Excellent Elder Care in Eastern North Carolina

At-Home Help to Manage Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms

There is still much to know about Parkinson’s disease, for which there is no cure. Parkinson’s is a brain disorder that manifests in shaking, stiffness, difficulty walking and talking, and balance and coordination issues. The symptoms of Parkinson’s typically begin on a gradual basis worsen over time, so families can expect that a loved one diagnosed with the disease will need assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) at some stage of this progressive disease. The professional caregivers at Amada Eastern North Carolina are trained and well-versed in how to assist seniors and other adults who are managing life with Parkinson’s. They can help adapt the home environment, help monitor systems and communicate changes to the care team and family members, provide medication reminders, assist with prescribed exercises, and much more.     

Post-Surgical Care by Trained Amada Caregivers

Recovering from surgery, including orthopedic surgery from a fall that resulted in a broken hip, or perhaps important knee or hip replacement, can take weeks or months. Depending on the nature of the procedure, post-operative care can work on many levels, incorporating close monitoring, scheduled medication, physical therapy, appropriate diet to help regain strength, etc. Amada caregivers have the training and knowledge to facilitate the recovery process for a senior or adult who needs post-surgical care at home—whether home is a family residence, rehabilitation facility, assisted living community, or elsewhere. Rest assured the care coordination team at Amada Eastern North Carolina are experienced at following the healthcare provider’s instructions to the letter and meeting the individual preferences of our adult and senior clients.

Live-In/24-Hour Care for Maintaining Independence

With the goal to remain in the home as long as possible, sometimes live-in 24-hour care is the right answer. Who better to make sure your loved one is attended to throughout the day and night, as needs may arise, than skilled Amada caregivers who get to know and respect their client as a member of their own family?

Our caregivers provide companionship, give medication reminders, offer transportation or run errands for you, handle light housekeeping, and more. With a cheerful attitude and a bright smile, our live-in caregivers can help you or your senior loved one with a variety of tasks. In addition, Amada Senior Care of Eastern North Carolina is fully HIPAA-compliant and can ease the process of working with insurance providers to cover the cost of 24-hour care. From daily basics like taking a shower or getting dressed, to preparing the favorite meals or getting out of the house, our caregiving specialty is making the simple things extraordinary.

Call 252-231-2861 to learn more about how the care coordination team at Amada Eastern North Carolina can help with speciality care. For more information on how our trained Amada caregivers can assist you or a loved one manage symptoms of a chronic condition, click any of the links below.