Caregiving for Parkinson’s Disease – Guide & Checklist

By
Mary Desroches
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8Seek Professional Support and Take Care of Yourself

The tasks of caregivers for people with Parkinson’s disease may become more challenging. When this occurs, it is important to seek professional support from a healthcare provider or a care service. Some side effects or symptoms of Parkinson’s disease should be best treated with home health nurses or professional assistance. These include serious depression, hallucinations, dementia, as well as balancing or walking issues. [10]

As a caregiver for people with Parkinson’s disease, make sure to care for yourself as well. Take care of your mental and physical health. If you have any problems, do not hesitate to seek help from other people. Below are some tips to follow:

– Have a balanced and healthy diet

– Work out regularly to improve health and reduce stress

– Spend time for your personal life and hobbies

– Ask for advice or help from other family members or friends when you feel overwhelmed [11]

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