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When caring for this disease, […]","datePublished":"2022-10-21","dateModified":"2022-10-21","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/blog\/author\/ceastway\/#Person","name":"Developer","url":"https:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/blog\/author\/ceastway\/","identifier":1,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8ea7fc410413ee0b715aee4c6b2d912c09623af5f85eaca6f6d7e0a2c223e1df?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8ea7fc410413ee0b715aee4c6b2d912c09623af5f85eaca6f6d7e0a2c223e1df?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Fox Trail Memory Care","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"http:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/logo.png","url":"http:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/logo.png","width":474,"height":250}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"http:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/HOPE.png","url":"http:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/HOPE.png","width":432,"height":130},"url":"https:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/blog\/care-plan-for-parkinsons-disease-how-memory-care-can-help\/","about":["Memory Care","Parkinson's Disease"],"wordCount":880,"articleBody":"If your loved one has Parkinson\u2019s disease, they\u2019ll likely need consistent care as it progresses. When caring for this disease, memory care can help provide them with the daily support they need.Continue reading to learn more about Parkinson\u2019s disease, including how memory care can help.What Is Parkinson\u2019s Disease?Parkinson\u2019s disease is a movement disorder where the muscles become tight, making it difficult to walk or complete other tasks. This disease can also cause someone to have tremors and future cognitive troubles, like memory loss.Parkinson\u2019s typically develops in your 50s to 60s, and your risk increases with age. You develop Parkinson\u2019s when your brain produces less dopamine, a vital neurotransmitter. Low dopamine makes it harder for the brain to coordinate your muscles.When someone develops Parkinson\u2019s, they may experience several symptoms, including:Tremors affecting the face, jaw, arms, & handsSlower & stiff walkingDifficulty balancingCoordination problemsStiffness in the arms, legs, & torsoChanges in how you writeThese symptoms can worsen with time as this disease progresses. You may also experience depression, gastrointestinal issues, difficulty eating, memory loss, and dementia.What Is Parkinson\u2019s Disease dementia?\u00a0Parkinson\u2019s disease dementia (PDD) is a form of dementia that develops in people living with Parkinson\u2019s disease for at least one year. Cognitive difficulties don\u2019t start when someone has Parkinson\u2019s right away, but they can occur as this disease progresses. Someone with PDD may experience memory loss, difficulty paying attention, trouble with good judgment, and struggles with following directions.Around 2% of adults over 65 have Parkinson\u2019s disease, with over one million Americans living with this condition.What Causes Parkinson\u2019s Disease dementia?PDD is a natural progression after someone develops Parkinson\u2019s disease. The average time for PDD to develop is 10 years after the beginning of Parkinson\u2019s. Previous research found that approximately 75% of people living with Parkinson\u2019s for 10 years or more develop dementia.Milder cognitive changes happen before dementia develops, with around 30% of people with Parkinson\u2019s developing mild cognitive impairment after 5 years.Someone\u2019s age, the severity of movement difficulties, and the presence of mild cognitive impairment can increase the risk of PDD.When someone develops Parkinson\u2019s disease dementia, they may experience several symptoms, including:Difficulty with memory, concentration, & judgmentProblems understanding visual informationMuffled speechHallucinationsDelusions or paranoid thoughtsDepression, irritation, or anxietyTrouble with sleep, leading to daytime drowsinessAdjusting to Parkinson\u2019s DiseaseA Parkinson\u2019s disease diagnosis can be a significant emotional event, leading to many different feelings. While there are treatments available, there is no cure for this disease.If your loved one has Parkinson\u2019s, you can help them in several ways:Let them adjust, however long it takes: It may take a while for your loved one to come to terms with their diagnosis. Don\u2019t expect them to feel fine after a short period\u2014they may feel stressed or overwhelmed. Be patient & help them as much as possible.Learn what you can about Parkinson\u2019s: Educating yourself can help you care for your loved one. You can help them feel more in control when you know what\u2019s happening regarding their condition.Be there for them: Don\u2019t let your loved one handle this situation alone. Being there for them can make adjusting to Parkinson\u2019s disease easier. You can help them manage their symptoms & future progression.Help them make healthy choices: Lifestyle changes can improve Parkinson\u2019s symptoms & you can help your loved one make these changes. Living healthy can help delay the development of dementia.While you can help your loved one as they experience Parkinson\u2019s, they may need more support as this disease progresses. When they need help, memory care can provide them with the daily support they need.How Memory Care Can Help If Someone Has Parkinson\u2019s DiseaseMemory care can help if your loved one has Parkinson\u2019s. Residents in memory care live in a specially designed community fit for their needs, with wide hallways, easy-to-navigate areas, and safety supports to prevent falls and other hazards. Memory care focuses on each individual\u2019s unique needs.Your loved one receives a customized care plan that provides support. Because Parkinson\u2019s disease and dementia progress with time, these care plans are adaptable to meet their changing needs. If your loved one begins to develop PDD, their needs can still be taken care of without them having to move.Besides personalized care, memory care communities offer many services to help care for your loved one\u2019s condition, including:Engagement activities for positive cognitive supportBrain-stimulating activitiesStrengthening activities for walking & balanceNon-pharmaceutical treatmentsMedication management24-hour available support staffLearn More About Memory CareParkinson\u2019s disease can significantly affect your loved one\u2019s ability to care for themselves, especially if they develop Parkinson\u2019s disease or dementia. While you can help support them as their condition progresses, memory care communities are available when they need more consistent care. Learn more about memory care, and you can help care for your loved one\u2019s needs.Contact your local New Jersey Fox Trail Memory Care community\u2014they can address any questions or concerns you may have."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Care Plan for Parkinson\u2019s Disease: How Memory Care can Help","item":"https:\/\/foxtrailmemorycare.com\/blog\/care-plan-for-parkinsons-disease-how-memory-care-can-help\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]