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Occupational therapy (OT) plays a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with Alzheimer's disease. This progressive neurological disorder significantly impacts daily...

September marks World Alzheimer's Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and challenging the stigma associated with Alzheimer’s and dementia. As the world joins together in...

Embarking on a journey to create lasting memories through sensory activities for individuals with dementia is a profound and transformative experience. In this blog, we delve into the world of...

Living with dementia presents unique challenges for people and their caregivers. But it doesn't have to be a joyless experience; many activities can provide stimulation, help maintain motor...

By Sharon Roth Maguire, MS, RN, GNP-BC Chief Clinical Quality Officer, BrightStar Care People with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia may take multiple medications. And because the risk of...

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...

For families with Alzheimer’s, celebrating the holidays can require a little extra effort. You want to involve your loved one living with dementia in holiday events, but you want to do it in a way...

As part of National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, BrightStar Care is sharing stories, with permission, that showcase real, personal stories of connections between clients, family care partners, and...

Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 47 million people worldwide, and that number continues to grow. Experts estimate 76 million people will suffer from the degenerative cognitive disease by 2030...

It’s a rare individual who doesn’t appreciate music. Chances are, your parent or grandparent enjoys it—and you do, too. Take advantage of one of the few truly universal pastimes that transcends all...