Connect with others who understand.

Sign up Log in
Resources
About MyParkinsonsTeam
Powered By
Real members of MyParkinsonsTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

Can Someone Live By Themselves With PD?

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­

I am 65 and diagnosed two years ago. My wife and boys don't know I exist and I am considering living by myself but worry that it may be too difficult... Those that do live by themselves, what stage are they in and what can we expect?

December 12, 2023
ā€¢
View reactions
Alan Alda Reveals Parkinson's Diagnosis Read Article...
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Same here, just spent a week in the hospital from falling down. Wife was out and I laid on the tile floor bleeding, drooling and gasping for air for what appeared to be about 45 minutes before the ambulance arrived, moved me to local hospital for stabilization and then transferred me on to Louisville V.A. for a week of intensive care in the cardiac & pulmonary ward.
Does it mean I can't live alone, absolutely not, I was suffering from long covid Pneumonia, wheezing with fluid filled lungs in and around my heart and running out of oxygen while coughing and passing out. I had a partially collapsed lung that exacerbated the issue.
I had just had 3 heart stents installed the week before and probably pushed myself a little too hard.
It's more of a reminder that I'm older and not quite as strong as I think.

December 14, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I have been living alone with Parkinson's Disease Since 2019, was diagnosed in 2016. I have a lot of paid help with laundry, grass cutting, house cleaning, but this is all new. I am still working at age 70 so I need help with the other stuff.
I am just switching to STALEVO for my issues. I will let everyone know how that goes in subsequent posts. I have balance and gait issues, but I take long (4km) walks with my Nordic poles.

December 15, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I have been found lying on the floor out cold and bleeding. This occurred when my wife went out to perform an errand.

Iā€™m in stage 1.

December 13, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes, maybe, no? Depends on far too many factors.

December 12, 2023

Related content

View All

I Live By Myself- Was Diagnosed With PD In 2022. So Far I Am Doing. Ok By Myself-is There Anyone Else Living By Themselves & How You Doing?

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­
Greenville, NC

Traveling With PD.

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­
Denver, CO

Is PD Neuron And Movement Disorder Specialist The Same Thing? Do We Need To See Both?

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­
Stanfield, NC
Continue with Facebook
Continue with Google
By joining, you accept our Terms of Use, and acknowledge our collection, sharing, and use of your data in accordance with our Health Data Policy and Privacy policies.Your privacy is our priority Lock Icon
Already a Member? Log in