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We are committed to providing quality Hospice and Palliative Care services to all patients. At all times, we strive to uphold the best interest of the patient and his or her loved ones. The care we provide shall be executed with dignity, respect, and compassion to all.

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We are committed to providing quality Hospice and Palliative Care services to all patients. At all times, we strive to uphold the best interest of the patient and his or her loved ones. The care we provide shall be executed with dignity, respect, and compassion to all.

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We are committed to providing quality Hospice and Palliative Care services to all patients. At all times, we strive to uphold the best interest of the patient and his or her loved ones. The care we provide shall be executed with dignity, respect, and compassion to all.

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We are committed to providing quality Hospice and Palliative Care services to all patients. At all times, we strive to uphold the best interest of the patient and his or her loved ones. The care we provide shall be executed with dignity, respect, and compassion to all.

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We are committed to providing quality Hospice and Palliative Care services to all patients. At all times, we strive to uphold the best interest of the patient and his or her loved ones. The care we provide shall be executed with dignity, respect, and compassion to all.

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We are committed to providing quality Hospice and Palliative Care services to all patients. At all times, we strive to uphold the best interest of the patient and his or her loved ones. The care we provide shall be executed with dignity, respect, and compassion to all.

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We are committed to providing quality Hospice and Palliative Care services to all patients. At all times, we strive to uphold the best interest of the patient and his or her loved ones. The care we provide shall be executed with dignity, respect, and compassion to all.

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We are committed to providing quality Hospice and Palliative Care services to all patients. At all times, we strive to uphold the best interest of the patient and his or her loved ones. The care we provide shall be executed with dignity, respect, and compassion to all.

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We are committed to providing quality Hospice and Palliative Care services to all patients. At all times, we strive to uphold the best interest of the patient and his or her loved ones. The care we provide shall be executed with dignity, respect, and compassion to all.

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Five Ways to Help Someone You Love Manage Parkinson’s Disease

Knowing about the disease and witnessing the symptoms of the condition firsthand are two very different matters. When a loved one has Parkinson’s disease, they need extra assistance and support to stay active and function stably on a day-to-day basis. Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that entails progressive damage to the affected person’s brain.

The severity and occurrence of the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease may vary from day-to-day. Consequently, Parkinson’s care requires patience and skill to figure out when to offer help and when to leave the person to do the task independently. Here are some of the best ways you can help and support someone in managing Parkinson’s disease.

1.      Educate Yourself About the Disease

As Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder, the progression and pattern of brain damage vary in different patients. Thus, the symptoms and the overall experience of patients differs a great deal. If you are a caregiver of a Parkinson’s patient, you are likely to be familiar with some of the basic theory and symptoms of the disease. But do you know how the symptoms are induced, how the condition advances over time, and what treatment plan can be used for its management?

For you to be able to provide optimal Parkinson’s care and assistance to a loved one, you must educate yourself as much as you can about the disease. You can consult the trusted websites, go through books, or talk to the doctor during the medical visits.

2.      Volunteer to Assist

Having a movement disorder makes it challenging to do everyday tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and shopping. There might be times when individuals with Parkinson’s disease might want help but hesitate to ask someone. That’s when you as a caregiver have to step in and offer your assistance, whether it is driving them to their appointments, running errands, or preparing meals.

3.      Exercise with The

Staying active is important for everyone, but it is especially beneficial to individuals with Parkinson’s disease. According to research, exercise helps the brain in using dopamine, a hormone involved in the movement more effectively. Exercise and fitness will help the Parkinson’s patient in the maintenance of balance, strength, memory and will improve the overall quality of life.

4.      Make Them Feel Normal

A condition like Parkinson’s can take a toll on a person’s mental health and normalcy. As the disease progresses, the person might lose their sense of self and confidence with the developing symptoms and impairment. By being a compassionate listener and conversationalist, you can help the patient feel normal about themselves. Try to talk about things dissociated with their condition as you don’t want them to be constantly reminded of their chronic disease.

5.      Be Patient

Depending on the severity of the symptoms, a Parkinson’s patient might partially lose their ability to speak loudly and clearly. While a physical therapist helps the person with their movement skills, a speech therapist will make them practice speech exercise to cope with voice impairment.

When talking to someone with Parkinson’s, you must remain patient. It might take them longer to understand or respond to you, and you must not act impatiently in these situations. If speaking is too much of a challenge for the patient, try switching to other means of communication, such as messaging or emailing.