A Parkinson's Diagnosis is a big adjustment
Parkinson’s disease comes with a host of challenges for both the individual and their family. When your elderly parent is diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, many can live alone in their own homes with assistance from adaptive devices, furniture, and outpatient medical care.
CONCERNS
and facts
Injuries are common among people with Parkinson’s disease (PD), occurring most often in bedrooms (30%), living areas (19%), and kitchens (15%). People with Parkinson’s disease often fall when they lose their balance either due to muscle weakness, vision impairment, or home hazards, which cause them to trip or stumble.
LIVING
FAMILY AREA ADJUSTMENTS
Take time to widen spaces between objects so that there is plenty of space to navigate.
A common hazard is wires, extension, USB, TV cords, etc. Plug appliances into the nearest outlets and tape cords to the molding along the walls to keep them off of the floor.
Provide chairs with firm backs and raised seat cushions to add height and support to make the sitting down and rising process easier.
A parent with PD has a hard time controlling fine motor skills, which makes turning on lamps and small switches difficult. Consider voice-activated lights with LED bulbs or a Hue system.
FALL CONCERNS
PREVENT COMMON INJURIES
FALL CONCERNS
2. PREVENT COMMON INJURIES
WASHROOM
QUICK BATHROOM HACKS
THE KITCHEN
Someone with Parkinson’s disease can have a hard time with balance and standing. Make the kitchen a place your parent can utilize by lowering countertops or enable them to work from a kitchen table.Â
Parkinson’s Disease can be overwhelming, but fortunately, we offer many products and solutions to assist your parent and keep them safe so they can maintain their independence at home as long as possible. An Occupational Therapist can provide a list of photos of recommended modifications and assistive devices, which you can send to us. We will contact you within 48 hours with a customized action item list specific to your unique needs and situation. Let us help your loved ones age gracefully at home by contacting us now.
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