Care Support for Parkinson’s in Australia
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An Introduction to Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson Disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects movement, with symptoms that develop and worsen over time. In the initial stages, a person with Parkinson’s may experience a barely noticeable tremor in just one hand. But while a tremor may be the most well-known sign of Parkinson’s, the condition may also cause shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with walking, balance, and coordination.
Parkinson’s symptoms and signs may vary from person to person, and often go unnoticed in its early stages. Symptoms often begin on one side of the body and usually remain worse on that side, even after symptoms begin to affect both sides. Besides the physical symptoms, an individual with Parkinson’s may sometimes experience mental and behavioural changes, sleep problems, depression, memory difficulties, and fatigue.
Caring for a Loved One With Parkinson’s
Do you have a loved one who has recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s? We understand that receiving such a diagnosis can be an overwhelming experience for yourself as a caregiver and for your loved one as well.
As the disease develops over time, your loved one will need more support with activities of daily living and having someone by their side can be reassuring as they navigate their journey with Parkinson’s. While there is no cure available, there are many ways we can slow the progression of the disease and improve the quality of life of our loved one living with the condition.
We’re Here for You, Every Step of the Way
We have walked the journey with numerous families and their loved one with Parkinson’s. Our Care Professionals are experienced with caring for individuals with Parkinson’s and undergo training to better understand, support and care for you and your loved one.
We understand that for different individuals, different forms of care support may be required. Here are some of the ways our Care Pros can help.
Services Provided Under Parkinson’s Disease Care
Personal Care
Assist with the activities of daily living (ADLs) – eating, bathing, getting dressed, toileting, transferring, and continence.
Nursing Care
Monitor and administer nursing procedures from tube feed and suctioning to injections and wound care.
Medication Reminders
No more missed doses. Our carers help to remind your loved ones to take their pills at the allotted time.
Staying Active
Keep the mind and body active and alert with physical exercises and stimulating brain activities.
Night Care
Care provided through the night to assist with toileting or nursing needs, prevent wandering and reduce fall-risk.
Companionship
Befriend and engage through conversations, interactive activities and outdoor trips.
Cost of Parkinson's Disease Care in Australia
We offer flexible pay-as-you-go pricing to ensure you or your loved one receives the care needed. We accept both private and government funding options with no lock-in contract. View Pricing.
Government and Private Funding Options Available
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
Let us support you as you realise your goals in independent living. We respect every person’s diversity, culture and identity.
As a registered NDIS provider, we provide disability support to all NDIS participants no matter your funding:
NDIA-managed
Homage will submit your service invoices to NDIA via the NDIS portal. NDIA will be responsible for your service payments.
Self-managed
Homage will issue you the service invoices directly via email. You will be responsible for your service payments.
Plan-managed
Homage will issue your service invoices to your plan manager. Your plan manager will be responsible for your service payments.
Support at Home (SAH)
Age with dignity and grace in your home and community with support from our certified Care Pros. We respect every person’s diversity, culture and identity.
If you self-manage your SAH, you can use our aged care services. Simply link Homage with your self-managed provider, and you are all set to book our services using your SAH funding.
We also support private clients and individuals who are on the government waitlist but require care urgently. Get in touch with us at 0480 093 788.
Why Families Prefer Homage
Zero Commitment
Book flexible care solutions from 1 hour with no ongoing commitment required.
No Management Fee
Pay only for the care services you receive.
Transparent Pricing
Know the exact cost of service before booking.
Dedicated Care Professionals
Receive quality care from a carefully selected pool of experienced Care Professionals.
Urgent Care Support
Find support for your urgent care needs.
Personalised Care Plans
Let Homage Care Advisors create a care plan specific to your needs and choices.
Long Term Care Packages
Allow your funding to last longer with our long term packages that offer the same quality care at at lower cost.
Care Reporting
Receive a care report after every visit so you understand the care your loved ones have received for peace of mind.
How does Homage work?
Speak to a Care Advisor
Call us at 0480 093 788 or request a callback from our friendly Care Advisory team. Learn more about our range of services and find out how Homage Care Professionals can help.
Make a Care Plan together
We will work with you to develop a personalised Care Plan based on your loved one’s health status, care requirements, and additional preferences.
Your personalised care begins
Together we will match you and your loved ones with an exceptional Care Professional. Stay up to date after every appointment with detailed reports on the Homage app.
Top questions about Parkinson’s Disease Care
Does Parkinson's affect life expectancy?
Parkinson Disease is not fatal. On average, a person with Parkinson’s can expect to live almost as long as those without the condition. However, related complications may reduce life expectancy by 1 to 2 years.
What is the best exercise for Parkinson's disease?
Different forms of exercises can help with different motor symptoms. An individual looking to improve balance can consider tai chi and yoga. Dancing or boxing, on the other hand, may improve coordination and agility. Those with limited mobility can perform seated aerobic exercises.
How do you care for someone with Parkinson's?
There are many ways we can support a loved one diagnosed with Parkinson Disease, from educating ourselves and managing finances, to lending a listening ear and supporting with daily activities.
How can Homage support with Parkinson's care?
In-home Parkinson’s care support allows individuals with Parkinson’s to receive holistic care in the comfort of home.
Homage’s trained Care Professionals can assist with the following activities:
- Personal hygiene, includes showering, toileting, diaper changing and dressing
- Mobility support, includes manual or assisted transfers to facilitate movement around the home and reduce fall-risk
- Companionship to interact through activities and conversations to keep loneliness at bay
- Staying active, includes home and outdoor exercises
- Medication reminders for prompt medication consumption
- Meal preparation, purchase of takeaway or cooking meals suitable for the care recipient’s diet
- Medical escorts to doctor’s appointment and medication collection
- Light housekeeping, includes keeping the care recipient’s room spick and span, washing the care recipient’s dishes
- Simple nursing care, includes tube feeding and suctioning
- Complex nursing procedures, includes wound and stoma care
- Home physiotherapy, occupational and speech therapy
Everyone’s care needs are unique. Reach out to our Care Advisors at 0480 093 788 to learn more about how our Care Pros can support you in your journey with Parkinson’s.
What Parkinson's care packages do you offer?
From ad-hoc to round-the-clock care support, we have short- and long-term care packages tailored to different care durations and for varied care needs, so that you and your loved one can find one that best fits your care arrangements.
Reach out to our Care Advisors at 0480 093 788 for more details.
How fast can I receive care support for Parkinson's?
Once you have confirmed that you will like to engage a Homage Care Professional for Parkinson’s care support, we can match you or your loved one with a suitable Care Professional as fast as within 24-48 hours.
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