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Technology Helps Seniors Stay Connected

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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 lifts your spirits. Talking to people used to be limited to phone calls and, for family members who moved far away, occasional trips to visit. Fortunately, new technology has changed all that, and we want to help you enjoy all the advantages it offers. Here are ways technology helps seniors...

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Wishing You a Happy New Year!

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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!

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Happy Holidays from FirstLight Home Care

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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 Year be filled with peace, joy and love.

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Common Signs It's Time for Home Care

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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 care and support in the place they call home. Download and save our infographic, and share it with a friend. Is It Time for Home Care? 6 Signs Your Senior Loved One Needs Help

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Ways to Help Elderly Adults Stay Happy at Home

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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 a senior’s mental and emotional health. Here are some tips to help elderly adults stay happy at home. Maintain a routine One of the most difficult aspects of having to stay indoors for many seniors is the change in routine and structure. Help them create a routine in their new...

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How to Brighten the Holidays for Seniors

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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 holidays for seniors this year. Help them get into the holiday spirit While the holidays can be a time of joy and celebration, they can also be somewhat difficult for the elderly as they often experience loneliness and isolation.  Deck the halls with some of their beloved holiday decorations such...

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Happy Thanksgiving From Firstlight Homecare

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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 the amazing doctors, nurses, and frontline personnel who have been working tirelessly to care for those with COVID-19. We give thanks to all the people who work in essential services. The men and women who continue to stock the shelves, deliver the mail, fill our prescriptions, pick up our trash,...

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Home Care for Veterans and Their Families

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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 many veterans, young and old, disabling injuries may make it difficult to perform some of the basic activities we do every day - things that we often take for granted. These activities of daily living (ADLs) include things such as eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility and transferring, and more. Home...

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Congratulations to Our Caregiver of the Year

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We are excited to name Omaha resident Stephanie King as our national Caregiver of the Year. ? Stephanie King, FirstLight Home Care of Omaha, is our 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 person at the conference’s annual gala. However, due to COVID-19, the event took place virtually this year. FirstLight has more than 5,000 caregivers nationwide, with Caregiver of the Year award nominations coming in from all over the...

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6 Ways to Celebrate Halloween with Your Elderly Parent

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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, but there is less mess, and It is easier for everyone, regardless of age, to join the fun. Decorate the house. Set out your decorated pumpkins and add wreaths of fall foliage, spooky cobwebs, spooky figurines, bats, and spiders. Make it special, but also be sure it is safe for...

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