Resources
CARE Home Health Services has compiled various resources to assist family caregivers and healthcare professionals who desire information about in-home care services. If there is something you wish to know that you cannot find here, please feel free to contact us directly.
Parkinson's Awareness
For more ideas on ways to research and make wise choices, we recommend the following resources:
National Parkinson Foundation
An educational site on Parkinson's disease.
Parkinson’s Hope
Information and tools to provide hope for the future by educating you today.
Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research
Dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson's disease within the decade through an aggressively funded research agenda and to ensuring the development of improved therapies for those living with Parkinson's today. The site includes information on current research, a guide for the newly diagnosed and advice for caregivers.
My Parkinson’s Info
Includes daily updates to their blog and library as well as valuable offers from companies that provide solutions for those living with Parkinson’s disease.
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
Provides information on neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s, recent discoveries and information on signing up for clinical research trials.
Parkinson’s Disease Foundation
The Parkinson's Disease Foundation (PDF) is a leading national presence in Parkinson's disease research, education and public advocacy. They are working for the nearly one million people in the US living with Parkinson's by funding promising scientific research and supporting people with Parkinson's, their families and caregivers through educational programs and support services.
Patients Like Me Parkinson’s Disease Community
Community for those dealing with Parkinson’s Disease. Patients share their treatments and outcomes to help others connect who have similar conditions.
WebMD
While researchers chase a cure, patients wonder what will help now. Getting moving is one answer. Watch this short video about how exercise can help Parkinson’s patients. The site also includes information from diagnosis to day-to-day care.
Parkinson’s Disease Frequently Asked Questions
Print out these questions and answers about Parkinson’s Disease to discuss with your doctor.
Who Qualifies for Home Care?
- Anyone who was recently released from the hospital, but not fully recovered after a surgical procedure or cardiovascular disease.
- Anyone who is living with a chronic condition such as diabetes, kidney disease, or stroke that requires frequent monitoring.
- Anyone diagnosed with a new condition or placed on new medications.
- Anyone who has a terminal illness and needs personal care and pain management.
- Anyone with mobility issues who needs assistance with activities of daily living or requires physical therapy.
- Anyone may request CARE Home Health Services for themselves or a loved one.
- CARE Home Health Services will file all claims and handle all paperwork.
- Services are provided under Medicare Part A and B and Medicaid.
- More insurance companies are providing home health benefits; please check your policy.
- CARE Home Health Services is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Resources
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