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Traveling with a senior: here are 3 steps you can take to assure your family vacations go smoothly
Traveling with seniors can be challenging, but with a little extra planning, you can make sure your family vacations go smoothly. Here are three steps you can take to assure that everyone, of all...
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Combatting Caregiver Fatigue
Taking care of someone else can be a demanding and exhausting job, whether it’s a family member or a professional caregiver. Caregiver fatigue is a common experience that can result in...
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Preparing the Home for Home Care
Getting in-home care assistance can be one of the most important things we do to ensure that the seniors in our families have the attention and support that they need. However, we know that the...
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At Home 4th of July Activities for Seniors
Wondering how to make the most of America’s Independence Day with your elderly loved one? The 4th of July is a great time to get patriotic and there’s no reason seniors have to miss out on the...
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When Do Family Caregivers Need Respite Care?
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...
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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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Celebrating our 2018 Regional Caregivers of the Year
Each year, it is our honor to celebrate the best of the best Caregivers, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and Home Health Aides (HHAs), throughout the BrightStar Care organization through our...
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Tips for Supporting Family Caregivers
Are you or is someone you know one of the more than 50 million Americans providing care for a loved one? If so, then you might also fall into the "sandwich generation," those family [caregiver]s...