Parkinson’s End-Stage Care with White Orchid Hospice

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Navigating Parkinson’s End-Stage Care
Identifying when its time for hospice care in Parkinson’s Disease is a complex process due to the varied progression and symptoms associated with the condition. Nevertheless, in the advanced stages (Stages 4 and 5), patients may display signs that indicate the need for hospice support:
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✓ Decline in mobility, speech, and activities of daily living (ADLs), leading toconfinement in a chair or bed.
✓ Manifestation of late-stage Parkinson’s symptoms.
✓ Difficulty breathing, even at rest.
✓ Inadequate food and fluid intake, resulting in weight loss.
✓ Onset of complications like pneumonia, sepsis, or decubitus ulcers.
✓ A doctor’s prognosis of a life expectancy of six months or less.
White Orchid Hospice’s Support for Parkinson’s End-Stage Care
In the final stages of Parkinson’s, conventional treatments may lose their effectiveness. It is at this juncture that White Orchid Hospice offers comprehensive care and support to both patients and their families. Our care is accessible in various settings, including private homes, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing centers, or hospitals.

Our interdisciplinary team collaborates closely with family members, healthcare providers, and facilities to ensure coordinated care. Our support encompasses:
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✓ Infection prevention to mitigate emergency situations.
✓ Pain management.
✓ Alleviating anxiety and agitation.
✓ Respite care for family caregivers.
✓ Strategies to address swallowing difficulties.
✓ Assistance with incontinence.
✓ Management of sleep disturbances.
✓ Support for Parkinson’s Disease-related dementia.
✓ Caregiver training and education.
✓ Emotional and spiritual support for patients and their families.
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Our Approach to Care
Understanding the unique challenges that come with this condition, our team tailors individualized care plans to address the specific needs, symptoms, and emotional well-being of each patient. Our experienced caregivers, trained in Parkinson's end-stage care, work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic and comforting environment, offering solace to both patients and their families during this delicate phase of life.
Tailored Care Plans
We create individualized care plans that consider the patient’s unique needs, symptoms, medication regimen, and mobility limitations.
Caregiver Education
We provide comprehensive training to caregivers, enablingthem to understand the disease, its stages, and suitable treatments.
Fostering Independence
We work towards maintaining the patient’s independence by assisting with daily activities and supporting their interests.
Encouraging Exercise
We promote suitable exercise routines to enhance mobility and alleviate symptoms.
Symptom Monitoring
We closely monitor Parkinson’s symptoms, promptly reporting any changes to healthcare providers.
Emotional Support
Our team offers emotional support to both patients and their families.
Experienced Caregivers
Our caregivers possess extensive experience in handling Parkinson’s patients, ensuring comfort and safety.
Specialized Training
Our caregivers receive specialized training in Parkinson’s disease, fall prevention, and related dementia.
Ongoing Education
Caregivers undergo continuous training to maintain their proficiency.

Facing end-stage Parkinson’s Disease can be challenging.

White Orchid Hospice is here to make this difficult time more manageable for patients and families.
Reach out to us today at
866-966-2215
to explore our services further.
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