News and Resources

February is American Heart Month—a time to raise awareness about heart disease and encourage simple steps that support lifelong heart health. At BrightStar Care of The Monterey Peninsula, we...

 Choosing a home care provider is an important decision for families. One way to evaluate quality is whether an agency has achieved Joint Commission Accreditation.The Joint Commission is a...

 When someone you love needs extra support at home—whether it’s help after a hospital stay, ongoing nursing oversight, or day-to-day caregiving—you want a team that’s...

When a loved one starts needing help at home, families often begin with one big question:“Is private pay home care really worth it, or should we wait for Medicaid?” It’s a fair...

 BrightStar Care of The Monterey Peninsula Supports Local Blood Drives at Hilltop Park Center (Feb. 5–6)Hospitals across the U.S. are facing a serious blood shortage—and when...

When a loved one starts needing more help at home, families are surprised by one thing: insurance doesn’t always cover what you actually need. That’s where private pay home care...

Watching a parent’s journey through dementia is a deeply emotional experience. For many families, daytime routines feel like a steady anchor—a way to hold onto predictability. But as...

The holidays bring joy, connection, and plenty of reasons to celebrate. But if you or a loved one is living with a chronic condition—such as diabetes, heart disease, COPD, or arthritis&mdash...

The Most Wonderful (and Busiest) Time of the YearChristmas is a season of joy, family gatherings, twinkling lights, and cherished traditions. From the tree lightings at Cannery Row and Carmel Plaza...

Ever notice that life doesn’t quiet down just because it’s nighttime? Health needs, confusion, pain, and worry don’t run on a 9–5 schedule—and that’s exactly why...