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About This Business

BrightStar Care provides in-home care and medical staffing services for individuals of all ages and healthcare organizations. The company assists clients by offering companion care, personal care, and skilled nursing support, including wound care and infusion therapy. Services also include pediatric care, dementia care, and transitional care after hospitalization.

BBB Accredited Since: 9/21/2010

Years in Business: 17

Products and Services

Companion Care: Assistance with non-medical tasks such as light housekeeping, transportation, and social engagement.
Personal Care: Hands-on support for activities like bathing, feeding, and mobility to maintain safety and independence.
Skilled Nursing Care: Advanced medical services including in-home infusions, wound care, and chronic condition management.
Pediatric Home Care: Nursing and caregiving for children with illnesses or disabilities.
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care: Specialized support for individuals with memory-related conditions.
Transitional Care: Short-term assistance for clients recovering from hospitalization or rehabilitation.
Medical Staffing: Placement of healthcare professionals for organizations requiring clinical and non-clinical support.

Business Details

BBB File Opened:
9/14/2010
Business Started:
1/1/2009
Business Started Locally:
1/1/2009
Business Incorporated:
11/25/2011
Type of Entity:
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Alternate Names:
Brightstar Care
Business Management:
Mr. Ken Kraus, Owner

Additional Contact Information

Principal Contacts
Mr. Ken Kraus, Owner
Fax numbers
Primary Fax: (314) 819-6001
Additional Phone Numbers
Other Phone: (636) 866-0722
Additional Email Addresses
Primary: Email this Business

Additional Information

Other Resources
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
320 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor
Springfield IL 62786
Phone Number: 888-473-4858; TTY 866-325-4949
https://idfpr.illinois.gov/
Missouri Division of Professional Registration
3605 Missouri Boulevard, P.O. Box 1335
Jefferson City MO 65102-1335
Phone Number: (573) 751-0293; TTY 800.735.2966; Voice Relay 800.735.2466
http://pr.mo.gov/
[email protected]

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