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Promoting Healthy Aging: Guide to Celebrating Healthy Aging Month
As we age, taking care of our physical and mental health becomes even more important. September is recognized as Healthy Aging Month, a time to celebrate the many lifestyle strategies for seniors and senior health tips for aging gracefully. “Eat right and exercise.” We’ve heard this message all our lives....
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Immunization Awareness Month: Protecting Your Loved Ones with FirstLight Home Care Services
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, an annual observance meant to highlight the importance of vaccinations for people of all ages. However, vaccines are particularly important for older adults because as you age, your immune system weakens, and it can be more difficult to fight off infections. The older you...
Why Long-Term Care is Important: FirstLight Home Care’s Services Explained
As your loved ones age and their health needs change, it can be difficult to know how best to provide the necessary care. At FirstLight Home Care, we understand that long-term care is important in helping maintain quality of life while providing peace of mind for family members. What is...
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Elderly Fall Prevention Tips – Senior Home Care
According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. One in four older Americans experience a fall annually. At FirstLight®, our goal is to provide senior home care that makes your loved ones feel safe. Elderly fall prevention...
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How Temporary In-Home Care Can Help Your Family
Temporary in-home care can help individuals who are recovering from illness, injury or surgery, as well as after a hospital stay. This short-term care can last anywhere from several weeks to a few months, and it is typically provided in someone’s home. This care may include unskilled or skilled care...
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Mobility Aids Make Aging in Place Possible
When you have a loved one with mobility issues, it’s scary to leave them alone. It can seem like there are fall hazards everywhere, from the staircase and area rugs to the bathroom and bedroom. You might want them to move to an assisted living community where they can get more...
Become a Professional Caregiver: Family Caregivers Find Careers that Matter
If you’re a family caregiver, it’s a role you likely never expected to have. However, more than one in five Americans are caregivers just like you – helping a sick or aging family members. So, you’re certainly not alone. While the experience can be challenging and emotional, many family caregivers...
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Looking for Caregiver Jobs? Do You Have the Traits of a Great Caregiver?
Are you nurturing and hard-working with a generous heart for others? You might have what it takes to be successful in a caregiver job. As a caregiver, you’ll be helping many different people. For instance, seniors who want to age in place often have caregivers come into their homes to...
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Understanding Our Services: Personal Care
Do you have a loved one with physical challenges or a chronic condition? Personal care can help with daily activities, like bathing, dressing, eating and getting ready for bed. At FirstLight® Home Care, we always provide these services with the utmost care and respect, ensuring your loved one’s dignity and...
Signs It Might Be Time for In-Home Care
Many adult children wonder when it’s time to find in-home care for a loved one. If you find yourself stopping over more often to check on your aging parents or other family members, now may be the time to look at home care options. Investing your time as a family...
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