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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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A Guide to Respite Care and Preventing Family Caregiver Burnout
As your parents or other close relatives age, finding a safe living arrangement for them has become your top priority. Perhaps your loved one is reluctant to move to a nursing home or assisted...
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Cold Weather Concerns for Seniors in Woodbury
Cold Weather Concerns for Seniors in Nassau CountyLearn the Signs and Risks of Elderly Pneumonia North Shore Nassau County Seniors; Be prepared for winter pneumonia season in advance If you...
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Celebrating our 2018 Regional Caregivers of the Year
Each year, it is our honor to celebrate the best of the best Caregivers, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and Home Health Aides (HHAs), throughout the BrightStar Care organization through our...
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Some Forms of Cancer are on the Rise on Long Island
Elevated Incidence of Four Forms of Cancer in Long Island and Nassau CountyDelthia Ricks at Newsday reports that scientists used mapping techniques and statistical analyses to identify three Long...
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Nassau County Saturated From Sunday's Downpour
Several incidents of flash flooding Sunday afternoon in Nassau County caused road closures in several areas.Rain poured down Sunday with 3.42 inches recorded at Long Island MacArthur Airport. Tim...
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Chronic Conditions Effect North Shore Nassau County Seniors
Nassau County Seniors Suffer with Chronic Conditions, but BrightStar Care Can Help! Usually when an older person is diagnosed with a chronic condition, there is an immediate feeling of...
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Eat to End Alzheimer’s Disease in Nassau County
BrightStar Care of North Shore Nassau County is Supporting the Alzheimer’s Association’s The Longest Day On June 21, 2018, which is the longest day of the year and summer solstice...
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North Shore Nassau County Seniors with Sleeping Disorders: North Shore University Health System Can Help
It is common knowledge that good sleep helps to promote good health for North Shore Nassau County seniors. The Sleep Center at NorthShore University HealthSystem is a great resource for seniors to...
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Heart Rate Advice for North Shore Nassau Seniors
Do you know the difference between your heart rate when you are active vs when you are at rest? Do you know what it should be? If you do not, check out your local American Heart Association...