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Celebrating July 4th with seniors can be a special and meaningful experience, honoring their wisdom and contribution to the community. Here are some ways to make the day memorable for them:Themed...

What is Memorial Day? Memorial Day stands as a solemn and significant day of remembrance, dedicated to honoring the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation....

Nestled along the shores of the Chesapeake Bay in Virginia Beach, First Landing State Park offers seniors a tranquil retreat amidst nature's beauty. With its diverse landscapes, rich history...

Usually, Valentine's Day is a time to do something extra for your loved ones--family and friends--to show they are loved. But for some seniors, it can be a day of heartache and sadness as they...

January can not only bring a lot of beautiful snow, but also slippery ice and freezing temperatures. Whether you live up north where it easily drops below zero, or down south where it can cool down...

A new year means it’s time for a fresh start. It’s time to grab the reins on the things we’ve all been saying we are going to get around to doing but haven’t yet. When you have an aging loved one...

New Year’s Eve typically gets associated with staying up late and going to big, raucous parties—not exactly the ideal activities for seniors. That doesn’t mean that you and your elderly loved one...

November was Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and much was talked about. BrightStar Care’s very own dementia care expert and Chief Clinical Quality Officer Sharon Roth Maguire, MS, RN, GNP-BC, and care...

Picture the typical holiday table and you’ll likely envision an abundant spread of stuffing, turkey, latkes, and pies. Now imagine navigating all that and trying to stick to a low-sodium, low-fat...

The holidays are a special time of the year when all generations keep gather together under one roof. Make that time as enjoyable and stress-free as possible by making your home a safer space for...