We recently celebrated Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month and all that is being done to help those living with the disease. One man who is living life to the fullest with Parkinson’s is Felix Pompa. Felix is a 71 year old Austin musician who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in 2021. As a lifelong guitar-player, he […]
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Why Parkinson’s Disease May Be On the Rise
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, and it is a condition that is near and dear to our hearts at Blue Water Homecare. One of the main specialized at-home care services we offer to families in need of help looking after loved ones is our dedicated Parkinson’s Program. Parkinson’s Disease is a degenerative neurological condition that […]
Read MorePartner Spotlight and Inspiration for those Living with Parkinson’s Disease
CAPS’ mission is to make the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s Disease easier. They offer a variety of support groups, educational and social events, and assistance with other resources for those in need via CAPS Cares. Our Blue Water Homecare founder and COO, Jennifer Prescott, RN, MSN, CDP serves as vice president on the […]
Read MoreAsk the Expert Parkinson’s Q&A
As a seasoned professional with more than 25 years of experience in nursing and clinical operations, Blue Water Homecare and Hospice Founder and COO, Jennifer R. Prescott, RN, MSN, CDP, is known for compassionate care for the elderly and delivering sound and accurate advice that allows caregivers to better understand the seniors in their care. […]
Read MoreMaintaining Balance in Spite of Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s Disease affects more than 1 million people in the United States. It is a neurodegenerative disorder that not only causes changes to occur in the brain but also drastically alters the way the body functions and moves. As the disease progresses and muscles stiffen, a few common side effects of Parkinson’s include a freezing […]
Read MorePreparing for Parkinson’s Disease: Tips for Caregivers and Loved Ones
Parkinson’s Disease currently affects more than 1 million people in the United States, and an estimated 60,000 people are diagnosed with it each year. It is a neurodegenerative disorder that impacts balance, coordination, and mobility and can cause uncontrollable tremors and early onset dementia. Another characteristic of Parkinson’s is that it is often slow to […]
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