According to the Parkinson’s Foundation, Parkinson’s Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects neurons in a specific area of the brain called substantia nigra. Those who suffer from Parkinson’s Disease often exhibit a variety of symptoms of Parkinson’s are often divided into movement symptoms and non-movement symptoms. Movement symptoms of Parkinson’s include cramping, drooling, freezing and perhaps most notably dyskinesia, or involuntary and erratic writing movements. Non-movement symptoms include constipation, fatigue, loss of smell or taste and weight loss to name a few.

Those who are living with Parkinson’s Disease often require additional care in their daily lives to complete daily tasks and to maintain safety as those with Parkinson’s Disease age. We at Polaris Home Care are committed to providing high levels of around the clock care for the senior citizens of the Bay Area that are living with Parkinson’s Disease. Numerous studies show that having a health professional in the home to help Parkinson’s patients can provide more activity and additional safety measures for our clients. A common symptom of Parkinson’s Disease is muscle stiffness and soreness that can often times lead to a potentially dangerous fall; home care aids and caregivers like the ones that we provide at Polaris can help minimize these potential risks and maximize our clients’ activity within their community.