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As the winter chill begins to fade away and nature awakens with the arrival of spring, it's the perfect time to focus on wellness and rejuvenation, especially for seniors. At our homecare...

Navigating Inclement Conditions  As the winter season sets in, it's crucial for senior citizens to take extra precautions to ensure their safety in inclement weather conditions. Snow, ice,...

Introduction:At BrightStar, the well-being of our clients is paramount. Today, we delve into a significant concern that particularly impacts the elderly—polypharmacy. In this post, we unravel...

Understanding Prostate Cancer:Prostate cancer involves the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the prostate gland. Although the exact causes are unknown, certain risk factors have been...

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...

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...