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    Aging in Place: Growing Older at Home

    March 5, 2024

    Many people want the same things as they get older: to stay in their own homes, to maintain independence for as long as possible, and to turn to family and friends for help when needed. Staying in...

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    12 Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease

    January 23, 2024

    EspañolAlzheimer’s disease affects millions of Americans and is a leading cause of death in the United States. It’s important to distinguish the facts from the myths about Alzheimer...

  • Top 10 Tips For Caring For Older Adults
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    Top 10 Tips For Caring For Older Adults

    January 9, 2024

    The creeping prevalence of aging societies isn’t just a challenge for national governments, policymakers, and healthcare providers to solve. It affects everyone who has, or will have, an...

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    Taking an aging parent to the doctor? 10 helpful tips

    December 26, 2023

    When you take an aging parent to a medical appointment, you wind up playing many roles. Suddenly you're not just a concerned family member, but also a caregiver and a medical advocate. Our tips...

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    Alzheimer’s caregiving

    December 6, 2023

    Activities To Do With a Family Member or Friend Who Has Alzheimer’s DiseaseFind suggestions for activities that family members and friends can do with their loved one's with Alzheimer'...

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    When Do Family Caregivers Need Respite Care?

    Family caregivers who are constantly on call or helping loved ones from dawn to dusk rarely find time to take a break. Caregivers can cite the list of things they do every day, but few prioritize...

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    Paranoia in the Elderly

    December 10, 2021

    Paranoia in the Elderly One of the most alarming conditions a senior can develop is paranoia, a mental state characterized by persistent fears, worries, and accusations that often strike loved...

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    10 Elderly Bathroom Safety Tips to Prevent Falls and Injuries

    November 19, 2021

    When it comes to preventing falls and injuries in the home, the bathroom is the most important place to make changes. Adults ages 65 and older have the highest risk of injury from bathroom falls...

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    Navigating Holidays When Loved Ones Need Care – BrightStar Care

    November 19, 2021

    Thoughts of the holiday season may have you dreaming of sugar plums and family gatherings for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa. But what about navigating holidays throughout the year...

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    What You Should Know About Shingles in the Elderly

    November 3, 2021

    Did you have chickenpox as a child? You might remember how itchy and painful they were. One in three American adults will experience that same virus again in their lives. It’s called &ldquo...