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If you or a loved one relies on a tracheostomy (trach) and ventilator support, you know how crucial it is to keep everything running smoothly. At BrightStar Care, we're all about making this process as straightforward and stress-free as possible. So, let's dive into the best practices for trach vent maintenance and care, ensuring everyone involved can breathe a little easier.
 

As you research in-home care options, you may feel as if you have to choose between high-quality service or friendly, compassionate providers. At BrightStar Home Care, your loved one will receive both.

Occupational Therapy (OT) emerges as a beacon of hope in this scenario, offering innovative and personalized strategies to enhance the quality of life for individuals battling Alzheimer's.
 

Finding care for a senior loved one is overwhelming. You have multiple options to choose from, each with its pros and cons. For many families, palliative care is the answer. This form of care is a common way to ensure seniors receive the best possible quality of life in their later years. Palliative care comes with numerous benefits, from physical health to emotional well-being. Let the experts at BrightStar Care fill you in about this popular approach to care.

Sepsis is a condition that affects the whole body and requires quick action. This life-threatening condition affects at least 1.7 million adults in America every year, and without timely treatment, it can lead to organ failure and sometimes death. To best protect yourself and your family, it's essential to know the common risk factors for sepsis and what treatment options are available. Learn more about this serious condition from the team at BrightStar Care.

A balanced diet plays a crucial role in health and wellness for everyone, but it’s especially essential for older adults. To help your loved one maintain a healthy diet, we partnered with Chef Wade from BrightStar Senior Living of Waunakee, our assisted living and memory care sister brand, to bring you a nutrient-packed meal (including starter and dessert!) your senior loved one will enjoy.

Did you know that nearly 7 million adults in the U.S. over the age of 65 are living with dementia? It's a growing concern for many families, as more than 11 million people in the US are unpaid caregivers for their loved ones. These caregivers provide an estimated 18 billion hours of care each year. If you or a loved one is affected by dementia, there are resources and support available. Educating ourselves about this disease is crucial in offering the best care possible.

Caring for a loved one is no small task. It can be a full-time job that requires constant commitment and support from family members and friends. Fortunately, with 24-hour home care, you can ensure that your loved one is well taken care of without sacrificing quality time with them. Let’s examine the benefits of 24-hour home care.  

Did you know that there are about 38 million people in the United States caring for a loved one? That’s more than 11 percent of the population, and family caregivers provide a total of about 36 billion hours of unpaid care annually. Family caregivers are the backbone of this country’s long-term care system, but 60 percent of them also work, either part-time or full-time, and 30 percent have a child or grandchild living with them.

Pneumonia is a Serious Illness

Did you know that adults over 65 are much more susceptible to pneumonia than those who are younger? It is important for people with elderly loved ones to know how to lower their risk in developing serious illness by helping them get the right kind of care. Pneumonia can be very serious and, in fact, is the most common cause of death in developing countries. It is ranked by the American Lung Association as the eighth leading cause of death in the United States. Each year, about 1.5 million people in the US have to go to the emergency room with pneumonia, and about 55,000 people die from this illness.