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07/25/2025

🧠💙 Understanding Parkinson’s Dementia: A Journey Towards Awareness 💙🧠

Did you know that Parkinson’s disease can lead to cognitive changes that affect daily life? While we often focus on the physical symptoms, it’s essential to shine a light on Parkinson’s dementia, a lesser-known aspect of this condition. Let’s dive in! 🌊✨

🔍 What is Parkinson’s Dementia?
Parkinson’s dementia occurs in some individuals with Parkinson’s disease, affecting memory, thinking, and behavior. It’s like a shadow that can gradually alter the landscape of one’s mind, making familiar paths feel uncertain.

💡 Common Symptoms to Watch For:
- Memory loss and confusion 🤔
- Difficulty concentrating and making decisions 🧩
- Changes in mood or behavior, such as depression or anxiety 😔
- Trouble with planning or organizing tasks 📅

Remember: These changes can be subtle at first, like whispers in the wind, but they can have a significant impact on daily life.

🎨 How Can We Support Each Other?
1. Educate Ourselves: Knowledge is power! Understanding the symptoms helps us recognize and support those affected.
2. Open Conversations: Let’s talk about it! Share experiences and resources in our community to foster a supportive environment. 💬
3. Encourage Professional Help: Encourage loved ones to seek support from healthcare professionals. Early intervention can make a world of difference! 🌟
4. Practice Patience and Empathy: Remember, those with Parkinson’s dementia are navigating a unique journey. Small acts of kindness can brighten their path! 🌈

👐 Let’s Join Together!
Share this post to spread awareness and foster understanding about Parkinson’s dementia. Together, we can create a community that supports, uplifts, and empowers those affected. 💪❤️

Have you or someone you know been touched by Parkinson’s dementia? Share your thoughts or experiences in the comments below! 👇💬

07/03/2025

July Newsletter for Caring House Calls!

06/28/2025

June Newsletter ☺️

05/30/2025

Accepting patients in Florence, Marion, Dillon and Horry Counties!

Call for more information 843-799-0083

05/06/2025

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to all nurses who are serving families impacted by Alzheimer’s and other dementia and all those in need of care. We thank you for your compassion, determination and care! 💜 hashtag

04/01/2025

Caring House Calls is now introducing monthly Newsletter!!

Let’s bring on April 1st to a healthy start! 🤗

03/30/2025

Today, on National Doctors Day, Caring House Calls proudly celebrates all physicians who embody the heart of compassionate care in the community.
Especially to Dr. Toney Graham III ❤️

Doctors are more than clinician they are guides, listeners, and advocates for comfort over cure.

From all of us at Caring House Calls, thank you for the vital role you play. Your impact is lasting, and your care is deeply valued.

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03/24/2025

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03/18/2025

The bipartisan Credit for Caring Act would create a non-refundable federal tax credit for caregivers that could be used to offset the costs of respite care, transportation and lost wages.

Tell your members of Congress to support this bill ➡️

03/11/2025

NEWS: The bipartisan has been introduced in the House & the Senate. We’re proud to support this bill, which will help eligible caregivers facing financial strains by providing a non-refundable federal tax credit.

02/21/2025

🌟💚 Happy National Caregivers Day! 💚🌟

Today, we take a moment to honor and celebrate the incredible work that caregivers do every single day. As a Health Psychologist, I’d like to highlight the profound impact caregivers have not only on their loved ones but also on the broader community.

✨ Caring for others is noble, but let’s not forget that it can be emotionally and physically demanding. Here are some insights on how caregivers can cultivate their own well-being while providing exceptional care:

1. Prioritize Self-Care: 🧘‍♀️ Just like a plane safety announcement reminds us to put on our own oxygen masks first, caregivers must prioritize their own health. Regular breaks, adequate sleep, and nourishing meals are essential!

2. Seek Support: 🤝 It’s okay to ask for help! Connect with other caregivers or support groups. Sharing experiences can alleviate feelings of isolation and provide new perspectives.

3. Practice Mindfulness: 🌼 Taking a few moments each day for mindfulness or meditation can reduce stress and improve mental clarity. It’s all about staying present in the moment!

4. Set Boundaries: 🚧 Know your limits and set boundaries to maintain a healthy balance. It’s okay to say “no” sometimes—your well-being matters!

5. Celebrate Small Wins: 🎉 Recognize and celebrate the small victories, whether it’s managing a tough day or simply sharing a laugh. These moments can provide a boost of joy!

🤗 To all the caregivers out there: Your compassion and dedication do not go unnoticed. You make a difference every day, and it’s important to also tend to your own needs. Let’s uplift each other today and every day!

What are some self-care practices you embrace as a caregiver? Share in the comments! 👇💬

02/17/2025

Talking to aging parents, grandparents or other loved ones about memory loss isn’t always easy. If you have no idea how to start the conversation — or restart it after many failed attempts — these tips can help guide you.

1. Set a gentle and compassionate tone
No one wants to be yelled at or nagged or prodded, especially not about their own health, and definitely not about something as sensitive and personal as their possible cognitive decline.

2. Provide reassurance about the possibilities
As we get older, it’s common to worry that memory changes are a sign of Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia. But that’s not necessarily the case.

Other causes of memory issues may include:
-Dehydration
-Depression
-Diabetes
-Drug and/or alcohol misuse
-Hearing loss
-High blood pressure (hypertension)
-High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)
-Side effects of medications or supplements
-Sleep problems
-Social isolation
-Thyroid problems
-Traumatic brain injury
-Vitamin deficiencies

3. Emphasize prevention
If your loved one doesn’t feel like anything is wrong with them, they may resist seeing a specialist. But you can remind them that nothing has to be “wrong” for them to talk to a geriatrician.

4. Focus on the positives
It can be helpful to position a visit with a geriatrician as a way to ensure your loved one’s long-term independence.

5. Set expectations
Emphasize that you want your loved one to preserve or even improve their memory.

Discuss what to expect during an evaluation by a geriatrician, which will likely include:

-Exercises to evaluate memory
-Blood tests to rule out vitamin D deficiency and measure thyroid levels
-An MRI, if needed, to help get a snapshot of current brain health

Seeing a Provider or Health Psychologist can help your loved one focus on both brain health and physical health so they can preserve their memory, age gracefully and live better, longer.

Need an appointment for a cognitive assessment please call 843-799-0083.

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1801 West Evans Street Suite 107
Florence, SC
29505

Telephone

+18889182415

Website

http://www.CHCofhealth.com/

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