New support group offers help, connection for Parkinson’s families
Free program aims to reduce isolation, provide support for those affected
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- "Angels Embrace" is a new support group for people with neurodegenerative conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and dementia.
- It provides education, connection, and emotional support for patients and caregivers.
- The group aims to reduce isolation and help families navigate these conditions.
A new support group called Angels Embrace aims to offer education, connection, and emotional support for people affected by neurodegenerative conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and dementia.
The program is being offered by Angels on Call Homecare, a company recognized for providing specialized Parkinson’s and dementia care at home. The Angels Embrace program is free and open to the community, regardless of whether families are receiving care from the company.
Support group aims to reduce isolation, offer connection
“Families often feel overwhelmed long before they reach out for professional care,” Robert Dalton, CEO of Angels on Call Homecare, said in a company press release. “Through our work supporting individuals aging at home—whether they’re receiving hourly or live-in care—we see how important connection and education are. Angels Embrace was created so families know they are not facing these diseases alone.”
According to Angels on Call Homecare, the new support group will offer both in-person meetings and virtual gatherings. These meetings are open to people living with Parkinson’s or dementia, caregivers, family members, and community members who want to learn more and better understand the impact of these conditions.
Parkinson’s disease is marked by the gradual loss of certain brain cells, leading to symptoms such as movement problems, mental health challenges, and issues with memory and thinking. In some cases, people develop dementia, meaning cognitive problems that affect daily life. Because symptoms can be disabling, people living with Parkinson’s often rely on family members and other caregivers for day-to-day support.
“Conditions like Parkinson’s disease and dementia affect entire families, not just individuals,” said Eric Dalton, vice president of Angels on Call Homecare.
Program creates space for shared experiences, community support
Angels Embrace aims to offer a place where families affected by Parkinson’s and related conditions can come together to share their experiences, support one another, and exchange tips and resources. Above all, the group aims to help people feel less alone.
“For too long, families navigating these diseases have been left to figure things out on their own,” Eric Dalton said. “Angels Embrace is about changing that reality by creating a community where education, shared experience, and compassionate guidance come together. When families feel informed and supported, they are better equipped to navigate the complexities of neurodegenerative disease while preserving dignity, independence, and quality of life.”
