6 page answer

· 6 pages

· Double Spaced

· APA Formatting

· Use a minimum of three scholarly sources

· Briefly define Parkinson’s Disease.

· What physical changes occur related to the onset of the disease?

· What are the possible psychological changes with PD?

· What system(s) are affected?

· What are the treatments and therapies?

· The case study shared details that indicate Doug is no longer able to identify and resolve problems.

· Identify two examples in the study that indicate Doug is losing this ability.

· Provide two other examples that may arise as the disease progresses that are related to identifying and resolving problems.

· Discuss possible feelings and stressors Doug may be experiencing as the disease progresses and he must rely on caregivers more.

· Refer to the required reading list for the topics related to this assignment for ideas.

· Discuss the effects of the diagnosis of PD and its progression can have on a spouse and family (micro-level)

· Refer to the chapter and required readings regarding caregiving and caregiver burden (e.g., employment, psychological effects, financial stressors, role in the marriage, etc.).

· Locate two services in your own community that offer assistance to people with PD and their caregivers (meso-level)

· Describe the services available, cost, and eligibility requirements.

· In your opinion, are Doug and Maria eligible for the services? Explain your answer based on your findings and the knowledge of Doug and Maria.

· At the macro-level, research the state and federal programs, legislation and initiatives that affect chronic illnesses. Discuss the pros and cons of two of the following items as they affect patients and caregivers.

· Legislation and lobbying efforts (e.g., changes to the Affordable Care Act [ACA], stem-cell research, etc.)

· Requirements to qualify for Social Security Disability Income (SSDI)

· Requirements to take advantage of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

· Requirements to qualify for Medicaid/Medicare

· What are the requirements of these programs in terms of paying for skilled nursing for Doug? Do Doug and Maria qualify for assistance through these programs? Why or why not?

· Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

· A program, legislation, or initiative of your finding.