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Navigating Holidays When Loved Ones Need Care – BrightStar Care
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
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...
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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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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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Treasure Valley 2021 Walk to End Alzheimer's
The 2021 Walk is On Saturday, October 2nd — and you're invited to join in. Schedule of Events:Registration 10 am | Walk Ceremony 11 am | Walk 11:30 amLocation:Julius M. Kleiner...
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The Delta Variant In Boise
Get the Facts and Get Vaccinated The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (IDHW) announced earlier this month that the delta variant is the dominant version of COVID-19 in Idaho. Dr...
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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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Boise In-Home Health Care
Comprehensive In-Home Care and Care Homes in BoiseOur home health care services cover a broad range of services and staffing needs for individuals and families in the Boise area. Here is a summary...