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Technology Helps Seniors Stay Connected
A guest post by Mary Shannon, seniorsmeet.org Staying in touch with family and friends has always been important, but it is even more so as you get older. Chatting with your kids, seeing pictures of your grandchildren and catching up with old friends online helps fend off loneliness and it...
A new year is much like a blank book. The pen is in your hands. Now is your chance to write a beautiful story for yourself. From all of us at FirstLight Home Care, Happy New Year!
Happy Holidays from FirstLight Home Care
The end of the year brings no greater joy than the opportunity to express to you season’s greetings and good wishes. Wishing you joy this holiday season and prosperity in the coming year. Thank you for being such an important part of what we do. May your holidays and New...
Common Signs It’s Time for Home Care
How to Tell if Your Senior Loved One Needs Help Sometimes it’s easy to see the signs. Other times it’s not so obvious, or things happen more gradually. Is it time for home care? Here are some common indicators that may suggest your elderly loved one could benefit from additional...
Ways to Help Elderly Adults Stay Happy at Home
As the pandemic’s end remains uncertain, most senior citizens are being forced to stay at home and limit contact with others to protect their health and safety. While it is certainly in the best interest of their physical wellness, feeling locked indoors and away from their routine can significantly impact...
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How to Brighten the Holidays for Seniors
The holiday season is in full swing. We know that many celebrations – and possibly some long-standing traditions – may look different this year. But that doesn’t mean all festivities have to stop. If you are a family caregiver, here are some things you can do to help brighten the...
Happy Thanksgiving From Firstlight Homecare
Traditional Thanksgiving Day gatherings will look different this year, but it does not mean we can’t celebrate the day by showing our thanks and gratitude to the people around us. When you stop and think about it, we do have a lot to be grateful for: We give thanks to...
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Home Care for Veterans and Their Families
Throughout the month of November especially, we reflect on all the men and women who have served honorably in the military. The sacrifices they have made allow our country to remain strong, safe and free. Serving in the military can often impact one’s health, both emotionally and physically. And for...
Congratulations to Our Caregiver of the Year
We are excited to name Omaha resident Stephanie King as our national Caregiver of the Year. ? Stephanie, with FirstLight Home Care of Omaha, was virtually recognized for her extraordinary dedication, service and integrity last week during our national conference. The Caregiver of the Year award is typically presented in...
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6 Ways to Celebrate Halloween with Your Elderly Parent
Are you looking for a spook-tacular way to safely celebrate Halloween with your elderly parent this weekend? FirstLight Home Care has these franken-tastic ideas to make this Halloween the best. Adorn festive pumpkins. Skip carving a pumpkin this year – the trend is to paint them. It’s not only safer,...
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