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It is fantastic that you are considering moving to be closer to your grandmother and mother. I use to live in New Mexico and my husband and I decided to move to Orlando, FL to help my parents. My mother says that it has been a HUGE success for her having me near her. At the very least I have been an emotional and moral support for her. And since I have access to the internet my parents have gained alot from my searches. So much so that my mother had a pallidotomy three weeks ago and is responding beautifully. Just six months ago when I first moved here my parents were convinced that nothing could be done to alleviate my mother's suffering. And look where she is now. She has a fresh outlook and is ansy for another operation to alleviate her other side. Teresa, Daughter of Mama (57/43/38) -----Original Message----- From: Parkinson's Information Exchange [mailto:[log in to unmask]]On Behalf Of Shook, Cynthia (CR) Sent: Monday, June 07, 1999 10:52 AM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Help! What do I expect! My grandmother (83) has recently been diagnosed with possible Parkinson's disease. My mother is taking her to the Neurologist this next week. I need to find out what to expect and what the best way to care for her is. My mother was handicapped in a car wreck back in 1988 but she can still get around. I have to try and help her care for my grandmother. Grandma has a twitch in her left hand and will sometimes stare vacantly. She has also complained of trouble swallowing but this comes and goes. (Dr.'s checkup showed no problems). She seems to be fairly coherent most of the time and can carry on conversation. She does get confused easily and prefers a set routine. I live about a 30 minute drive from them (thank goodness) but I told my mother that within the next two years it might be better if we tried to find a place where we can build/buy houses that are next to one another so that I (and my family) can continue to help. Am I doing the right thing? I hope this helps any information you can give would be fantastic. Cindy