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Winter Safety Checklist for Children with Disabilities
Winter in TampaIn Tampa, we don’t tend to think much about winter preparation. The average temperature still hovers around 70 degrees in the winter months, and when we do get cool days, the...
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Safety First! Don’t Let Snack Time Become a Safety Hazard
There are so many new things in a young child’s life and food is one of them. There are new textures, smells, flavors, and tastes to explore with food. Excitement can build as the newness of...
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First Time Receiving In-Home Care? Here’s What to Expect
Deciding on a CaregiverAs more and more older people are choosing to age in place, the challenge of caring for them often falls to younger relatives. If you are in that position, even if you are...
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How Pediatric Skilled Nursing Care Can Help Your Family
Skilled Nursing Care is Not Just for Older AdultsWhen you think of in-home health care, you probably think of older people. This is not the only application for skilled nursing care, though...
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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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Paranoia in the Elderly
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...
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10 Elderly Bathroom Safety Tips to Prevent Falls and Injuries
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...
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Navigating Holidays When Loved Ones Need Care – BrightStar Care
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...
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What You Should Know About Shingles in the Elderly
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...
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Taking a road trip with aging parents: 5 ways to prepare
Traveling with seniors presents unique challenges you may not be used to when traveling by yourself or with peers. Taking a road trip with your aging parents can be stressful but rewarding and is...