Parkinson's Disease: How Much Do You Really Know?
A recent article from Huffington Post sheds some light on all the misinformation and confusion surrounding Parkinson's Disease. How much do you know about PD? The National Parkinson's Foundation offers an online quiz to help you test your own knowledge, as well as a list of primary and secondary symptoms, some of which might easily be mistaken for something else. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease, understanding the stages of emotional reaction can be helpful when coming to terms with the diagnosis. Check out this downloadable PDF, Balance, Strength, and Movement Exercises, to assist you in developing movement strategies to offset PD symptoms.
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The Tango Helps Parkinson's
According to HuffPostFrance, dancing the Argentine Tango shows promising results in helping improve mobility, balance, cognitive functioning, and mood in Parkinson's patients. Additionally, a recent study from Washington University School of Medicine provides supportive evidence that dance helps fight PD symptoms.
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Gardening for Seniors
You've seen those gardens...the one's that have been  lovingly tended over the course of a lifetime. Losing the ability to garden can be an emotionally difficult experience for seniors. While loss of mobility may change the way you garden, it doesn't have to end it. According to an article from GardeningKnowHow.com, a little planning for easy-care and accessibility helps seniors continue enjoying the health and emotional benefits of their treasured pastime.
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Saint Alphonsus Offers Healthy Aging Expo May 2nd
Make sure to schedule out some time on Saturday, May 2nd, between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., to attend the Healthy Aging  Expo. Some topics:
- Balance & Fall Prevention lecture
- Stroke Prevention lecture
- Bone Density Testing
- Hearing Testing
- Blood Pressure
- Pharmacy & Medication info
- and much more!
This is a free event, featuring screenings, breakout sessions, over forty vendors, and information on avoiding caregiver burnout. Visit the Saint Al's website for more information and to register.
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Brenda Critell, President / CEO
Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)®
A native of Boise, Idaho and a 4th generation Idahoan. Brenda founded Assisting Angels Home Care in 2006.
Skip Critell, VP/COO
Director of Operations and Community Liaison for the Treasure Valley
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About Assisting Angels Home Care
Serving the state of Idaho, Assisting Angels Home Care, Inc. has been providing personalized care at home with supporting services since 2006. Assisting Angels uses certified personnel for supervision and monitoring of all direct services, has no minimum requirement for hours for accepting clients, and does not charge separately for travel to and from the job location. All employees are bonded and insured. Complete screening and thorough background checks are performed prior to any person having contact with one of our clients or patients. Assisting Angels provides a wide spectrum of personalized in-home care services, including live-in care, general homemaker, personal care, and private duty nursing for all ages.
Visit www.AssistingAngels.biz or call 208.344.7979 (Boise) for more information.
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