{"id":9226,"date":"2021-03-24T15:43:41","date_gmt":"2021-03-24T19:43:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/assistinghands.com\/34\/?page_id=9226"},"modified":"2022-03-22T09:40:58","modified_gmt":"2022-03-22T13:40:58","slug":"parkinsons-care","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/34\/florida\/wellington\/parkinsons-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Home Care for Parkinson\u2019s Disease in Wellington, FL"},"content":{"rendered":"
Assisting Hands Home Care provides home care for Parkinson\u2019s patients in Wellington, Florida to help those with the disease live comfortably at home.<\/strong>\u00a0 Our caregivers can provide personal care and assistance to help those who are limited by the symptoms of Parkinson\u2019s disease.<\/p>\n

\"HomeParkinson\u2019s disease is a disease of the nervous system that attacks the muscles and affects body movements.\u00a0 It is also a degenerative disease which means that the symptoms are mild at first but will continue to get worse.\u00a0 It can be difficult for those affected by Parkinson\u2019s disease to care for themselves or take care of tasks around the home if they are experiencing stiff muscles, tremors, shakiness, poor balance, or trouble speaking.\u00a0 Those living with the symptoms of Parkinson\u2019s disease need assistance with personal care tasks as well as help around the home.<\/p>\n

At Assisting Hands Home Care<\/a>, we provide home care for Parkinson\u2019s patients<\/strong> in Wellington, FL<\/strong> to help those suffering from this disease.\u00a0 We can help your loved ones with personal care activities as well as other tasks such as transportation and meal preparation.\u00a0 Each of our caregivers is licensed, bonded, and insured and they have experience providing care for those affected by Parkinson\u2019s disease.<\/p>\n

Development of Parkinson\u2019s Disease<\/h2>\n

\"Parkinson'sParkinson\u2019s disease is the result of low dopamine levels in the brain caused by a breakdown and loss of the nerve cells that produce dopamine.\u00a0 Abnormal brain activity occurs as a result of lower dopamine levels which can affect how the brain regulates body movements.\u00a0 The symptoms of Parkinson\u2019s are mild at first, but they will become more severe and lead to further complications.<\/p>\n

Those affected by Parkinson\u2019s commonly experience rigid muscles, slow movements, tremors, loss of automatic movements, impaired posture and balance, and difficulty speaking.\u00a0 Parkinson\u2019s patients can also experience the following complications as the disease progresses:<\/p>\n

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  • Cognitive issues: <\/strong>Parkinson\u2019s patients can experience cognitive limitations or dementia in the later stages of the disease.<\/li>\n
  • Depression:<\/strong> Those in the early stages of Parkinson\u2019s may experience depression or anxiety.<\/li>\n
  • Swallowing and eating issues:<\/strong> It is difficult for Parkinson\u2019s patients to be able to chew and swallow food if they have difficulty controlling those muscles. This increases the risk of choking and could lead to malnutrition.<\/li>\n
  • Sleeping issues:<\/strong> It is common for Parkinson\u2019s patients to have trouble sleep well as they may wake up frequently.<\/li>\n
  • Toileting issues:<\/strong> Parkinson\u2019s patients are likely to experience toileting issues if they cannot control their bladder. Parkinson\u2019s can also slow the digestive process which causes constipation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Professional Parkinson\u2019s Home Care<\/h2>\n