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Taking a road trip with aging parents: 5 ways to prepare
Traveling with seniors presents unique challenges you may not be used to when traveling by yourself or with peers. Taking a road trip with your aging parents can be stressful but rewarding and is...
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Medication Oversight-Reminders-Administration
Medication Management Services in Richmond, VA Who will administer medication to a patient if a patient can't? Our RN-Led client monitoring and skilled nurses can help. BrightStar...
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Managing Anger & Sundowners Syndrome in Loved Ones With Memory Loss
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia can be physically and emotionally draining, especially when they have behavioral changes caused by their anxiety and confusion. Many...
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5 Reasons to Consider Home Health as a Career
Are you a nurse working in a hospital setting or a person interested in helping others —curious about home health as a career path? For many, the personal reward of helping hospitalized...
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Paying for Home Care with Long-Term Care Insurance
If you or your loved one have long-term care (LTC) insurance, it can help to re-familiarize yourself with your policy before you file a claim to pay for home care services. The basics of...
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Greater Richmond 2021 Walk to end Alzheimer's
The 2021 Walk is On November 6th, 2021 — and you're invited to join in.Schedule of Events:Walk Site Opens at 8:30 a.m. | Promise Garden Ceremony at 9:00 a.m. & 9:30 a.m.| Walk Route...
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The Delta Variant In Richmond
Get the Facts and Get Vaccinated"The Delta variant is here in Virginia, and it is hitting our unvaccinated population especially hard," said State Health Commissioner M. Norman...
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A Guide to Respite Care and Preventing Family Caregiver Burnout
As your parents or other close relatives age, finding a safe living arrangement for them has become your top priority. Perhaps your loved one is reluctant to move to a nursing home or assisted...
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Richmond Seniors and Heat in the Elderly
How Richmond seniors can avoid heat-related illnesses this summerThe Virginia Department of Health (VDH) reports the danger is serious for the elderly this summer. Soaring temperatures, high heat...
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Staying Connected with Your Senior Loved One in a Virtual World
Humans are social creatures who crave companionship, seek out personal connections, and find solace in shared experiences. The coronavirus pandemic began more than a year ago, and virtual...