As a family caregiver for one of the approximately one million people throughout the United States who is currently living with Parkinson’s disease, you likely focus on the physical impact of the disease.
You think about how this disease has influenced their functioning, health, and daily quality of life. It is important, however, that you do not overlook the impact that this disease can have on their mental and emotional health as well. Recognizing and acknowledging this impact is an important step in helping your senior to cope with the effects and move forward in the healthiest way possible.
Some of the emotional impacts that Parkinson’s disease can have on your aging loved one includes:
-Depression and sadness stemming from the challenges that they are facing and the knowledge that they will not get better
-Hopelessness about the future
-Anxiety about what they are experiencing and the further symptoms and challenges that they will experience
-Anger or bitterness toward the world because they are impacted by the disease and can’t have the lifestyle or quality of life that they used to have or that they want
-Fear of falling or injuring themselves due to the symptoms
-Embarrassment about how the symptoms are affecting their function or their ability to care for themselves
-Loneliness and isolation as their symptoms and challenges increase and they are not as able to get out and enjoy social activities, interactions with others, and things that were meaningful to them such as volunteering or participating in clubs or organizations
Starting senior care for your aging parents can be one of the best decisions that you make for them during their later years.
And in-home senior care services provider can be with your parent on a customized schedule to ensure that they have continued access to the level of care, support, and assistance that is right for them. Through a set of highly personalized services, this care provider will help your parent address their individual challenges, needs, and limitations. They will also help your parent to pursue a lifestyle that is as active, engaged, and independent as possible as they age in place. As their family caregiver, this can give you tremendous peace of mind knowing that your parents will be able to live their highest quality of life while also staying happy, healthy, and comfortable.
If you or an aging loved-one are considering Home Health Care in Hillsborough, CA, call the caring staff at Aviva In-Home Care. Call today: (415) 795-2203
Sources:
- Do You Need Help with Personal Care for Your Senior? - September 16, 2019
- Causes and Risk Factors for Shingles in the Elderly - September 12, 2019
- Five Reasons Your Senior Might Need a Daily Routine - September 5, 2019
