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The Importance of Senior Socialization
As life expectancy continues to increase, remaining active and socially engaged throughout an entire lifetime is significantly important. Regular interaction with others can stave off feelings of...
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Memories & Connections Campaign for Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
As part of National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, BrightStar Care is sharing stories, with permission, that showcase real, personal stories of connections between clients, family care partners, and...
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10 Fun Halloween Crafts for Seniors
Why should kids have all the fun on Halloween? We’ve created a list of 10 fun and easy Halloween crafts for seniors below. Research shows that crafting fosters mindfulness, eases...
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What Is Alzheimer’s? Five Frequently Asked Questions (Part 2)
Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 47 million people worldwide, and that number continues to grow. Experts estimate 76 million people will suffer from the degenerative cognitive disease by 2030...
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Music Therapy and Activities for Seniors
It’s a rare individual who doesn’t appreciate music. Chances are, your parent or grandparent enjoys it—and you do, too. Take advantage of one of the few truly universal pastimes that transcends all...
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BrightStar Care of NE Orlando Receives 2016 Best of Home Care® Provider of Choice Award
We are thrilled to announce that we’ve received the Best of Home Care Provider of Choice Award from Home Care Pulse. Only the nation’s top-ranking home care providers earn this...
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Elderly Diabetes Symptoms and Prevention FAQ
Diabetes has become one of the most prevalent diseases in the U.S.—nearly 30 million Americans have it.[1] Older adults are especially at risk. As we age, the risk of type 2 diabetes rises, and, as...
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Hearing Loss in Your Elderly Loved One
One of the most difficult areas to address with an aging loved one when providing senior home care in Orlando is the subject of hearing loss. When your father has asked you for the umpteenth time...
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Recognizing the Signs of Dementia
“Mom is forgetting everything these days. She even forgot my birthday!” “Dad got lost driving home last week.” These are comments that we often hear from family members who reach out to...
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Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one out of every five falls results in a serious injury, such as a bone fracture or head injury.[1] We’re all susceptible to falls,...