Five Ways Companion Care at Home Helps Reduce Negative Stereotypes about Aging
There are a lot of negative stereotypes about seniors and aging. Sometimes seniors even start to believe these stereotypes. Companion care at home can help them avoid these negative attitudes.
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How Does Personal Care at Home Help Address Mobility Challenges?
Mobility challenges are a common problem for aging adults, but personal care at home can offer a lot of help.
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What Level of Home Care Services Do Seniors Need?
Getting the right type of home care services lined up for aging adults means looking at a variety of different factors.
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FirstLight Home Care Franchisee of the Year 2024 was awarded to Jim Carteris and his team in the San Francisco Peninsula.
Questions Families Looking For Private Caregivers Should Ask
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What questions should families looking for private caregivers ask? If you’re not sure where to start, use this list to identify exactly what you need.
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FirstLight – The Benefits of Private Home Care
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Whether for yourself or a loved one, freedom to choose, flexibility and peace of mind are some of the benefits of private home care from FirstLight.
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Spring Cleaning for Senior Safety: Tips and Tricks
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Spring cleaning for senior safety is more than just an opportunity to freshen up the home. It’s a crucial time to ensure their living environment is safe and supportive. With the right approach, spring cleaning for senior safety can help prevent accidents and enhance the overall comfort of seniors' homes. Assessing Home Hazards The first step in safe cleaning for seniors is to identify potential hazards that could pose a risk. Common issues include slippery floors, clutter that can cause tripping and areas of the home with poor lighting. Make sure floors are dry and slip-resistant, remove clutter and improve...
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How Alzheimer's Care Supports Seniors and Families Coping with Sundowning
Seniors with Alzheimer's disease often experience something called "sundowning." This refers to increased confusion, anxiety, and aggression that tends to happen in the late afternoon or evening hours. Sundowning can be very difficult for those with Alzheimer's and their families or caregivers. However, there are specialized Alzheimer’s home care approaches that can help manage sundowning symptoms and support everyone affected.What is Sundowning?Sundowning causes people with Alzheimer's or other dementias to become more disoriented, restless, and upset as the day goes on and evening approaches. Common sundowning behaviors include pacing, wandering, yelling, hallucinations, resisting care, and sudden mood changes. The reasons...
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Five Challenges Seniors Have with Nutrition
Proper nutrition is crucial for seniors who want to remain healthy and happy as they age. The problem is that aging brings with it a variety of challenges that make it more difficult to get the nutrients they need. Luckily, there are ways to cope with those challenges, especially with the help of senior care providers.Digestion ChangesLots of changes happen for seniors as they age, including in their digestive systems. It starts in the mouth, with saliva production changing. Stomach acid levels also change, so by the time food gets to the stomach, the food isn’t as broken down as...
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Self-Care Tips for Family Caregivers: Prioritizing Your Wellbeing
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Oftentimes, the stress that comes with being a family caregiver can make it difficult to maintain a positive attitude. Not taking care of yourself physically and mentally can, in turn, make it harder to be a caregiver for your loved one. FirstLight Home Care is always here to offer caregiver support, and one way to uplift caregivers is by reminding them to practice self-care. Understanding the Importance of Self-Care According to the National Institute of Mental Health, “When it comes to your mental health, self-care can help you manage stress, lower your risk of illness and increase your energy. Even small acts...
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