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The Joys of Friendship in Caregiving: The Heartwarming Story of Jayne and Doris
It is a beautiful thing to see friendships grow in unexpected ways. Jayne met Doris on the first week of March with the intent of helping her get through her days by assisting her in tasks she can’t do on her own: laundry, vacuuming, and most importantly, gardening. This is not just a story of excellent caregiving, but this is also a story of a friendship that flourished organically throughout time. BrightStar Care is proud to recognize Jayne as the 2022 BrightStar Care® Caregiver of the Year for the Northeast Region.
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The Caregiver's Approach to Parkinson's Disease
As a neurological disorder, Parkinson's affects movement, balance, coordination, and speech. The disease is most commonly diagnosed in people over 50, but it can occur at any age. While Parkinson's Disease has no known cure, treatments are available to help manage its symptoms. It is essential for caregivers to understand Parkinson's disease and how to provide support to their loved ones. Throughout this blog post, we will explore the different ways caregivers can help patients with Parkinson's Disease live fuller lives.
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5 Essential Skills of a Pediatric Nurse: What It Takes to Care for Children
If you're passionate about caring for children, being a pediatric nurse is the perfect career for you! They are responsible for assessing and managing the health of their young patients. To become a pediatric nurse, you must possess certain essential skills. In this blog post, we will discuss five of the most important skills that every pediatric nurse should have!
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Taking Care of Adults with Autism: A Guide for Caregivers
Those that aren't familiar with the spectrum of autism may find it quite difficult to comprehend. Caretakers and family members can better understand what their autistic loved one is experiencing by understanding what autism is and what it means to be part of the autism spectrum.
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