Understanding Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s disease is a terrible progressive illness which not only affects the person who has developed it but also puts a strain on those around them who care for them day in and day out. Not only do they have to see their loved ones going from healthy well balanced individuals to invalids, they also have to go about their own daily life and cope with day to day living. Some of the most common feelings the care giver will have are:

Tension and fatigue

More often than not those caring for someone with Parkinson’s will be putting their needs before those of their own, stress and lack of sleep will bring about tension and tiredness in the care giver. (more…)