Part One: Getting Ready
1. What Is Parkinson Disease?
2. PD Medications and Wearing-Off
3. Using the Health Care Team Effectively
4. Getting In-Home Help
5. Preparing the Home
6. Equipment and Supplies
Part Two: Day by Day
7. Setting Up a Plan of Care
8. How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout
9. Activities of Daily Living
10. Diet and Nutrition
11. Fitness and Exercise
12. Body Mechanics— Positioning, Moving, and Transfers
13. Emergencies
Part Three: Additional Resources
Parkinson Disease and Caregiver Organizations
Glossary
Index