Parkinson’s Home Care

When someone you love receives a Parkinson’s diagnosis, questions about the future naturally follow. Daily activities that once felt effortless gradually become more challenging, and families often find themselves navigating unfamiliar caregiving responsibilities.

Parkinson’s home care provides specialist support that balances safety with independence. Your loved one remains in familiar surroundings while receiving expert care tailored to their changing needs. With the right support, people living with Parkinson’s can manage symptoms, maintain routines, and continue living meaningfully.

• Specialist home care helps people living with Parkinson’s maintain independence at home. Our carers provide tailored support with mobility, medication, personal care, and emotional wellbeing.
• Care adapts as needs change. From visiting care to live-in support, we create custom care plans that evolve with the progression of Parkinson’s.
• Professional support eases family pressures. Regular care reduces stress, prevents burnout, and ensures consistent support during nighttime hours or when complex care needs arise.
• Funding support may be available. Families can explore local authority funding, NHS Continuing Healthcare, or self-funded options.

Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition affecting movement, balance, and coordination. Symptoms develop gradually, often starting with mild tremors or stiffness before affecting speech, walking, and daily activities. It’s estimated that around 166,000 people live with Parkinson’s in the UK.

While there’s no cure, medication and therapies can manage symptoms effectively. With specialist care, many people continue living full lives at home.

Caring for someone with Parkinson’s places significant emotional and physical demands on families. Professional home care provides practical help and clinical reassurance for everyone involved.

Specialist Parkinson’s carers understand how the condition progresses. They provide:

• Mobility and balance support to reduce fall risk
• Medication management, ensuring doses are taken at the correct times
• Help with personal care, daily routines, and meal preparation
• Companionship and emotional support

Regular professional support creates a safer, calmer environment without requiring residential care.

Every person’s experience with Parkinson’s is unique. Care plans should reflect individual needs, preferences, and how symptoms change over time. Hometouch offers flexible support ranging from visiting care to full-time live-in assistance.

Visiting care

Professional carers visit at scheduled times to help with personal care, household tasks, or medication management. This option suits people who need regular support while maintaining independence.

Live-in care

A live-in carer provides round-the-clock support and reassurance. They can respond quickly to freezing episodes, assist with night-time mobility issues, and maintain consistent medication routines. Live-in care also provides companionship and stability for your whole family.

Nursing-led care

Complex needs may require nursing oversight, including blood pressure monitoring, continence management, and coordination with healthcare professionals.

Respite care

Short-term respite care allows family caregivers time to rest or recover while their loved one continues receiving expert support at home.

Palliative and continuing healthcare

As Parkinson’s advances, comfort and dignity become the priority. Compassionate palliative care focuses on symptom control, pain management, and emotional support for both the person and their family.

Parkinson’s affects every aspect of daily life. Professional carers provide targeted support for specific challenges:

Mobility and balance: Slow, shuffling steps and stiffness increase fall risk. Carers assist with safe transfers and ensure walking aids are accessible.

Medication management: Parkinson’s medication must be taken on schedule to remain effective. Carers monitor and organise doses to maintain symptom control.

Personal care: Tremors and reduced dexterity make self-care difficult. Sensitive assistance maintains dignity and comfort.

Sleep disturbances: Insomnia, vivid dreams, and restlessness are common. Night care provides supervision and reassurance, helping everyone sleep better.

Emotional well-being: Living with a chronic condition can cause frustration, anxiety, and low mood. Consistent carers provide steady companionship and emotional support.

As Parkinson’s progresses, care needs often become more complex. Signs that additional support may help include:

• Frequent falls or worsening mobility
• Missed or delayed medication doses
• Increasing fatigue affecting daily tasks
• Night-time confusion or wandering
• Family caregiver exhaustion or burnout

Live-in care ensures help is always available, allowing your loved one to remain at home while receiving the support they need.

Several funding options exist for home care:

• Local authority support: A care needs assessment from social services determines eligibility for funded care.
• NHS Continuing Healthcare: People with advanced Parkinson’s may qualify for full or partial NHS funding.
• Self-funding: Many families arrange care privately to maintain flexibility and control.

Our care team can guide you through funding options and help you understand what applies to your situation.

Remaining at home provides continuity, comfort, and familiarity – all vital for wellbeing. Specialist Parkinson’s carers deliver:

• Safety through falls prevention and mobility support
• Reliable medication management
• Help with meals, hygiene, and daily routines
• Emotional reassurance and companionship
• Relief for family caregivers

Home care maintains independence and dignity, ensuring your loved one continues living life on their own terms.

If you’re exploring Parkinson’s home care for yourself or someone you love, our care advisers can help. We’ll explain your options, answer your questions, and design a care plan that fits your needs.

Talk to one of our care experts – no pressure, just answers when you need them most.