Archive for August, 2012

“The Helping Hand”- an international film

Two engineering students from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology were recently featured in an international documentary film called “The Helping Hand” after they constructed an arm for an 8 year old boy from a small Indiana town. (more…)

5 Tips to Selecting the Best Homecare Provider

Vice President of Quality and Clinical Operations at BrightStar Care®, Sharon Roth Maguire, MS, RN, GNP-BC, was recently featured in Health News Digest. (more…)

Keeping the Faith: How to Remain Hopeful as a Caregiver

It’s only human for us to believe we can overcome illness and delay death. But for family caregivers, however, it isn’t always that simple. For caregivers, their loved one faces a steady medical decline, a life-threatening illness or impending death. It’s important to expect a better tomorrow, whether it’s from a change in your environment or unexpected help. (more…)

WGN’s “Your Money Matters” with Shelly Sun

Yesterday, BrightStar CEO, Shelly Sun, appeared on WGN to offer financial tips to individuals interested in starting their own business. (more…)

Boomers see retirement come and go

As boomers reach the age of retirement many are seeing it pass by. With the downturn in the economy, the housing market hitting bottom, investments being lost, many boomers have found themselves in a financial situation that forces them to continue to work. (more…)

July Stars of the Month

As we head into the middle of August, it’s time to announce our Stars of the month from July! (more…)

Volunteering with Seniors

After coming off of a fantastic event with the first Chicago chapter of GlamourGals, this blog is very timely. (more…)

Eating egg yolks comparable to smoking?

A recent study is claiming that egg yolks can accelerate the buildup of plaque around the heart nearly as quickly as smoking.  (more…)

Glamour Gals comes to Chicago

Yesterday we had the pleasure of attending the first ever Glamour Gals makeover held here in Chicago. (more…)

10 Resources for Family Caregivers and Their Loved Ones with Special Needs

Family caregiving is a challenging commitment in itself and, despite how you may be feeling, you are not alone. (more…)