Boyd Lowry’s Vision of Compassionate In-Home Senior Care
When Boyd Lowry left the military in 1986 after serving as a Marine, he searched for a new mission that carried the same sense of purpose and service. After years of working in different industries, Boyd discovered his true calling — to serve others through in-home senior care in Bergen County, NJ. In 2012, he launched FirstLight Home Care of Bergen County, part of a nationally respected home care agency, with a mission to help seniors comfortably and safely age in place.
Over the past decade, Boyd has built FirstLight into a thriving, 60-employee organization providing personalized senior home health care services throughout Bergen County. The company’s licensed and insured home care aides assist with daily needs such as bathing, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and medication management. Additionally, FirstLight offers full-time nursing care at home, therapy services, and 24/7 support for clients who require advanced care.
A pillar of FirstLight’s philosophy is its commitment to senior wellness and lifelong learning. Programs like Ageless Grace — an innovative brain fitness class — empower seniors to strengthen memory, coordination, and balance through simple, engaging movements that can be done from a chair. These holistic exercises complement FirstLight’s mission to enhance quality of life and encourage independence.
One of Boyd’s proudest community partnerships is Glen Rockin’ Seniors, created with the Borough of Glen Rock to provide interactive activities and social engagement for older adults. This initiative helps reduce isolation and promotes companionship — key aspects of successful assistance for seniors living at home.
In one memorable session, Boyd invited PBS’s Legacy List host, Matt Paxton, to lead a storytelling event around cherished heirlooms. As participants shared meaningful items from their past, heartfelt memories and connections naturally unfolded.
Boyd is also an advocate for caregiver education and wellness. He stresses that caregivers must practice self-care and continuous training to provide the best support for their clients. He also encourages families to plan proactively — not just financially, but emotionally — having important conversations about aging before health challenges arise.
When asked about his organization’s success, Boyd credits his team and clients. “Every person on our team genuinely exudes passion for improving seniors’ quality of life,” he says. “That dedication to caring for our aging generation — that’s true success to me.”
At the heart of Boyd’s work is a profound respect for those who paved the way for future generations. Through companion care at home, community involvement, and heartfelt service, he continues to honor that legacy every day. Active in his church, local veterans’ groups, and the Chamber of Commerce, Boyd remains deeply involved in giving back to his community.
The home care industry can be demanding, but Boyd measures success not in numbers, but in the gratitude and trust of the families he serves. “To give back to seniors, to help them live at home comfortably and with dignity — that’s what truly matters,” he reflects.
