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Heart-healthy bowl with diced vegetables, such as tomatoes, carrots, and cucumbersBlog
Tips for Leading a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
There’s never a wrong time to start learning how to improve heart health. Why not start now? Heart health is influenced by a range of factors, some of which you can control and others that...
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Senior man with dementia experiencing paranoia, holding his head in his handsBlog
Dementia and Paranoia: A Guide for Providing Care and Support
Your elderly father is convinced you’ve let a strange, angry man into the house and allowed him to “live in the wall.” Puzzled, you ask him to show you what he means. He takes you...
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Young woman reading to elderly manBlog
The Benefits of 24-Hour Home Care
For many families, the decision of how best to care for aging loved ones is difficult and emotionally challenging. This can be a stressful time for families, who may feel overwhelmed managing care...
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Woman on the phone looking at her credit cardBlog
Elder Care Scam Calls: How to Protect Your Loved Ones From Fraud
Scam calls and texts often target vulnerable older adults, exploiting their trust and financial well-being. If you're someone who provides elder care, scam calls are something to help seniors...
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Heart-healthy Recipe: Lemon Dill Salmon, Couscous and Asparagus with Fresh Strawberry Angel Food Cake
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...
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Senior woman dusts shelves in home during spring cleaningBlog
Spring Cleaning Tips for Seniors
The weather is starting to turn, and it's time for the annual spring cleaning ritual. Whether you’re a senior looking to clear clutter in your home, or you’re the family caregiver...
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Male nurse wearing mask sitting on bench, feeling overwhelmedBlog
Addressing Nurse Burnout in the U.S.
Nursing is among the most rewarding professions in the healthcare industry. However, it can also be taxing on one's mental health. The job requires patience, dedication, compassion and a strong...
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Understanding the 5 Stages of Palliative CareBlog
Understanding the 5 Stages of Palliative Care
When you or a loved one is in pain, it can be difficult to find a clear path forward and find the right care. At BrightStar Care, our team is here to help. Palliative care focuses on minimizing...
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Millennials: A Younger Generation Caring for Elderly Loved OnesBlog
Millennials: A Younger Generation Caring for Elderly Loved Ones
Life is overwhelming. If you're not careful, the stress of balancing a career and free time can take a toll on your quality of life. Many millennial caregivers know this stress all too well as...
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Sepsis in Elderly People: What to Know About Sepsis and Recovery
Sepsis is a condition that affects the whole body and requires quick action. Families with senior loved ones need to understand sepsis so they can react appropriately when faced with the signs of...