News and Resources

BrightStar Care of Naples/Ft. Myers has a YouTube Channel! Explore the many series and special guest interviews that offer insight into caring for your elderly loved one.

 In seniors, some common neurological disorders include Multiple Sclerosis, stroke, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease and neuropathy. There isn’t a cure for all neurological disorders but there are treatments and life modifications that can be implemented in order to manage the condition and enable older people to live a more normal and fulfilling life.

Seniors often neglect to take care of common health issues that are inevitable as we age. Learn what the top five comditions are and what you can do to help.

Elderly often suffer from chronic and terminal illnesses which can be devastating for both family and patient.  Learn the main difference betwween palliative and hospice care -  two alternatives for these kinds of cases.

How to Talk to a Loved One with Breast Cancer

Grappling with a new diagnosis in an elderly loved one can be especially daunting, and sometimes family and friends find it difficult to talk about the cancer to their loved one. Learn how to talk with your elder when they are diagnosed with cancer.
 

Did you know? According to the CDC,  people over 70 are at higher risk of being diagnosed with a new cancer and in the state of Florida, the rate of cancer is nearly 3% higher than the national average. Learn about ways to care for an elderly loved one fighting cancer.

In this month's issue, we focus on managing mental health of older adults, as May is national mental health awareness month.

Learn about ways to help your loved one manage mental illness.

Fox News 4 recently interviewed Susan Nimnuan, Vice President of BrightStar Care of Naples & Ft. Meyers, about how in-home care can help you get back qualtiy time with your family.