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Home Health Care will Grow in the SF Bay Area in 2020At BrightStar Care, we believe that caring is more than just a job– it’s a way of life. That’s why our caregivers mean so much more to the people, families, and organizations...

SF City College Will Continue To Offer Classes For Seniors and People With DisabilitiesSan Francisco Mayor assures that Classes for Older Adults were removed from SF City College's spring 2020 schedule as a result of budget cuts, in order to...

What to look for when visiting older relatives and friends during the holidays to determine if they are safe living alone: During the holidays when visiting your aging loved one, and seeing them face-to-face for the first time in months or...

Tips to help SF seniors stay healthy during the holidaysHolidays can be hard on Seniors, but with a few preventative measures and a willingness to change some traditions, seniors can stay healthy and follow their diets, while also having fun with...

What are we doing to prevent Alzheimer’s?Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, according to the White House.   There's a lot to learn about Alzheimer’s and we want to help raise...

Celebrating National Family Caregivers Month in the San Francisco Bay AreaSan Francisco Bay Area family members, friends, and neighbors devote countless hours to providing care to relatives and loved ones every year. During National Family...

Halloween Safety Tips for Older AdultsBefore you answer the bell, it’s imperative that you check the peephole to see who is standing outside your door. If it’s a lone adult, you might want to keep the door closed for the sake of safety...

Celebrate 2019 “Make A Difference Day” in San Francisco and Marin County!Make a Difference Day (MADD) is an encompassing national day dedicated to helping others - a celebration of neighbors helping neighbors. Since 1992, Make A...

We need to be Concerned About How the Bay Area Housing Market Crisis is Impacting SeniorsHousing issues for fixed and low income seniors in the Bay Area are compounding.  Board-and-Care Homes for the Elderly are closing around San Francisco...

Join Us at San Francisco Walk to End Alzheimer'sDon’t miss the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research!  2019 Walk to End Alzheimer's - San Francisco...