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Are Home Care Agencies Really that Different From Each Other? (Separating Substance from Hype)
The South Bay is home to dozens of home care agencies, including BrightStar Care of Torrance. Many families have watched companies’ commercials on television or heard advertisements on the...
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Home Care Vs. Assisted Living; Have COVID-19 Vaccines Changed the Calculus?
As Americans try to recover from nearly a year of pandemic lockdowns and confusion, many see hope in the latest vaccination efforts. A couple of vaccines are already on the market and have been...
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BrightStar Care of Torrance / Manhattan Beach Receives 2021 Best of Home Care® – Provider of Choice
February 4, 2021FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TORRANCE, CA – BrightStar Care of Torrance / Manhattan Beach...
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Selecting a Home Care Agency Amid Caregiver Shortages (An Important Guide)
Many residents of Torrance and the South Bay have long found shopping for home care services challenging. After all, caregivers are individuals with unique strengths and weaknesses. So, the steps...
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New Considerations for a New Year: Shopping Home Care in 2021
Last year was unprecedented for most Americans, and many people have understandably welcomed 2021 with open arms and cautious optimism. But tumultuous times often result in permanent changes...
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“The Hospital Promised Nurse Visits After Discharge” (Understanding the Limits of “Home Health”)
Industry jargon can be confusing for outsiders, whether the focus is technology, finance, or construction. And when it comes to healthcare, some medical professionals accidentally gloss over...
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Is Your Loved One or Patient Limited in Mobility? (Why Home Care with Nurse Supervision is Critical)
Most large cities and metropolitan areas, such as Torrance and the South Bay region, boast a number of home care agencies that provide caregiver services for seniors and vulnerable populations. But...
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If “Mom” Has Alzheimer’s, Shouldn’t Her Home Care Be Supervised by a Licensed Nurse?
When people think of vulnerable patient populations, they often envision bedbound folks and others with severe physical limitations. And those groups are, in fact, at risk. But seniors with...
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Has Your Loved One Started on Hospice? (Consider Home Care for Extra Support)
South Bay and Beach Cities residents can have trouble navigating all the facets of healthcare, and hospice services are particularly confusing for many. Intended to provide comfort for patients and...
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Living with Spina Bifida (How Communities and Home Care Agencies are Making a Difference!)
Spina Bifida is a disease that affects over 150,000 American children and adults. But despite its prevalence, Spina Bifida has less public awareness than many other medical conditions. Considered...