BrightStar Care nurse checking blood pressure of client

News and Resources

Get the latest news about our agency as well as helpful resources to guide your caregiving journey.

Showing 10 of 128
  • Blog

    Father’s Day Tribute

    June 16, 2023

    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...

  • Blog

    Behind Memorial Day

    May 26, 2023

    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...

  • Blog

    Mothers Day Blog

    May 12, 2023

    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...

  • Blog

    When Do Family Caregivers Need Respite Care?

    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...

  • Blog

    Millennials: A younger generation caring for elderly loved ones

    January 6, 2022

    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...

  • Blog

    Paranoia in the Elderly

    December 10, 2021

    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...

  • Blog

    10 Elderly Bathroom Safety Tips to Prevent Falls and Injuries

    November 19, 2021

    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...

  • Blog

    Sleep Struggles? Natural Solutions for Seniors

    November 19, 2021

    A good night’s sleep is essential for optimal mental and physical health, no matter your age. Still, the health conditions, medications, and changes in sleep patterns that often come with age...

  • Blog

    Navigating Holidays When Loved Ones Need Care – BrightStar Care

    November 19, 2021

    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...

  • Blog

    What You Should Know About Shingles in the Elderly

    November 3, 2021

    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...