Parkinson’s Overview Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder of the central nervous system affecting movement. The initial presentation is often tremors, specifically in one hand. In the brains of Parkinson’s patients, nerve cell damage causes dopamine levels to drop. Dopamine is the neurotransmitter chemical that helps transfer messages from our
Assisted Living and Memory Care can be wonderful options for seniors. There is activity, good food, easy access to medical care, socialization, new people, and safety. The question that families often want to ask, though, rarely do is: what if the senior is incontinent? Incontinence is Normal in Assisted Living
Older adults may experience a multitude of health conditions. Assisted Living Locators of Long Island is sharing some health conditions that often lead to successful placement in Assisted Living or Memory Care. Dementia Associated with Alzheimer’s or Other Neurological Conditions Dementia is a symptom, like pain. For seniors, the