Parkinson's Care in Pikesville
Visiting Angels® of Pikesville provides Parkinson's care to seniors in our community. Parkinson's disease affects 10 million people worldwide and 1 million in the United States. It is estimated that 60,000 Americans are diagnosed every year. Parkinson's is a progressive disorder which affects movement as well as non-motor function. Parkinson's disease by itself is not fatal but the complications of it, such as dysphagia or increased fall risk, contribute to making it the 14th leading cause of death in the United States.
The common motor symptoms of Parkinson's include:
- Tremors
- Postural instability
- Bradykenesia (slowness of movement)
- Rigidity
- Cramping
- Freezing
Typically seen non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease may include:
- Constipation
- Cognitive decline
- Loss of smell
- Depression
- Sleep disorders
- Psychosis
How Our Parkinson's Care Helps Seniors in Baltimore City, Baltimore County and Carroll County
Parkinson's Care from Visiting Angels of Pikesville can help your loved one manage the effects of this disease. Due to impaired motor function, your loved one may require regular assistance with the activities of everyday living. The increased fall risk is often a top concern for families of Parkinson's sufferers. Dyskinesia (involuntary erratic movements), cramping, festination (short, rapid steps), freezing, and a shuffling gait can all increase the likelihood of falls for those with Parkinson's. Our caregivers can assist with walking and transferring, helping to decrease the risk of falling. Our services will be customized to meet your loved one's specific needs. This allows our care to grow and change as your loved one’s needs change throughout the course of their disease.
Some additional Parkinson's care services provided by Visiting Angels of Pikesville include:
- Going for walks and doing appropriate exercises
- Planning and preparing dietary conscious meals
- Transferring and fall prevention measures
- Folding laundry or other light housekeeping
- Offering medication reminders and monitoring
- Dignified bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene
- Meaningful companionship and social care
- Running errands such as going grocery shopping
- Transportation to therapies and doctor appointments
Trusted Care for Your Loved One
Families throughout Pikesville, Owings Mills, Reisterstown, Mount Washington, Glyndon, Finksburg, and the Baltimore neighborhoods of Woodberry, Hampden, Remington, Mount Vernon, Inner Harbor, Station North, Mid-Town Belvedere, and Heritage Crossing rely on Visiting Angels of Pikesville for Parkinson's care. Our elder care professionals are experienced at caring for those with Parkinson's and know how to support a healthy lifestyle, which is important in fighting the symptoms of Parkinson's. We can help your loved one plan, shop for, and prepare healthy meals in addition to helping with exercise. This can support prolonged functionality for your loved one.
If you have a parent or family member who is living with Parkinson's disease, call Visiting Angels Pikesville today at 410-517-7702 today and ask about our care.