BrightStar Care Blog

November is National Family Caregivers Month, and we’re celebrating the working family members who put their time, energy, and love into helping their loved ones in need. Caregiver Appreciation Day, which falls on November 13, is the perfect...

In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, BrightStar Care took a look at the most popular family caregiver activities across the country. Based on national search data from Google, yoga with seniors is popular in the Southwest region.Yoga...

A veteran and his family find a loving allyDe-Anna Esquives admittedly has a soft spot for veterans. “They’re fighting for our freedom,” she explains. “They choose to go, and they’re allowing us to live our dreams...

In the three years Jane Walton has been caring for Sandy’s husband, 94-year-old Abraham, she has become an integral part of the couple’s life. Abe has been hospitalized several times in the last few years. His abilities have declined...

Throughout the year, we hear stories of wonderful caregivers making a difference in the lives of their clients across the country. And every year, we have the honor and pleasure of naming four Regional Caregivers of the Year – finalists for...

Most families don’t think about in-home care for a loved one until a major event happens, such as a fall, a stroke, or some other serious injury or condition. In crisis mode, families may rush into a partnership with the first available care...

When caring for an aging parent or family member, there are few things as scary as discovering your loved one has fallen. The aftermath can have a major impact on both you and your family’s life, and you are not alone. According to the...

By Sharon Roth Maguire, MS, RN, GNP-BC Chief Clinical Quality Officer, BrightStar Care As we get older, our activity levels can change, as does our range of motion. Older adults are encouraged to exercise, but what does that look like for someone...

May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Stroke is brain damage caused by a blocked blood vessel or bleeding in the brain. It is the fifth leading cause of death in America and a leading cause of adult disability.Signs of StrokeSymptoms vary widely...

Nursing homes, assisted living communities, and other care centers are not the only solutions for adults, seniors, or a loved one in a recovery program. In-home care services are a suitable alternative for many types of care and support.For...