Parkinson's Care in Hoboken, NJ, and the surrounding area

When a loved one is diagnosed with Parkinson's, it is normal to be worried and have questions. The most common questions are: 

• When will more symptoms occur? 
• How quickly will they escalate? 
• How will this impact independence and quality of life?

When searching for these answers, you can trust the professionals at Visiting Angels of Hoboken. We are a team of care professionals that have specialized in Parkinson's care services. We work to keep clients living at home for as long as possible.  

 

This degenerative neurological disease progresses very slowly, which means the onset symptoms typically don't show right away. Scientists have not found proof of what causes this illness, but evidence shows that the brain does begin to decline and impacts the production of dopamine. This neurotransmitter is responsible for brain-to-muscle communication so that patients experience a loss of motor function. 

 

Most seniors can live 10-20 years after being initially diagnosed. Initial diagnosis typically happens around the age of 60, with symptoms slowly appearing and advancing as time goes off. The most common symptoms are tremors and shaking, as well as slowness and stiffness known as Bradykinesia. Other common symptoms are trouble with balance, falls due to postural instability, confusion, and fatigue. These symptoms can be best treated with Parkinson's care services. 

Parkinson's Care: How Visiting Angels Hoboken Can Help

When seniors are initially diagnosed with Parkinson's, they may not need a lot of extra support-- however, as the disease worsens, they will require much more support. Parkinson's care from Visiting Angels of Hoboken is here when that time comes. Our agency offers non-medical services designed to assist seniors living with the disease and assist their families through respite care. 

A few specific ways that our agency can help your ill loved one are: 

• Personal care assistance when bathing and dressing
• Transportation to and from doctor and therapy appointments
• Help grocery shopping and preparing meals
• Monitoring so that falls don't happen
• Social support and companionship

Our agency understands that not all Parkinson's clients will need the same type of care or services, much less will they need care strictly during the standard business hours. This is why we offer after-hours support for emergencies. You can call our office; if we miss your call, we will return your call within 15 minutes or less.  

 

Contact Visiting Angels of Hoboken today to learn how we help seniors living with Parkinson's remain independent. We look forward to working with you!