Articles About Parkinson's: Activities of Daily Life

1. Recording and Managing Medications for Someone With Parkinson's Disease

   Article - Medication management is the most important part of controlling Parkinson symptoms. Knowing what to expect from these medications can be extremely helpful.

2. Oral Care for Someone With Parkinson's Disease

   Article - Tips on providing oral care, including teeth and mouth cleaning, to your loved one with Parkinson's disease.

3. Dressing Someone With Parkinson's

   Article - Practical tips for dressing and undressing a loved one with Parkinson's disease.

4. 6 Ways to Make Bathing Your Parent More Comfortable

   Article - There's no getting around the inherent awkwardness of giving your mom or dad a bath -- you feel it and so do they. Try these six ideas to up the comfort level:

5. 8 Essentials for Bathing Your Parent

   Article - Having these items on hand will make bathtime safer and easier:

6. Activity Planning When Caring for Someone With Parkinson's Disease

   Article - Even if they do not have dementia, some people with Parkinson disease may have a lack of interest. They tend to withdraw socially as the disease progresses. Parkinson symptoms that can lead a person to withdraw from normal activities and interaction include--

7. Nail Care

   Article - When providing nail care, you can watch for signs of irritation or infection. This is especially important in a person with diabetes, for whom a small infection can develop into something more serious. Fingernails and toenails can thicken with age, which will make them more difficult to trim.

8. Toileting

   Article - Practical steps to help caregivers learn how to reduce toileting stress and incontinence.

9. Boosting Calorie or Protein Intake

   Article - Offer most of the food when the person is most hungry. Encourage the person to eat food with the fingers if it increases intake. Add non-fat powdered milk to any food with liquid in it, such as desserts, soups, gravy, and cereal. Add butter, whipped cream, or sour cream to foods...

10. Bed Making With Someone in It

    Article - Making a bed with someone in it will be easier if you follow these steps:

11. Foot Care

    Article - Practical steps to help caregivers learn how to provide proper foot care.

12. Dehydration Prevention

    Article - As a person ages, he feels less thirsty, so a special effort should be made to provide enough fluids. A person's fluid balance can be affected by medication, emotional stress, exercise, nourishment, general health, and the weather. Dehydration, especially in the elderly, can increase confusion and muscle weakness and cause nausea...

13. The Importance of Exercise to Physical and Emotional Well Being

    Article - Physical activity and good nutrition are perfect partners in good health. This winning combination finds a balance between what one eats and one's daily activities. Together they help in managing weight and providing energy. Physical activity not only burns calories, but it can also help the person in...

14. 6 Essential Supplies for Caring for Your Parent's Hair

    Article - It's extremely helpful to have everything you need to care for your parent's hair in one portable place, so you can tote it as needed to the bathroom, bedroom, or a big comfy chair in front of the TV. Look for a plastic basket (which is waterproof and ideal for shampoo time) with a carry handle...

15. A Step-by-Step Guide to Shampooing an Older Adult's Hair

    Article - Step-by-step guidelines to shampooing an older adult's hair -- what supplies you'll need and tips to help keep her comfortable.