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Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia are progressive illnesses. It’s understandable then that when a loved one receives an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, many families respond with an urgent...

It’s not uncommon to hear the terms “dementia” and “Alzheimer’s disease” used interchangeably, but the two are quite different. Dementia is a general term for a severe loss of memory and other...

When looking to become a personal caregiver (or to hire one), it is important to know what makes a good caregiver. Even more important is knowing what makes a good one, great. The position you...

Whether you are a newborn or a senior pushing 100 years, sleep is one of the most important activities we do everyday. We all know the line, “you need to get 8 hours of sleep every night,” but...

Whether or not you have a loved one living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, chances are you’re aware of the devastating effects of these diseases. Indeed, with more than 47 million...

In-home care offers senior citizens the best of both worlds: independence and customizable, personal attention. It’s no wonder then that it’s become an increasingly popular option. With this in...

We are thrilled to announce that we’ve received the Best of Home Care Employer of Choice Award from Home Care Pulse. Only the nation’s top-ranking home care providers earn this...

Making the choice to have a caregiver in your home is a big decision, whether it be for an aging family member, someone recovering from a medical procedure, or daily childcare. Doing your homework,...

Healthy Heart: 5 Tips for Healthy Heart LivingLast year, the CDC found that heart disease affects over 26 million Americans. At Brightstar Care of Mid-Missouri, many of the people we serve are...

About 90% of seniors plan to live in their current homes for the next 5 to 10 years, according to the United States of Aging Survey. BankRate.com recently published an article exploring senior...