FirstLight Resources
We’ve gathered helpful caregiving resources for you and your loved ones. See below for informative articles, resources, podcasts and helpful websites about home care, self-care, aging and more.
- Alzheimer's: Caregivers Share: Best activities to get through the dreary months
- Alzheimer's: Race Towards a Cure: Alzheimer’s and an Ageing Population
- Fall Statistics: Falls in Older Adults
- Family Caregivers: Resources for Family Caregivers
- Medicare vs. Medicaid: What You Need to Know
- Pets: How Pets Can Benefit the Mental and Physical Health of Older Adults
- Sleep: How Can Caregivers Better Manage Sleep and Burnout
- Caregiver Podcast
- Daughterhood The Podcast: For Caregivers
- Dementia Care Partner Talk Show Podcast
- The Caring Generation
- The Happy Healthy Caregiver
- The Working Daughter
- Untangling Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- AARP
- Ageless Grace
- Aging Life Care Association
- Alzheimer’s Association
- Cake
- Daily Caring
- Genworth: Financial Solutions for Long-Term Care
- National Aging in Place Council
- National Association for Homecare & Hospice
- National Council on Aging
- Next Avenue
How to Improve Brain Health as We Age
Aging does not mean inevitable cognitive decline. Several lifestyle choices can support brain health and reduce the risk of conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia. Ways to Boost Brain Function Exercise Regularly: Physical activity increases blood flow to the brain. Eat a Brain-Boosting Diet: Omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins improve cognitive health. Stay Socially Engaged: Socializing stimulates mental function and emotional well-being. Challenge the Mind: Learning new skills, reading, and puzzles help keep the brain sharp. Regular check-ups with a healthcare provider can also help detect early signs of cognitive decline and allow for timely intervention. It is important to...
How to Improve Brain Health as We Age
Aging does not mean inevitable cognitive decline. Several lifestyle choices can support brain health and reduce the risk of conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia. Ways to Boost Brain Function Exercise Regularly: Physical activity increases blood flow to the brain. Eat a Brain-Boosting Diet: Omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins improve cognitive health. Stay Socially Engaged: Socializing stimulates mental function and emotional well-being. Challenge the Mind: Learning new skills, reading, and puzzles help keep the brain sharp. Regular check-ups with a healthcare provider can also help detect early signs of cognitive decline and allow for timely intervention. It is important to...
How to Improve Brain Health as We Age
Aging does not mean inevitable cognitive decline. Several lifestyle choices can support brain health and reduce the risk of conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia. Ways to Boost Brain Function Exercise Regularly: Physical activity increases blood flow to the brain. Eat a Brain-Boosting Diet: Omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins improve cognitive health. Stay Socially Engaged: Socializing stimulates mental function and emotional well-being. Challenge the Mind: Learning new skills, reading, and puzzles help keep the brain sharp. Regular check-ups with a healthcare provider can also help detect early signs of cognitive decline and allow for timely intervention. It is important to...