Parkinson's Care

Having the Conversation: Navigating Parkinson’s Diagnosis with Your Family

Receiving a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease is undoubtedly a life-changing event, not just for the individual facing the condition but for their family as well. The conversation about Parkinson’s is a delicate yet crucial one, requiring open communication, understanding, and support. In this blog, we’ll explore ways to approach and navigate this conversation with your […]

Empathy in Action: Supporting Employees with Parkinson’s Disease in the Workplace

Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a challenging diagnosis that not only impacts individuals but also extends its reach to their workplaces. Organizations have a crucial role to play in creating a supportive and empathetic environment for employees with Parkinson’s. In this blog post, we explore practical strategies that organizations can implement to assist their employees in […]

Nurturing the Nurturers: Prioritizing Care for Caregivers in Comprehensive Support

Caring for a loved one with a serious illness can be emotionally, physically, and mentally demanding. Often, the unsung heroes behind the scenes are the caregivers, whose selfless dedication ensures the well-being of those they love. In this blog, we explore the importance of caring for the caregiver and how organizations like Blue Water Homecare […]

Parkinson’s Disease: When is the right time for hospice care?

It is estimated that more than one million people in the United States are currently living with Parksinon’s disease. Parkinson’s is typically a slow-progressing neurological condition that weakens one’s movement, balance and coordination and causes uncontrollable tremors and shaking. Upon final stages of the disease, all ability to move may cease, and it might be […]

Living with Parkinson’s and Helping Those in Hospice

We recently celebrated Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month and all that is being done to help those living with the disease. One man who is living life to the fullest with Parkinson’s is Felix Pompa. Felix is a 71 year old Austin musician who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in 2021. As a lifelong guitar-player, he […]

Why Parkinson’s Disease May Be On the Rise

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, and it is a condition that is near and dear to our hearts at Blue Water Homecare. One of the main specialized at-home care services we offer to families in need of help looking after loved ones is our dedicated Parkinson’s Program. Parkinson’s Disease is a degenerative neurological condition that […]

Partner Spotlight and Inspiration for those Living with Parkinson’s Disease

CAPS’ mission is to make the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s Disease easier. They offer a variety of support groups, educational and social events, and assistance with other resources for those in need via CAPS Cares. Our Blue Water Homecare founder and COO, Jennifer Prescott, RN, MSN, CDP serves as vice president on the […]

Ask the Expert Parkinson’s Q&A

As a seasoned professional with more than 25 years of experience in nursing and clinical operations, Blue Water Homecare and Hospice Founder and COO, Jennifer R. Prescott, RN, MSN, CDP, is known for compassionate care for the elderly and delivering sound and accurate advice that allows caregivers to better understand the seniors in their care. […]