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The Power of Routine: How Consistency Builds Confidence for Older AdultsBlog
The Power of Routine: How Consistency Builds Confidence for Older Adults
A good day often starts the same way. A familiar cup of coffee, the morning news, a quiet moment before the world gets busy. For many older adults, that sense of structure is more than...
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The Hidden Benefits of Companionship CareBlog
The Hidden Benefits of Companionship Care
When people think of home care, they often picture help with things like bathing, meals, or medication reminders. But one of the most powerful parts of care isn’t physical at all. It...
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August Reminder: Immunizations MatterBlog
August Reminder: Immunizations Matter
August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), a time to spotlight that vaccines are not just for kids. They protect people of all ages, especially those whose immune systems are weaker...
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July's Employee of the Month: Marie Jose HoraciusBlog
July's Employee of the Month: Marie Jose Horacius
At BrightStar Care of Hunterdon, we know that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. Every month, we recognize one of our outstanding team members who goes above and beyond for...
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Facing the Rare: What Sarcoma Awareness Month Means for Families in Hunterdon County, New JerseyBlog
Facing the Rare: What Sarcoma Awareness Month Means for Families in Hunterdon County, New Jersey
Most people know the major cancer types—breast, lung, prostate. But few can tell you what sarcoma is, or what it does. That’s exactly why July’s Sarcoma Awareness...
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Teach-and-Train Family Visits: Real Support for Families Caring at Home in Hunterdon CountyBlog
Teach-and-Train Family Visits: Real Support for Families Caring at Home in Hunterdon County
Caring for a loved one at home is more than a routine. It’s a responsibility that can stretch you emotionally, mentally, and physically. Whether you’re helping a parent with memory loss...
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When Vision Changes, So Does Daily Life: Helping Seniors Stay Independent at Home in Hunterdon CountBlog
When Vision Changes, So Does Daily Life: Helping Seniors Stay Independent at Home in Hunterdon Count
Our eyesight shapes how we interact with the world. It’s how we read the mail, recognize a neighbor, or notice an uneven step. For older adults, even small changes in vision can throw off...
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Safe at Home in Hunterdon County: How to Protect Aging Loved Ones During National Safety MonthBlog
Safe at Home in Hunterdon County: How to Protect Aging Loved Ones During National Safety Month
June is National Safety Month, and while it might not get the same buzz as other observances, it should be front and center for families caring for older adults at home. Here in Hunterdon...
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Recognizing and Preventing Elder Abuse: A Community ResponsibilityBlog
Recognizing and Preventing Elder Abuse: A Community Responsibility
June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, and for BrightStar Care of Hunterdon, it marks a time to elevate a conversation that often happens too quietly. Elder abuse is not a rare occurrence. It affects...
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Navigating ALS With Support: In-Home Care For Families In Hunterdon CountyBlog
Navigating ALS With Support: In-Home Care For Families In Hunterdon County
ALS, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive condition that changes lives in profound ways. Each May, ALS Awareness Month offers an opportunity...