possible and creating a plan will help you to take control and find the right level of care for your loved one.
At Visiting Angels of Boulder County, our home care solutions can help your loved one remain independent while living with MS.
What Is MS?
According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, MS is an autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system. Its symptoms may be subtle or completely disabling. It stops different areas of the brain from communicating with each other and with the body. Most patients with MS are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 40.
What Causes MS?
When the body's immune system attacks the central nervous system, it causes damage that slows or stops nerve transmission. There are many theories about the causes of MS that involve immunology, genetics and viruses, but there is currently no proven cause.
What Are the Symptoms of MS?
Early symptoms of MS often involve vision and can include blurred vision, vision loss and color blindness.
Other symptoms include:
- Numbness or tingling
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Dizziness
- Difficulty walking
- Involuntary muscle spasms
- Bladder and bowel problems
- Cognitive and emotional changes
- Pain
- Depression
Does MS Have a Cure?
Currently, there is no cure for MS. Managing the symptoms of MS is a lifelong process that begins with diagnosis. Medications can help relieve symptoms; physical therapy and walking aids and braces can help with mobility. A team of medical professionals is likely to be involved in your loved one's treatment: physicians, neurologists, therapists, nurses and mental health professionals. Family members may be asked to help with tasks.
If you become overwhelmed from caring for a loved one with MS, consider professional home care solutions from Visiting Angels of Boulder County.
MS and Muscle Weakness in Seniors in Boulder County
Multiple sclerosis is usually detected in early adulthood but can be discovered in later years. As the prognosis for MS patients continues to increase and the population ages, more of our seniors will have MS. Muscle weakness is a main concern because it is both a symptom of the disease and a symptom of aging. People living with MS are at an increased risk of falling, so the risk is compounded for a senior with MS.
Our fall prevention program has helped seniors throughout Boulder County avoid fall-related risks, so you can have peace of mind knowing your loved one will be safe and secure with our dedicated caregivers.
How Can Visiting Angels of Boulder County Help My Loved One Manage MS?
If your loved one has MS, it’s likely that he or she will eventually need home care solutions. It could be a combination of help from a family caregiver and professional care from Visiting Angels of Boulder County.
Visiting Angels of Boulder County offers:
- Personal Care: We assist with meal planning and preparation, light housekeeping, errands and transportation to appointments, mobility assistance, medication reminders and personal hygiene.
- Companion Care: We fulfill your loved one's needs for social interaction and emotional support.
- Respite Care: We provide interim care to allow family caregivers a well-deserved break to relax and recharge.
If you’d like to learn how home care solutions from Visiting Angels of Boulder County can help your senior loved one, call our Longmont, CO office at 303-848-2331.