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Caring for an elderly parent through summer’s intense heat requires special considerations. This is due largely to the potential for heat stroke and heat exhaustion, which affect adults over 65...

We all enjoy engaging in fun summer activities, and seniors are no exception. Of course, heading outdoors with a parent who may require special food or medicines takes a little planning. Below, we...

Tips for Planning Fun Summer Activities for Portland Seniors We all enjoy engaging in fun summer activities, and seniors are no exception. Of course, heading outdoors with a parent who may require...

Activities for the Portland Senior with Alzheimer's Alzheimer's and the Portland Senior: Activities for Everyone Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia are progressive...

It’s not uncommon to hear the terms “dementia” and “Alzheimer’s disease” used interchangeably, but the two are quite different. Dementia is a general term for a severe loss of memory and other...

Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 47 million people worldwide, and that number continues to grow. Experts estimate 76 million people will suffer from the degenerative cognitive disease by 2030...

Whether or not you have a loved one living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, chances are you’re aware of the devastating effects of these diseases. Indeed, with more than 47...

Keeping Portland Seniors Safe Portland Seniors Stay Safe In-home care offers senior citizens the best of both worlds: independence and customizable, personal attention. It’s no wonder then...

Employment Opportunity: BrightStar Care of Portland is seekign to fill Registered Nurses/RNs jobs. Open Position for RN in Portland and surrounding areas Join a leader in the home health care...

About 90% of seniors plan to live in their current homes for the next 5 to 10 years, according to the United States of Aging Survey. BankRate.com recently published an article exploring senior...