Parkinson's Care in Springfield MA
Nearly 1 million people in the United States are living with Parkinson's disease. There are 60,000 new Americans diagnosed every year. Parkinson's can cause a range of symptoms which are classified as motor symptoms and non-motor symptoms. While motor symptoms are the most noticeable, it is the non-motor symptoms which usually have the biggest impact on day-to-day life. Parkinson's disease in and of itself is not fatal, however the complications of the disorder such as dysphagia (trouble swallowing), and increased fall risks, contribute to Parkinson's being the 14th leading cause of death in the U.S. Visiting Angels® West Springfield MA offers Parkinson's care to help families manage the effects of the disease.
Some noticeable motor symptoms of Parkinson's include:
- Bradykenesia (slowness of movement)
- Postural instability
- Rigidity
- Tremors
Non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease often include:
- Cognitive decline
- Depression
- Loss of smell
- Sleep disorders
- Constipation
How Parkinson's Care Helps Seniors in Springfield MA
Visiting Angels West Springfield MA provides Parkinson's care to seniors in the comfort of home so they can remain there safely and comfortably. If you have a loved one who is living with Parkinson's, you may have seen them struggle to stay on top of daily tasks. Most families will do their best to assist a loved one who is struggling, but it can be difficult to manage your loved one's care while dealing with your own responsibilities. Aid from a professional caregiver can help.
Some Parkinson's care services which Visiting Angels West Springfield MA can provide to your loved one include:
- Exercising and going for walks
- Preparing dietary conscious meals
- Grooming & personal hygiene
- Dignified bathing and dressing
- Providing medication reminders
- Transportation to appointments
- Transferring and fall prevention
- Light housekeeping such as laundry
- Meaningful companionship
- Running errands and shopping
Trusted Care for Your Loved One
Visiting Angels West Springfield MA is a trusted source of Parkinson's care for families throughout Wilbraham, Ludlow, Southwick, Southampton, Longmeadow, East Longmeadow, Western Massachusetts, and the surrounding communities. Family members of someone with Parkinson's often worry about their loved one falling at home, and reasonably so. Shuffling gait, freezing, festination, dyskinesia, and cramping can all contribute to an increased fall risk. Our care can provide fall prevention measures for your loved one and help to bring your family peace of mind.
If your loved one is living with the effects of Parkinson's disease, call Visiting Angels West Springfield MA today and ask about our care.