Senior
Health & Wellness
Three Things You Can Do Today to Help Your Eyes
Diminished eyesight is a growing problem – especially among aging American adults. Approximately 142 million U.S. citizens 40 and older have vision problems and by age 75, the American Academy of Ophthalmology indicates 70 percent of adults will develop cataracts. This occurs when the lens of your eyes become cloudy...
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Restoring Confidence with Rehabilitative Care
From injuries to necessary surgeries, getting the help you need after an operation can be difficult. More often than not, the responsibility places a heavy burden on your loved ones and the life altering after effects can also result in post-operative depression. FirstLight Home Care Rehabilitative Care can offer assistance for...
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Four Tips to Improve Senior Sleep
A 2013 survey by the Better Sleep Council discovered that 48 percent of Americans say they don’t get enough sleep, but less than half don’t take action to improve their sleep habits. A lack of sleep can be detrimental to one’s well-being, contributing to depression, skin aging, and weight gain....
Blaze a Trail During Older Americans Month
For the older individuals in your life, whether they’re your parents, family or close friends, it’s important to recognize their contributions to our nation and our way of life. Because of their trailblazing attitude and efforts, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Community Living has deemed...
4 Healthy Ways to Handle Stress
Stress is a universal problem that’s more than just a nuisance. The American Institute of Stress indicates that not only is stress the basic cause of 60 percent of all human illnesses and disease, but it causes 10 percent of strokes, three out of four doctor visits, and reduced grey...
6 Kidney Facts for National Kidney Month
Have you given much thought to your kidneys lately? These powerful organs regulate your body’s fluid levels, filter toxins from the blood, help in the production of red blood cells and much more – all in a matter of seconds. Despite this, the National Kidney Foundation estimates one in three...
Senior Health and Fitness Tips for National Nutrition Month
Celebrate National Nutrition Month with these practical senior health and fitness tips to remain active during the year.
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5 Things You Can Do Today to Live Healthier
Research shows that the key to lifelong good health is more than just eating right. It also includes how you think, exercise, sleep, and engage with others. We asked “Just Ask FirstLight” about their thoughts on a number of life issues, here’s what they had to say: Think Positive. Your...
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Have you had the talk? Over 50 and dating!
If you’re over 50 and single, dating might sound a little daunting. But the good news is that you can date (because there are millions of people 50 and older who are single in the US) and when you do start to date, you can build a relationship how you...
We ❤️ You: Control Your Blood Pressure
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (DCD) along with Million Hearts have put together a national effort to prevent 1 million heart attacks and strokes in the United State by 2017. They will achieve this goal by increasing awareness of your blood pressure. They want you to get it...
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