Spotlight on Parkinson's Disease this April with Home Instead

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Ad - Help us support Parkinson’s UK with our fundraising initiative and open day on 11th April

April is a significant month for the Parkinson’s Disease community as it marks Parkinson’s awareness month and the birth month of James Parkinson, the pioneering figure who first identified symptoms of the condition.

James Parkinson, a renewed neurologist, scientist, geologist, and activist, documented "paralysis agitans" in 1817, now recognised as Parkinson’s disease. April 11th holds special significance as World Parkinson’s Day, an annual commemoration on James Parkinson’s birthday to honour his contributions and discoveries.

In the UK alone, 150,000 individuals live with Parkinson’s Disease. While advancing age is a notable risk factor, 5% to 10% of patients experience symptoms before reaching 60. Parkinson’s has affected notable figures such as Pope John Paul II, Muhammad Ali, and Sir Ian Holm.

Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that leads to unintended or uncontrollable movements. As the condition progresses, individuals may face challenges with mobility, speech, cognition, mood, sleep, memory, and energy levels.

For more information, please visit: NIH - Parkinson's Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments.

As a community, there are various ways we can rally behind those impacted by Parkinson’s disease, by expanding our own understanding and awareness of the condition, increasing general awareness and by fostering a culture of compassion and empathy.

Home Instead is proud to be the only home care company with official partnership with Parkinson’s UK, offering specialised care for Parkinson’s patients while actively raising awareness about the condition. With over two decades of experience, we have provided unwavering support to numerous clients navigating the complexities of Parkinson’s, granting us invaluable first-hand insight into their unique challenges.

Our team comprises experts in the field who are deeply passionate about our mission, dedicated to delivering compassionate care and making a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s disease.

This April, we invite you to join us by scanning one of our awareness stickers or white ribbons to support Parkinson’s UK. As the largest European charitable funder of Parkinson's research, Parkinson’s UK plays a pivotal role in advancing our understanding and treatment of this disease.

Keep an eye out for our stickers or white ribbons featuring a QR code. For every barcode scan, we pledge to donate £1 towards Parkinson’s UK. Please help us raise awareness in your community by sharing a picture of our sticker or ribbon; please also tag us @HomeInsteadWLDN.

Additionally, on April 11th, we are hosting an open day at our office located at 186 Sutton Court Road. Feel free to drop by if you seek advice or support regarding Parkinson’s disease. Our office will be lit in blue, and our team will be dressed in blue attire to express solidarity with individuals living with Parkinson's.

If you're interested in participating in any of the campaigns, please visit Parkinson UK’s website for more information.

Let’s come together this Parkinson’s month to raise awareness, support research, and stand in solidarity with those affected by this condition. Let us Make it Blue!!!

Home Instead Hammersmith & Chiswick

April 6, 2024