Delray Beach, FL In-Home Care Blog

January 21st, 2020 FEATURED An Open Letter to Caregivers: From an Outsider’s Perspective in Delray Beach

An Open Letter to Caregivers: From an Outsider’s Perspective in Delray Beach  Dear Caregiver,We see you; and we thank you for all you do — for the big things and the small things.Thank you for recognizing and easing pain; we know...

November 1st, 2019 FEATURED Celebrating Caregivers in Delray Beach!

November is National Family Caregivers (NFC) Month. It is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. Observing NFC raises awareness for family caregiver issues, celebrates the efforts of family caregivers, educates family...

October 2nd, 2019 FEATURED Delray Beach Observes Spina Bifida Awareness Month

National Spina Bifida Awareness Month is an annual designation observed in October.  Because Spina Bifida currently has no cure, all that can be done is management of the symptoms; that is why BrightStar Care® of Delray Beach is committed...

August 14th, 2019 FEATURED Delray Beach Firemen Warn Seniors to “Watch Your Step”

Palm Beach County Firemen Want To Prevent Seniors from Falling in Delray BeachWhen An Elderly Person Falls, Palm Beach County Fire Comes to the  RescuePalm Beach County Fire Rescue has responded to 10,000 fall cases so far this year, and...

July 29th, 2021 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 living facility, so you have invited them to move in...

June 18th, 2021 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 interactions are still the safest way to connect with...

May 28th, 2021 BrightStar Care receives The Joint Commission’s 2021 Enterprise Champion for Quality Award reinforcing commitment to a higher standard of care and clinical quality.

We’re proud to have been awarded The Joint Commission’s 2021 Enterprise Champion for Quality Award, which reinforces our commitment to clinical quality to keep clients safe in their homes and, in some cases, help prevent hospital...

May 21st, 2021 Why Eating a Balanced Diet Can Get You Through the COVID-19 Blues

Eating a balanced diet protects your physical and mental health, and this is especially true during a pandemic. The disruption of COVID-19 has most of us feeling stressed, and when things seem overwhelming, it’s easy to develop anxiety or...

May 13th, 2021 Helping Seniors Living with Alzheimer’s Stay Active During COVID-19

If you are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, it’s important to help your loved one stay active and engaged. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, and when people battling dementia are...

April 19th, 2021 11 Things to know about COVID-19 vaccination program

Now that the COVID-19 vaccination program has begun distributing vaccines, there’s a feeling of hope sweeping the nation. Still, many people are hesitant, because they’re not sure that the vaccine benefits outweigh the risks. Do they...