Cider, Conversation and a Holiday Check-In at Ashton Commons
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Cider, Conversation and a Holiday Check-In at Ashton Commons

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November 3, 2026
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There's nothing like a warm cup of apple cider on a crisp fall day. Our BrightStar Care North Hills / Pittsburgh team was proud to host an apple cider social at Ashton Commons in Wexford, where we spent the afternoon sipping cider, sharing stories and getting to know the residents. Thank you to Ashton Commons for opening your doors to us!

Many of our conversations turned to the holidays. Family visits are often when adult children notice changes in an aging parent that are easy to miss over the phone.

5 signs your parent may need help at home

  • Mail and bills are piling up
  • The fridge is nearly empty or full of expired food
  • Medications are being missed or mixed up
  • Unsteadiness, trouble with stairs or bruises they can't explain
  • Pulling back from friends and favorite activities

Noticing a sign or two doesn't mean your parent has to leave home. Often, a few hours of help each week keeps them safe, independent and connected.

In-home care in Wexford and the North Hills

BrightStar Care North Hills / Pittsburgh serves families in Wexford, McCandless, Allison Park, Gibsonia, Sewickley and surrounding communities. A registered nurse (RN) creates and oversees every plan of care, which can include personal care, skilled nursing, dementia care, physical therapy and occupational therapy. We're Joint Commission accredited, care can usually start within 48 hours, and we accept private pay, long-term care insurance, VA benefits and Medicaid waiver.

Noticed something on a holiday visit? Call BrightStar Care North Hills / Pittsburgh at 412-369-5100.