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Recognizing the Early Signs of Alzheimer'sBlog
Recognizing the Early Signs of Alzheimer's: A Guide for Families in Knoxville and East Tennessee
Most families do not recognize Alzheimer's disease when it first appears. The earliest signs often look like stress, grief, or ordinary forgetfulness, and by the time families connect...
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VA Aid and Attendance Benefits for In-Home Care: A Guide for Veterans in East TennesseeBlog
VA Aid and Attendance Benefits for In-Home Care: A Guide for Veterans in East Tennessee
Most veterans who qualify for the VA's Aid and Attendance pension benefit have never applied for it. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs estimates that millions of eligible veterans...
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Tennessee Memory Disorder Foundation Golf Tournament 2025
BrightStar Care is a proud supporter of the Tennessee Memory Disorder Foundation (TMDF). This was the first year that TMDF put on a Golf Tournament. This tournament was dedicated to...
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RN Oversight
In home care can be concerning for anyone. Questions often arise regarding the supervision of care and services that are going to be provided for the individual(s). Having RN Oversight...
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Your Primary Care Physician & Home Care
Our office staff in Knoxville, TN want to remind all seniors that starting a new year means it is time to make sure that you see your Primary Care Physicians (PCP). Seeing your PCP means that...
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The Importance of Vaccines for Seniors
Several vaccines are important for seniors to get. Some of these apply to everyone while others are specifically for older adults, but they all aim to keep people from getting sick with devastating...
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Senior Companion Fundraiser
The Senior Companion Program is run by The Knoxville-Knox County Office on Aging. This program engages those age 55 years and older in volunteer service to provide companionship and support to...
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BrightStar Care Hurricane Relief
Hurricane Ian was the deadliest hurricane to strike the state of Florida since 1935 and caused widespread damage especially on the Gulf Coast. From this dark event has come incredible...
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Special Caregiver Recognition
There are angels among us. Angels care for all of us who need a little extra help in our lives. Angels help us live comfortably in our homes and talk to us when we are lonely. Angels remind us to...
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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...
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