Living Independently with Parkinson’s: Support, Strategies, & Connection
Strong, Capable, Supported: Living Independently with Parkinson’s For many individuals with Parkinson’s disease, living alone is a reality that offers both freedom and challenges. While it can be empowering to maintain your independence, it’s important to know that you don’t have to manage everything on your own. At All Heart Home Care, we believe that […]
The Power of Movement: How Exercise Supports Parkinson’s Care at Home
Strength in Motion: Empowering Parkinson’s Care Through Exercise Exercise is important for everyone, but for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease, it’s far more than a healthy habit—it’s a critical part of maintaining independence, mobility, and quality of life. At All Heart Home Care, we believe in empowering families and clients with the tools and knowledge […]
Daily Parkinson’s Care: A Compassionate Checklist for Caregivers
Caring for a Loved One with Parkinson’s: Your Daily Checklist Caring for someone with Parkinson’s disease is a journey of both patience and partnership. Some days, your loved one may need a helping hand with everyday tasks. Other days, they may simply need more time and encouragement to do things independently. This caregiver-friendly checklist is […]
Leukemia Drug Helps Parkinson’s Dementia Symptoms
This article discuses how a Leukemia drug helps Parkinson’s Dementia symptoms. Researchers are constantly evaluating potential new treatments for Parkinson’s disease dementia. They may have stumbled upon a new drug treatment that is already approved for treating leukemia. The new drug appears to dramatically reduce the symptoms of both Parkinson’s disease dementia and Lewy body […]
Caring for Parkinson’s Disease Dementia Patient
Parkinson’s disease is a common neurodegenerative disease that affects at least 500,000 people in the United States. The condition mostly affects older people with the average age of onset being 60-years of age. Between 50 to 80 percent of people with Parkinson’s disease will eventually suffer from cognitive decline. An estimated 20% of all people […]
Parkinson’s Disease Dementia
Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disease in the world, behind Alzheimer’s disease. It affects the central nervous system, causing a variety of physical symptoms including stiffness, difficulty walking, problems with balance and poor posture. As the disease progresses, many people experience dementia and a loss of cognitive function. This form of dementia […]
Helping Seniors Deal with Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is one of the most common neurodegenerative diseases in the United States. It affects approximately 1 million people and there are about 60,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Seniors with this condition often need help around the home to perform simple tasks like getting dressed, preparing dinner and taking their medications. This article […]
Eye Problems in the Elderly
It is natural for your vision to change as you get older. However, if you notice a strong decline in your ability to see or you are experiencing pain in your eyes, you may in fact have an age-related eye health problem. Some of the most common eye problems that affect older people include presbyopia, […]
Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Compared
Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease are both very common degenerative diseases that affect millions of people in the United States. It is estimated that Alzheimer’s affects more than 5 million people while Parkinson’s disease affects approximately 1 million people. They are both late-onset diseases, which means they primarily affect elderly people. Because the life expectancy […]