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When it comes to nursing, few roles are as deeply personal and impactful as that of a home care nurse. Unlike their hospital-based counterparts, home care nurses spend extended, one-on-one time...

The “After-Sick” Clean-Up   Here in Minnesota, the constant change of weather during this Spring Season can lead to continuation of illnesses like flu, covid, and RSV. If you...

Meal Prepping Tips for Seniors: Simplifying Healthy NutritionAt BrightStar Care of St. Paul, we understand that maintaining a healthy diet is crucial for seniors, but it can sometimes feel like a...

At BrightStar Care of St. Paul, we believe in enriching the lives of our loved ones in every possible way. Caring for someone with dementia or Alzheimer's can be challenging, but incorporating...

Spring Cleaning for a Safe Home Environment Spring is in the Air! It’s an age-old tradition to think about spring cleaning in your home as we enter into warmer, less snowy, weather in...

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...

Paranoia in the Elderly One of the most alarming conditions a senior can develop is paranoia, a mental state characterized by persistent fears, worries, and accusations that often strike loved...

When it comes to preventing falls and injuries in the home, the bathroom is the most important place to make changes. Adults ages 65 and older have the highest risk of injury from bathroom falls...

Thoughts of the holiday season may have you dreaming of sugar plums and family gatherings for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa. But what about navigating holidays throughout the year...

Did you have chickenpox as a child? You might remember how itchy and painful they were. One in three American adults will experience that same virus again in their lives. It’s called &ldquo...