Parkinson's Care
Parkinson’s Care Support at SEM Haven
Our residents with Parkinson’s may need more support than the average resident, and because of that, our staff is always on hand to create a gentle and nurturing environment with the support they need to thrive.
As of September 2022, SEM Haven HealthCare & Assisted Living received a certification for Parkinson’s care.
This means that all SEM Haven caregivers are educated and trained on how to provide the best care for those residents living with Parkinson's and other neurological disorders. In addition, SEM Haven’s therapy department received individual certifications to treat Parkinson's and other neurological disorders using the Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT) program.
The LSVT program is an inpatient or outpatient program, completed one hour per day, four days per week, for four weeks, including all three therapies (speech, physical, and occupational) to better manage PD symptoms.
Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LVST)
The Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT) program is an inpatient or outpatient program, completed one hour per day, four days per week, for four weeks, including all three therapies (speech, physical, and occupational) to better manage PD symptoms. LSVT is designed to improve voice and movement in individuals with neurological conditions, particularly those with Parkinson's disease. It consists of two main branches:
LSVT LOUD - a speech therapy focused on improving vocal loudness and intelligibility and
LSVT BIG - a physical/occupational therapy aimed at improving movement and motor skills.
LSVT LOUD
LVST LOUD is a program that helps people with Parkinson's and other neurological disorders improve their ability to communicate effectively by addressing vocal loudness, intelligibility, and overall voice quality. It involves intensive one-on-one therapy sessions focusing on specific exercises and techniques to recalibrate the perception of vocal loudness and improve vocal effort.
LSVT BIG
LSVT BIG is a program that focuses on improving movement and motor skills, particularly for individuals with Parkinson's. It addresses the common symptoms of PD, such as reduced range of motion, balance problems, and difficulty with walking and daily activities. LSVT BIG involves intensive, one-on-one therapy sessions that focus on exercises and functional tasks designed to improve motor control, balance, and overall movement. In essence, LSVT offers a structured, intensive approach to therapy that can significantly improve quality of life for individuals with neurological conditions by enhancing their ability to communicate and move effectively.
Learn more about the LSVT programs below:
Certified by the Parkinson's and Movement Disorder Alliance
SEM Haven is a certified Parkinson's provider through the Parkinson's and Movement Disorder Alliance.