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September 4, 2025

Standing Together for Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in South Brooklyn & the Upper East Side

September is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the millions of families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Here in South Brooklyn and Manhattan’s Upper East Side, many families are navigating the daily challenges of memory loss, caregiving stress, and the emotional weight that comes with this diagnosis. At BrightStar Care – South Brooklyn/Upper East Side, we are here to help ease that burden with compassionate, clinically guided in-home care and trusted community partnerships.


The Importance of Awareness

Alzheimer’s is more than memory loss — it affects independence, communication, and even safety in the home. For caregivers, the journey can feel isolating and exhausting. By raising awareness, we encourage families to seek help earlier and connect with the many resources available across New York City. Awareness also builds empathy in our community, reminding us that no one should face Alzheimer’s alone.


How BrightStar Care Makes a Difference

Our approach combines Registered Nurse oversight with personalized caregiving to meet the unique needs of every client. Services we provide include:

  • Specialized dementia and Alzheimer’s care delivered with patience and dignity

  • Help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation

  • Medication support and safety checks to reduce risks at home

  • Engagement activities to stimulate memory and maintain quality of life

  • Family respite care, giving caregivers the opportunity to rest and recharge

Because our care plans are clinically supervised, we can adjust as needs change, ensuring both safety and peace of mind.


Alzheimer’s Resources for NYC Families

New York City is home to several outstanding organizations offering education, guidance, and support:

  • CaringKind – The Heart of Alzheimer’s Caregiving
     

  • Alzheimer’s Association – NYC Chapter
     

  • NYU Langone Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Dementias Family Support Program
     

  • NYC Department for the Aging (DFTA)
     

This month, consider ways you can make a difference: join the NYC Walk to End Alzheimer’s, share information with neighbors and loved ones, or reach out to a caregiver you know who could use extra support. Small actions ripple outward and create stronger, more compassionate communities.

 

BrightStar Care: Your Partner in Memory Care

At BrightStar Care – South Brooklyn/Upper East Side, we are dedicated to walking beside families every step of the way. Whether you need short-term respite or ongoing dementia support, our team is ready to provide expert, compassionate care at home.

📞 Call us today at 212-430-6862
 

Together, we can honor Alzheimer’s Awareness Month by supporting families, empowering caregivers, and keeping loved ones safe at home.