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In this blog post, we provide some guidelines on how to do just that: make your home feel safe, secure, comfortable, and enjoyable again from top to bottom!

After undergoing a procedure, post-surgery recovery is one of the most important stages, and ensuring that your loved one receives quality care during this time can make all the difference in their health and well-being. With 24/7 home care, you have peace of mind knowing someone is always available to help with post-operative needs — from administering medications and providing specialized wound care to helping with household chores and daily activities. 

Living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may seem overwhelming, but understanding the importance of taking medications correctly and learning about new therapeutic options can help you take control of your condition. When managed effectively with personalized inhaler therapy, COPD can be well-controlled to improve the overall quality of life and minimize symptoms. In this blog post, we’ll discuss important considerations for inhaler use and explore how optimized pharmacological treatment can reduce the impact this progressive disorder has on day-to-day living.

Eating well not only reduces risk factors of more serious health complications like hypertension and diabetes down the line; but it also improves the quality of life both short-term and long-term. This blog post will discuss strategies on how to create a nutritious diet tailored specifically towards those affected by heart failure while reflecting upon important aspects of long-term physical wellness that should go hand in hand with such lifestyle changes.

Caring for an elderly family member can be extremely rewarding. For the recipient of the care, it provides the opportunity to share life experiences with someone close, deepening the familial relationship while receiving personalized care and attention. However, the family caregiver benefits from the relationship as well. The time spent with a loved one is beneficial for the family caregiver because it affords precious time together and the opportunity to forge a closer relationship. As you care for a loved one, you gain a deeper understanding of that person as well as greater patience in dealing with challenges. You’ll be stretched emotionally and physically in ways that lead to profound personal growth. However, there’s no doubt that all that stretching can be stressful.

For any parent, hiring an at-home pediatric skilled nurse can be a challenge. Finding someone who is qualified and experienced is essential, but finding someone who will be a good fit for your family is equally important. Here are three questions that every parent should ask when hiring a pediatric skilled nurse to come to their home, to help them make the best decision possible.

Occupational therapy has many benefits for patients with Alzheimer's disease. In addition to improving cognitive function and reducing anxiety and depression, occupational therapy can also improve quality of life. Additionally, caregivers can benefit from occupational therapy, as it can help them care for their loved ones more effectively. Consider adding occupational therapy to your treatment plan if you or someone you know has Alzheimer's.

Diabetes can be a difficult condition to manage, especially for seniors. While managing diabetes can sometimes seem overwhelming, it is important to remember that there are various resources and tools available to help improve outcomes. Here are some tips on how seniors can best manage their diabetes and stay as healthy as possible.

Those who are unfamiliar with autism may find it quite confusing. Understanding autism and what it means to be on the autism spectrum can help families and caregivers better understand their loved ones with autism.

This accomplishment further proves how BrightStar Care of Fairfax’s consistent dedication to providing excellent care and quality improvement in the home care industry. To qualify for this award, 10% of the clients and caregivers of BrightStar Care of Fairfax were interviewed monthly by Home Care Pulse.