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A home is filled with memories and a comforting sense of familiarity. As people age, many feel strongly about being able to age at home rather than moving into an assisted living or adult community...

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, a time to raise support and awareness for the disease. You may not be aware that purple is the color of Alzheimer’s Awareness. Here are...

Aging in Place Can Mean Leaning on Loved OnesAs people grow older, they often experience a decline in health that makes them rely on others more heavily than they have before. The Boomer generation...

A Crossroad for Older AdultsIf you have a loved one who is getting older, you may be coming to a place where a decision will have to be made about care. Many older adults want to live independently...

Caring for a Loved OneIf you find yourself in the position of acting as an unpaid caregiver for a loved one who is aging or disabled, you are not alone. In fact, there are about 54 million people...

The Caregiver DecisionIf you are the primary caregiver for an aging loved one, you may hear from family and friends, or even a doctor, that you should hire some help. Having a caregiver come to the...

Growing old within the comforts of your own home is a desire for most people. With many at-home options to consider, don’t be so quick to rule the possibility out. Look deeper into which kind...

Alzheimer's Makes Communication Challenging Alzheimer’s disease brings many challenges with it, and if your loved one has Alzheimer’s, you may find it difficult to communicate....

Honoured Year After YearWhat is the true measure of success? At BrightStar, we believe that our success comes from knowing that we have made a difference in the lives of our clients and their...

Music is a universal language that triggers emotions even when you may not expect it to. The sound of a familiar tune may send your feet tapping, your body dancing, and memories returning. In-home...