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Team, Edith, one of our beloved CNAs, recently had surgery. Every day since she started her journey at Brightstar over 12 years ago, she has shown both commitment and heartfelt care for her...

Congratulations to our June Employee of the month Alexandra Kurza! She is currently one of our caregivers but completed her BSN this past March. Having been born and raised in Carol Stream with her...

By: Kopi Unique   Being is healthcare is not for the weak. It actually requires caring because you will always come across a patient that wants to talk, one that starts asking questions or...

Sad but true that 80% of Americans grow up without a father in their life. The impact of that can be detrimental to a child’s development as well as the way he lives as a man. The latest...

Memorial Day, originally Decoration Day until 1967. It was to decorate the graves of those that have died for this country with flowers, wreaths, and flags. May was chosen because of the flowers...

Motherhood is certainly one of life's greatest gifts and a role that deserves much praise and recognition. It's admirable to think about how each generation builds upon the foundations that...

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...

The Baby Boomer generation currently ranges in age from their mid-50s to mid-70s. As this population gets older, a growing number of Millennials (currently 25 to 40 years old) are assuming the role...

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...

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...