Monthly Archives: April 2017

Home Care for ALS Patient

ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) also known as “Lou Gehrig’s Disease” is a neuromuscular disease which begins as muscle weakness and then slowly progress into total and complete paralysis throughout the entire body. ALS patients utilize nursing and terapies to help in several ways: Preventing muscle loss and weakness Improving mobility and use of mobility devices […]

20 Things to Remember if You Love Someone with Dementia

Taking care of someone with Alzheimer’s disease is a difficult job, one that can cause a large amount of stress. However, if you love someone with dementia, it can bring joy into your life and be extremely rewarding if you remember a few simple things. Overcoming Challenges in Caregiving Despite all the challenges, loving someone with […]

Parkinson’s Disease: Symptoms & Care

According to the National Parkinson Foundation (NPF), approximately 60,000 new cases of PD are diagnosed each year, joining the 1.5 million Americans who have the disease. PARKINSON’S DISEASE SYMPTOMS Parkinson’s disease in the elderly is not easily diagnosed, as neither x-rays nor blood tests reveal the condition, though blood tests and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) […]

Being A Better Alzheimer’s Caregiver

Millions of people throughout the globe end up tackling the troublesome obligation of being an Alzheimer’s caregiver. Whether its for a friend, loved one, or a parent, taking on this job means taking on a number of challenges. Alzheimer’s sickness can change any individual, affect how they act, and change the way they show typical […]

Tips for Recharging and Finding Balance

The requests of caregiving can be overpowering, particularly on the off chance that you feel you have little control over the circumstance or you’re up the creek without a paddle. On the off chance that the anxiety of caregiving is left unchecked, it can take a toll on your wellbeing, connections, and perspective—in the end […]