Caring for the Elderly with Parkinson’s Disease: A Comprehensive Guide

"Dignity in Every Lift"

A caregiver gently assists an elderly gentleman with a hoist ensuring safety, respect, and compassionate care at home.

Parkinson’s Homecare: Essential Support for Elderly Client.

Learn how tailored homecare helps elderly individuals with Parkinson’s disease live safely and comfortably at home.

What does it take to care for someone who’s losing control over their own body? Patience, planning and personal dignity.

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that can drastically affect mobility, speech, balance, and independence. As the condition advances, many families struggle with how to provide the right support. This guide outlines how DICTRA delivers expert, dignified homecare for elderly individuals with Parkinson’s with real examples, tips, and strategies to help families navigate the journey.

• Understanding Parkinson’s Symptoms:

  • Tremors, stiffness, slowed movement, swallowing issues, incontinence

  • Mental health impacts like depression or apathy

• What Quality Parkinson’s Homecare Looks Like:

  • Regular mobility support (e.g., hoist transfers, walking aids)

  • Personal care routines tailored to fluctuations in condition

  • Medication reminders for dopamine-related treatments

  • Meal preparation considering swallowing difficulties

  • Monitoring bowel movements due to common constipation

• Equipment Needs:

  • Hoist for safe transfers

  • Catheter management (if applicable)

  • Pressure relief strategies (Proshield cream, turning schedules)

Example: Mr. T, a 90-year-old client with Parkinson’s, lives with his daughter and grandchildren. He requires supervised hoist transfers, regular leg exercises, and pressure care. Our team coordinates his routines while respecting his dignity, hydration preferences (water & Dr Pepper), and religious practices (no tea/coffee due to Mormon beliefs).

Example Calculation: This is personalised to the client needs.

• 3 daily visits on weekdays

• 4 visits on weekends & bank holidays Total = 3x5 + 4x2 = 23 visits/week At £31 per visit, weekly cost = £713 (includes travel & weekend/bank holiday rates)

Living with Parkinson’s doesn’t mean living without dignity. With DICTRA, care is consistent, respectful, and deeply personalised.

Is your loved one struggling with Parkinson’s at home? Reach out for a care consultation tailored to their needs.