Cancer, Caregiving, Richmond Seniors, and the Holidays
Richmond Seniors and Caregiving During the Holidays
Holidays are times to be documented and a time for nostalgia and memory making. It is a time when family and friends gather together to celebrate and spend time together. These are times spent that will usually be looked upon lovingly later. When it comes to Richmond seniors who are diagnosed with cancer, the holidays can bring about a mixture of feelings for them as well as their loved ones and caregivers. The caregiver may have added stress with the planning of responsibilities, all while not wanting to be overbearing so that all can enjoy making memories. While more challenging, it is still possible for one to enjoy the holidays even while struggling with a tough medical diagnosis and suffering through side effects from medication and treatments.
There are many resources readily available for seniors who are struggling to create happy and lasting memories during the holidays and other special occasions, all the while powering through treatments and the side effects that accompany them. While difficult, it is not impossible to enjoy special family times together while coping with cancer, and the memories that can be made enjoyable will be of comfort to loved ones of Richmond seniors long after they are passed. Also, caregivers of those who are struggling through cancer need to and can find ways to take time for themselves during the holidays. Through support groups, therapy, and various reading materials, this is possible.
BrightStar Care of Richmond provides ‘Transitional Care’ following cancer treatment. This is care provided following hospitalization or cancer treatment. We use an RN-led, team-oriented approach to optimize health and well being and reduce the likelihood of hospital readmission.
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BrightStar Care of Richmond proudly provides Home Care and Support for Seniors, including 24 hour in home care, and support in independent and assisted living communities. We provide all levels of home care from companion services to Skilled Nursing. Medical Staffing, Home care, In-Home Skilled Nursing, In-Home Physical Therapy for pediatric, adult and geriatric patients, Companion and Personal Care for Elders with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. We also provide Home Child Care, Sitter and Nanny services for Children and Support for New Mothers. We Support Veterans as a partner of the VA/Veterans administration provider network and are a Home Care Provider for U.S. Department of Labor, Division of Energy Employees and Occupational Illness Compensation. We Accept most Long Term Care Insurance benefits, provide Hospice care, Live-in care, CNA, Caregiver, RN, LPN, RN Supervision, Compassionate Care, and Compatibility Guarantees. We are an ALS Society partner, Alzheimer Association member, and provide care for developmentally disabled and individuals of all ages with mental health and behavioral health diagnosis. Other services include safe discharge and transportation from the hospital or rehab facility, Post Op care both short and long term, Pre-Operation and preparation help and assistance, and client monitoring for out of town family members. Proudly serving Richmond, Henrico, Hanover, Chesterfield, and Goochland, including West End, Midlothian, Oilville, Montpelier, State Farm, Rockville, Manakin Sabot, Maidens, Glen Allen, Powhatan, Ashland, Crozier, Chester, Colonial Heights and Petersburg in Virginia.