Care Givers For Love Ones
Important questions pop up when a life altering diagnosis affects a family.
Not only does the person with Parkinson’s
have uncertainties but their loved ones may also ask themselves;
What can we expect for the future?
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Knowledge can lessen the fear you might have regarding Parkinson’s.
It can dispel myths and put life with PD in perspective. Learn about the disease
from reliable sources. You’ll see that treatments are available and living well
with Parkinson’s is possible.
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Talking about your feelings can help you manage them effectively.
Our staff can help you by answering questions you might have, and through discussion questions
that come to mind, and so that you can work toward developing strategies for coping.
When you feel more in control you can begin making new plans for the future.
Will I be able to cope with the effects as Parkinson’s progresses?
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Hearing about how others have coped successfully calms the fears you might have.
A support group is a great place to talk to others who are experiencing the same things as you or
who have experienced other challenges. You hear how people have triumphed through difficult
times and you realize that it is possible.
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Communicate your feelings with people who can support you through this process.
Sharing the burden opens the door to finding solutions to the challenges.
Will I have the strength to take care of my loved one?
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Sharing the responsibilities of caring for another person allows you to have the
time and energy to devote to your relationship.
Every caregiver and person with Parkinson’s needs time away from one another.
Even the most loving relationships can become strained when partners spend every waking moment together.
Involve other people, pay for companion services, arrange short term stays in care facilities on a
regular basis so that you can get away, arrange day programs for your spouse so that
they can have an enjoyable day outside the house.
Parkinson’s Society of Southern Alberta can help you.
We can also link you with other useful community resources.
Please contact your nearest Coordinator.