BrightStar Care Morris County

  • 14 Ridgedale Avenue , Suite 208, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
  • (973) 898-0800
  • 4.6 ( 100 reviews )
  • Home Care

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4.6 ( 100 Reviews )
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Yvonne N
February 13, 2023
They took good care of my husband. They supplied the correct amount of information and set things up well.
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Greg C_5
February 07, 2023
They just got us through the transition and explaining everything. We were overwhelmed at first. They had a good reputation and recommendations from healthcare professionals. They are very professional. The home workers and nurses are compassionate, understanding and easy to work with. It was very helpful.
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Ellyn J
February 02, 2023
They allow me to take a shower, I can't do that alone. The caregiver is reliable and gentle.
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Howard G_5
January 11, 2023
They've helped most by taking care of my wife so I don't have to. I like how they're responsive and the caregiver is good.
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Ingrid M_2
January 09, 2023
They make breakfast and provide companion care. I like the agency because they are professional.
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Anonymous_6802
December 13, 2022
It allowed us to have more quality time with him not just worry about him. We didn't get high quality nurses or anything, just hard workers.
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Anonymous_6773
December 05, 2022
They told us they would sit down and do a puzzle or whatever, but the first 2 aides wouldn't do that although the one now is doing those things. It would be nice if they gave us a bit of a background and information about the aide that is coming beyond just their name.
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Jason_1
November 08, 2022
The caregiver helped the most by being attentive, caring for the client's physical needs, caring for the family members emotional needs, and being very respectful. We loved the home health aide, Paulina. She was amazing.
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Sharon S_27
September 28, 2022
I have ease of mind that my mother is taken care of while I'm working. They provide a high quality of care at a budget-friendly price.
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Lauren _2
September 07, 2022
They've made my life a bit easier by allowing me time to sleep. I like that they're reliable.
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Anonymous_6408
August 22, 2022
The woman they sent was really good. Everybody was easy to deal with.
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Dina C
August 04, 2022
It has been helpful, I think they are doing the best they can. Initially, we had people come late or not at all. The consistence of the nurses has been lacking.
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Maria M_22
August 02, 2022
They have helped with daily care and ensuring that I would like them to give clearer instructions to the aide about the care of the client.
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Anonymous_6325
July 20, 2022
I couldn't do anything without help. BrightStar Care was very attentive.
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Ilona K
July 13, 2022
It was made positive because the caregiver was very strong and loving, she was an angel. I like that they gave me the best person to be my mother's aide.
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Karen P_19
June 15, 2022
The caregiver from BrightStar Care did an excellent job for the two nights he was here. Everything he did and his whole demeanor, empathy, and helpfulness we appreciated. I would highly recommend BrightStar Care based on the aide they sent out and the woman who was in charge of the agency.
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Greg M_2
June 09, 2022
They keep us informed of any changes via email. I like that they are available to get a different aide if ours is absent.
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Anonymous_6028
May 19, 2022
They kept him comfortable. I like that they were very quick about getting back to me. They gave us continuity of care.
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Scott M_11
May 04, 2022
They have helped the most by providing good people. I like that they communicate well and have sent good people.
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Joe _2
April 23, 2022
They have made my experience positive by providing the caregiver. The person they sent is excellent.
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Anonymous_5991
April 15, 2022
I needed a lot of help and they provided that. The caregiver was courteous. My caregiver was late all the time and there were a few times she didn't show up.
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Mary A_68
March 08, 2022
I would not have been able to sleep without them. We gave them less than a 12 hours' notice and they accommodated us.
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Chris Y
February 25, 2022
They were present and helped her bathe, dress, and transferred her from one spot to another. I like that they are responsive. The caregivers are really good.
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AnnMarie G
February 22, 2022
It is me that is having a problem. The have good listening qualities.
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Cathy M_10
December 07, 2021
They take care of my mom in a way that we can trust. The caregivers are amazing at her job.
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Brian_2
The services were very helpful while the client had it. The caregivers helped the most with just being there to help the client with meal prep. I liked that they were able to work to get somebody in the home pretty quickly.
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Anonymous_4782
November 22, 2021
The caregivers have helped by helping the client with when he needs to stand up, walk, sit on the toilet, and actually go to the toilet. Those are the most important things because I am unable to lift him. I like that they usually get somebody qualified to come here.
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Steve R_11
November 03, 2021
They caregivers are here 24/7. They are good at finding coverage.
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Mark P_7
September 07, 2021
It was excellent, across the board. It mostly helped my dad, because I live 45-minutes away. If someone was in the same situation as me, I would tell them to call BrightStar. We had gotten a recommendation from the social worker. I called BrightStar at 10:30pm, and the process was seamless. We got care the next day.
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Jenny M_2
July 13, 2021
They helped Kathy by staying with her over night. The person I spoke to actually went out to my mom's facility to see what her needs were and what goals were.
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Maryanne F
July 09, 2021
We were able to get sleep while they assisted Michael in the middle of the night. They were accommodating.
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Allen G_6
June 19, 2021
The agency is helpful by giving me a peace of mind and allowing us to go to work. I like that they give me good information, they answer all my questions, and they provide good quality of care.
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Joanne F_3
June 02, 2021
We could not have existed at home at the time without them taking care of the client. We were thrilled with the caregiver, and with how quickly they responded to our needs.
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Anonymous_4768
May 14, 2021
They need to make sure there is coverage. She was bed bound so if there is someone not there in the morning she can't help herself. There needs more communication because they didn't tell me that there was not going to be someone there to help her. They need to do better with the schedule.
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Christopher G_6
April 26, 2021
My mother lives alone, and I appreciate that there is someone there to watch over her. They are dependable and reliable.
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Katherine C_4
April 22, 2021
Someone had to be with him 24 hours a day. He had to be fed, changed, and moved, There were supposed to find me someone else but never did.
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Jessica V_1
April 15, 2021
They send good aides. I can't get along with out them. They get the aides when I need them.
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Joseph H_11
March 25, 2021
The representative was very in-tune with what I needed. I like that they are prompt to meet my needs.
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Lewis_1
March 25, 2021
They could be more available. They have been very prompt.
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Rita and Ruth
March 11, 2021
Our Dad is in need of assistance for 5 hours at home in the morning. Called BrightStar and within a day or 2 the staff was able to find a caregiver for our Dad during COVID. His caregiver is wonderful. She takes such good care of him with his needs, concerns, extremely pleasant to work with and can’t say enough! The staff at BrightStar are right there helping you find your needs for your loved one at any given time. I would definitely recommend BrightStar!
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Sloth
March 04, 2021
Brightstar has been a lifesaver for me in taking care of my mom with dementia. Since I work full time and cannot always be with her, they have given me peace of mind and reassurance that she is in good hands. Great communication from the agency.
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Anonymous_4521
February 19, 2021
They could find a stable caregiver. I would like fewer caregivers to come every week. Consistency would be nice. I like the open communication they have.
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Katherine_1
February 10, 2021
The caregivers help take care of my dad. They bathe and dress him. They are able to help my mom with her dementia. This agency has more staff available during COVID-19.
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Thomas P_7
January 08, 2021
I would not have been able to leave the house without them there. I have already recommended them. They are responsive and listen to my issues and follow up accordingly.
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Susan L_22
January 07, 2021
They did his daily chores and they motivated him. They are very responsive.
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Teresa E_2
December 15, 2020
They were a lifesaver for me, and they were great with my dad. They were able to help me at a moment's notice. They were easy to work with.
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Bright H_1
It depends on who is there. Some are amazing that we love. Now that we switched to half day there are less people available. There were a few times we were not able to receive care. I would like that improved.
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Danielle V
November 10, 2020
They are very attentive to details. They are good at what they do and help you through the process.
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Karen R_10
October 15, 2020
This has nothing to do with the agency but rather about Enka. They prepare meals and they give her showers. They have been very good about checking in and billing regularly.
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Kathi Greene
September 28, 2020
BrightStar provides part time care for my invalid mother. The staff provide quick responses to questions and concerns; they always meet our needs. My mother is provided with a caring, competent, considerate, and trustworthy caregiver who is delightful to be around. She arrives on time and if she is unable to come BrightStar staff inform us in a timely manner and provide a suitable substitutes. It give us great comfort knowing that our mother is in excellent hands with her BrightStar Caregiver and I am grateful for the service that we get from them. I think that BrightStar provides excellent value for the cost and I have recommended BrightStar to friends and will continue to highly recommend BrightStar to others who need a caregiver.
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Jose S
September 11, 2020
The most helpful part of the services is the agency being able to provide knowledgeable nurses. I like that the agency is able to find nurses to fill in when my regular nurses aren't available.
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Glen L
August 17, 2020
He was not cognitive for the most part but what Nana did made him very comfortable. They were rather quick and prompt at getting back to me and getting the support that we needed.
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Mary G_22
August 10, 2020
They made her feel comfortable and made sure I knew someone was there for her. They are available and very reliable. They would get back to me right away. BrightStar Care researched what they needed to do and then provided it.
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Lisa &
The most helpful part of the care was the bathroom care and changing her to keep her clean. They gave excellent care and if we had a situation where we weren't happy about the care from a caregiver, they were accommodating in a professional way.
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Kellie_1
July 10, 2020
They go above and beyond. They are personal.
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George K_10
June 17, 2020
They help with my medications. I like the way they assign the aides and permit the client to change the schedule when needed.
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Patrice H
June 09, 2020
It varies from aide to aide because some of the aides are more engaged and helpful than others, but I am not there to witness it first hand. They could have more consistent aides coming in so it would be better if they just had two people rotating in.
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Dorothy S_16
May 21, 2020
The caregiver helps with my daily living. They very thorough.
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Bonnie R_2
It depended on the caregivers at the time. The caregiver was there when he passed away, but she didn't noticed that he passed away, until she tried to wake him up for lunch. So I am not blaming her, and I don't know if there was anything more she could've done, but I am just surprised that she didn't notice. I would have thought that someone sitting with them, would have noticed that he stopped breathing. I thought it was important that he had a caregiver there for him while he was in rehab. I was really happy with the communication from the coordinator. She had very good communication with me.
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Greg B_1
April 20, 2020
They prepare a meal for her while they are there. They are very responsive to my needs. My mom has been pleased with the aides that come.
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Barry FH
The first caregiver Juan arrived on time. It was arranged by the staff for him to be there until the permanent caregiver arrived. Juan immediately went to work making sure the house was set up and ready for my fathers return from the hospital. Even minor things like wiping down the bedroom, bathroom and rewashing the silverware. My wife was very impressed with his work ethic. When my father arrived Juan took over and got him changed and settled into bed. He stayed until the permanent live in caregiver arrived. Juan showed Eli around and got him up to speed on my fathers condition. The next morning Eli quickly established he knew how to take care of my father. Eli got my father up and unto the commode, emptied the catheter, bathed and dressed my father and brought him out to the living room and into his recliner. Not an easy task, because my father is 6-4 and 200 lbs. Eli was up to the challenge. It’s been 5 days and we couldn’t be happier with Eli’s performance. We are very pleased with the care we’ve had to date and also the support of the staff. We had a live in caregiver for my mother two years ago. One of the major issues with my parents was being able to understand them when the spoke. Both Juan and Eli are very easy to understand, which put my father, as well as us, at ease. We would 100% recommend BrightStar Care to anyone needing home care. Barr FH
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John M_39
March 12, 2020
My mother experienced a very abrupt decline and it was a little hard for her, and I don't think they could have done anything more. I felt that they were not responsive to the complaints.
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Carl R_3
February 11, 2020
They have made it positive because they show up on time and do what I ask and more. I like everything about it, I am very happy with the care and they are very responsive.
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Rosemary K_1
January 16, 2020
My loved one doesn't like the services. He's not a happy man. He gets frightened because he has dementia, but it helps me get sleep. They've been reliable.
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Alice F_1
January 13, 2020
They were able to be there for 24 hours a day. My mom did not have to stay in a nursing home, which was my goal. They were very responsive, and most of the caregivers were very good.
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Joyce M_6
December 17, 2019
They help with household chores, getting around, and getting dressed. They are responsive.
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Lisa W_8
December 13, 2019
It has been helpful in the way they care for my mother and interact with her and the family. I am understanding that there is difficulty with getting caregivers.
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Jean M_3
October 22, 2019
She comes in in the morning 4 days a week, and she sweeps the floor. I have wonderful care with my caregiver here, Addie. She does everything for me.
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Marcie R_1
October 17, 2019
He needed extra supervision, especially at night. I just thought we got a decent service.
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Beatrice P_1
They got the right people for us, and we were happy about that. They were good in the office and answered my phone calls.
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Anonymous_2191
July 23, 2019
She lives with her, so she has allowed her to live as independently as possible in her home. I like the communication.
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Jessica K
July 19, 2019
They need to improve their response time and communication.
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Anonymous_1959
June 28, 2019
They just needed to put more attention and skill in getting her to do the things that needed to be done. I feel like a stronger and more positive caregiver who had experience in dealing with people with memory issues. My concern about BrightStar initially was that I didn't feel that they were a good match for my mother due to her memory issues.
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Anonymous_1950
June 28, 2019
My dad has a catheter and both of the aides were sensitive with helping with that as well as caring for his personal care. They could build a broader and more diverse pool of potential aides.
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Maureen W_2
June 26, 2019
It enables me to go out while they're here watching my husband. They are very helpful, and they have a very nice atmosphere about them. They're doing well.
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Aileen H
May 22, 2019
I have peace of mind knowing someone responsible is there, and that the caregiver is a good person. Everyone has been super professional, polite, and flexible. The caregiver is very nice and patient with my parents.
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Kathi G
May 22, 2019
They have always been able to find us care quickly when we needed it. It is very excellent care. Every person we had is pleasant and makes my mother feel good.
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Jennifer P_3
March 21, 2019
They made it so my parents could take a breather. They were professional. I used BrightStar at a bad time in our life and I didn't have to explain what I wanted or needed for my father. BrightStar Care just picked it up and did it.
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Kevin M_9
March 20, 2019
My mother was bedridden, so having someone here was very crucial. The caregiver that we have is outstanding. If we just had her, I would say they're excellent, but we had a different caregiver for a week that we did not like very much.
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Carl C
March 13, 2019
My loved one is totally dependent on the services. The people are very personable. The aide really engages with my loved one instead of just sitting there.
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Larry P
March 07, 2019
They are nice people. They got her out of the house and helped her to live her life. I would recommend them because they did what we contracted them to do
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Susan J T
February 28, 2019
I needed help after a hospital surgery. The caregiver from Bright Star was excellent. He met me at the hospital then drove me home and stayed until I felt secure being at home alone. I gave the company very little advance notice and they still were able to provide an excellent caregiver. I was very happy the the entire experience and would have no hesitation to use the company again.
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Dennis H_4
January 09, 2019
It just goes back to screening their employees and instructing them on what to do. They could maybe screen their employees. One was very lazy.
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Gerry C_1
November 28, 2018
My husband gets help, but I do not get any help at all. One of the caregivers left some dishes in the sink, she does not wash his clothes, and she does not sweep.
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Marianne V
November 27, 2018
They made my life easier by managing my loved one's care because we were not local. They were very responsive, adaptable, and flexible with us.
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Annette S_1
November 20, 2018
They tried very hard and I know that they would have done anything that I needed them to do for my husband. We had a wonderful young man that came. He was very courteous, kind, and considerate to my husband.
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Anonymous_244
October 25, 2018
It gives us peace of mind for my loved one. They don't need so much help, but it is good to know somebody is there to watch out for them. We're having trouble finding people to cover things. It seems like there aren't enough people sometimes. The only problems we have are with scheduling.
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Joan S_11
August 30, 2018
When the aide is here and I am working, I don't have to worry! They are excellent, patient, and they do a good job matching the aide with the patient.
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Ellen P
August 17, 2018
They have helped me by being very supportive of my needs as they have changed. I would tell them that they have highly responsive staff, and well trained aides.
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Elizabeth M
July 24, 2018
My caregiver is there when I need them, and the agency has been really good. My caregiver is very good, helpful, and smart. They do everything I want them to do quickly. My caregiver is a person I would want to be there when I'm in trouble.
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Amy F
July 10, 2018
Having companionship is the most important. It is very personal from the top down. They are responsive and caring.
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Love never ends
June 29, 2018
From the owner Mark, to all the staff in the office and the caregivers - they are loving caring, helpful and friendly staff. I have been in other agencies near my area in Sparta NJ and by far this has been the best agency I have dealt with After searching for two years to help me care for my loving mother who suffers from Alzeihmers for 7 years now. It has been a blessing in my life to have found them and that they worked earnestly to accommodate my needs with the right caregiver to provide care for my mom. And they were able to provide a staff speaking the same language as my mom who reverted back to her native language. I Thank Mark, Jennifer, Amanda and the rest of the friendly staff to help me make the care of my mom at home possible. May God continue to Bless you and use you to make a difference in this world by spreading love and care for the elderly. Hugs to all of you!
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Ruth P
June 07, 2018
I would like them to interact with him more. They have helped him the most by preventing him from falling. I would tell a friend that they are very helpful and reliable.
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Gregory W
May 16, 2018
They've had very flexible scheduling and their nurses are very competent and informative. They're very prompt, reliable, and professional.
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James S
April 16, 2018
They could get proper scheduling and get the people here. Last night, we waited an hour because somebody didn't come when we were expecting them. They should shape up the things we tell them are wrong, and we need to have the schedule at least one or two days in advance. If there is a problem, they need to tell my wife.
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Ray B_3
March 22, 2018
They are very friendly and informative, and they always answer their phones. They are very professional. They go out of their way to make sure people are here. The caregiver that comes is outstanding.
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Rafaela G
March 06, 2018
They need to have the people show up to their shifts. When they come and do what I need, I don't have to do it.
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Julia T_2
January 25, 2018
My caregiver does a lot for me. She goes all the way with what I need and she laughs with me so I forget about my pain. They help me a great deal. My caregiver helps me and a lot of the time when I don't feel like eating, she tells me to eat because it's good for me. When I do eat, I feel better.
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Sue F_4
January 22, 2018
The caregiver we have is very good with my mom in terms of care. They are punctual and get along well with my mom. I do not have to spend time worrying about my mom while I am at work. I know the care is being provided.
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oMamaCare
December 18, 2017
Until Bright Star, our mom's care was a fading comet. Mark and his team were exceptionally welcoming, real, and accommodating. We invited them to meet mom, and unlike other agencies, it happened on schedule, with accommodations, without judgement, and in just one exchange of emails. The wonderfully energetic and engaging caregiver who hauls my mom out for marathon coffee sessions has never failed the bring the laughter and light back to mom's face. We are so grateful to Bright Star, and find it is unique in its mission to fill every family's needs without a list of "no-nos" and "can't-do-thats". The only reason I found my way to this Review site is that I called the office to find out how to get the caregiver a holiday gift. Gifts are not encouraged, so at my insistence, the office sent me this link. Talk about fairness and priorities. Love this company!
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