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When we talk about home care at FirstLight Homecare, we are usually referring to our home healthcare services. However, as the holidays are upon us, I began to think of the other “home care” services I could get my parents for the holidays. Every year I wrestle over what to...
Fun Things To Do for Labor Day
So, it’s almost here. The official end of summer is marked by the long Labor Day weekend. What exactly are we celebrating on Labor Day? The name seems to be pretty self-descriptive, but often times it’s easy to not really think about what the holiday is really about. Let’s be...
Celebrating Father’s Day for Grandpa
Father’s Day is June 17. This year, make it all about Grandpa. Get the kids involved and treat your dad or grandpa to a day that he will always remember. Having trouble thinking beyond golf tees and “#1 Grandpa” mugs? Check out these ideas to make Grandpa’s day: Make a...
Honor Elderly Veterans this Memorial Day
In the United States, there are over 21 million military veterans, including over 9 million vets aged 65 and over. Since 1966, Memorial Day has been a time to celebrate, honor and remember service members who gave their time, effort and lives to our country. This Memorial Day weekend, honor...
Remembering our seniors this 4th of July
The Fourth of July holiday is a popular time for friends and family to come together for celebration. While many people look forward to this holiday weekend all summer, seniors can find this time to be especially lonely. Whether their family members live a distance away or their mobility is...
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