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A Guide to Respite Care and Preventing Family Caregiver Burnout
As your parents or other close relatives age, finding a safe living arrangement for them has become your top priority. Perhaps your loved one is reluctant to move to a nursing home or assisted...
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COVID-19 Delta Variant Booster Shot Likely
COVID-19 Delta Variant Booster Shot Is Likely Needed to Ensure Continued Protection in PortlandWill you need a Booster Shot to protect against new coronavirus strains?Reports by major news outlets...
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Staying Connected with Your Senior Loved One in a Virtual World
Humans are social creatures who crave companionship, seek out personal connections, and find solace in shared experiences. The coronavirus pandemic began more than a year ago, and virtual...
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Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month 2021
BrightStar Care of Portland observes Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month as an opportunity to spread the word about and discuss Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Throughout...
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BrightStar Care receives The Joint Commission’s 2021 Enterprise Champion for Quality Award reinforcing commitment to a higher standard of care and clinical quality.
We’re proud to have been awarded The Joint Commission’s 2021 Enterprise Champion for Quality Award, which reinforces our commitment to clinical quality to keep clients safe in their...
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Why Eating a Balanced Diet Can Get You Through the COVID-19 Blues
Eating a balanced diet protects your physical and mental health, and this is especially true during a pandemic. The disruption of COVID-19 has most of us feeling stressed, and when things seem...
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Helping Seniors Living with Alzheimer’s Stay Active During COVID-19
If you are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, it’s important to help your loved one stay active and engaged. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of...
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National Nurses Week 2021
BrightStar Care of Portland Celebrates Our Frontline HeroesDuring National Nurses Week, we recognize all our amazing nurses, but this year, after battling the COVID-19 pandemic, our gratitude for...
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11 Things to know about COVID-19 vaccination program
Now that the COVID-19 vaccination program has begun distributing vaccines, there’s a feeling of hope sweeping the nation. Still, many people are hesitant, because they’re not sure...
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Steps for Caregivers Concerned about COVID-19 Exposure
For those responsible for the care of seniors, the COVID-19 pandemic can be overwhelming. There’s concern not only about their own wellness but about the potential they have to do...