Are you ready to move your aging parent into your home?

The time may come when you consider moving an aging parent, or aging parents, into your home. The reasons may vary, from easing financial burdens to

Caregiver of the Month | Lydiah Kimaru

Meet our April Caregiver of the Month, Judy! – Lydiah Kimaru has been with Gentle Shepherd for 2 ½ years. When asked why she does

New Findings in Parkinson’s Disease Research

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

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Caregiver of the Month | Judy Peel

Meet our March Caregiver of the Month, Judy! – Judy has been working Gentle Shepherd Home Care for nearly two years and is extremely dedicated

Understanding Parkinson’s Disease

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

What is Palliative Care vs Hospice Care

Some people use the terms palliative care and hospice care interchangeably, but there are some distinctions between the two though both provide comfort treatment. Palliative

Tips for Family Caregivers

If you are new to the family caregiver community, you probably have some anxiety and perhaps feelings of inadequacy, as well. Caring for mom or

Heart Healthy Snacking

February is American Heart Month. According to the American Heart Association, uncontrolled high blood pressure increases the risk of heart attack, stroke, vision loss and heart failure. Making