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Caregiver helping an aging adult with her evening routine as daylight fades, providing dementia and sundowning support at home.Blog
Halloween, Daylight Saving Time & Dementia: 6 Tips for Santa Barbara County Families
Halloween brings costumes, decorations, and unexpected visitors. But for families caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia, changes in familiar surroundings and...
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BrightStar Care team participating in the Santa Barbara Walk to End Alzheimer’sBlog
The Walk to End Alzheimer’s: Supporting Families Beyond Walk Day
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia can become overwhelming.A spouse or adult child may begin by helping with meals, appointments, or errands. Over time, that can...
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Older adult preparing a meal with an in-home caregiver in Santa Barbara and West Ventura CountyBlog
7 Signs Your Loved One May Need In-Home Care
Recognizing when an aging parent or loved one needs extra help at home is not always easy. Changes often happen gradually. Meals get skipped, household tasks pile up, or everyday activities become...
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Happy Thanksgiving from BrightStar Care of Santa Barbara County
Wishing Everyone a Wonderful ThanksgivingAs we approach this season of gratitude, we want to extend heartfelt thanks to our remarkable staff, faithful clients, and everyone in between. Your hard...
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Sun Safety for SeniorsBlog
Sun Safety for Everyone
Stay Sun-Safe with These Sun Safety Tips Summer is in full swing and with it comes the long-awaited sunshine. While the sun can provide many benefits, it can also be detrimental to our health...
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Routine for SeniorsBlog
Benefits of Maintaining Routine as We Age
As we age, maintaining good health and well-being becomes paramount. Establishing routines can have a profound impact on various aspects of seniors' lives in areas such as nutrition, medication...
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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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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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Healthy Cooking for Seniors in the West
In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, BrightStar Care took a look at the most popular family caregiver activities across the country. Based on national search data from Google, cooking with...