New Findings in Parkinson’s Disease Research

Home Care, Illness and Disease / By Gentle Shepherd Home Care

Parkinson’s disease is a brain and body disorder that can affect some men and women at later stages in their lives. Even individuals with the best possible in home senior care in Colorado Springs may receive a Parkinson’s disease diagnosis. Most individuals with elderly care needs and their families learn to adapt to this disease’s Read More »

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Caregiver of the Month | Judy Peel

Caregiver of the Month, Caregivers / By Gentle Shepherd Home Care

Meet our March Caregiver of the Month, Judy! – Judy has been working Gentle Shepherd Home Care for nearly two years and is extremely dedicated to her clients. She goes above and beyond every single day. Her clients say they don’t know what they would do without her because she knows them better than they Read More »

Understanding Parkinson’s Disease

Home Care, Illness and Disease / By Gentle Shepherd Home Care

Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative neurological disorder most commonly affecting adults over 40 years old. The primary indicator is difficulties with movement, caused by a loss of dopamine. Dopamine is a naturally produced chemical in the brain responsible for smooth, coordinated bodily movements. It is produced in the area of the brain referred to as the Read More »