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Three Things You Can Do Today to Help Your Eyes

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Diminished eyesight is a growing problem – especially among aging American adults. Approximately 142 million U.S. citizens 40 and older have vision problems and by age 75, the American Academy of Ophthalmology indicates 70 percent of adults will develop cataracts. This occurs when the lens of your eyes become cloudy from age, poor eye health, and environmental factors; resulting in blurred, dim, or discolored vision and even blindness. Maintaining senior eye health is increasingly important as we age and the caregivers at FirstLight Home Care are committed to helping seniors with their vision difficulties. As a way to emphasize the...

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June 2016 Newsletter ~ Uncommon News from the Hearth at Hearthside Home Care

[caption id="attachment_3962" align="aligncenter" width="150"] Dads & Fathers[/caption] Summertime Fun, Flag Day, Dads, Wrenn Park Jamestown NC Summer Jam, and More....in our June 2016 Newsletter - Uncommon News from the Hearth at Hearthside Home Care

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Memorial Day and Caring for Veterans

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This upcoming Monday is Memorial Day in the United States and FirstLight Home Care caregivers are proud to offer our thanks for the millions of veterans that have served our country proudly in conflicts across the globe. As the number of United States Veterans continues to grow, the caregivers at FirstLight Home Care are honored to be the choice for a growing number of Veterans and their families. From members of the Greatest Generation who are challenged by advancing age to recently returned Veterans who are returning from combat in Afghanistan and Iraq, the “culture of care” that is in everything...

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Four Tips to Improve Senior Sleep

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A 2013 survey by the Better Sleep Council discovered that 48 percent of Americans say they don’t get enough sleep, but less than half don’t take action to improve their sleep habits. A lack of sleep can be detrimental to one’s well-being, contributing to depression, skin aging, and weight gain. Improve senior sleep with these tips on how to get the best possible rest for outstanding senior living! For older individuals, there’s a common misconception that sleep needs decline; research indicates that sleep needs stay relatively constant throughout adulthood.  Because May is Better Sleep Month, here are four tips you...

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Our May 2016 Newsletter

Uncommon News from the Hearth of Hearthside Home Care [caption id="attachment_3953" align="aligncenter" width="150"] Eat More Nuts!Photo Courtesy of ViktorHanacek.com[/caption]

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Blaze a Trail During Older Americans Month

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For the older individuals in your life, whether they’re your parents, family or close friends, it’s important to recognize their contributions to our nation and our way of life. Because of their trailblazing attitude and efforts, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Community Living has deemed May to be Older Americans Month. For us, senior care isn’t just a profession, it’s a culture of care that extends to older individuals from all walks of life. We thrive off giving back to our elders and want to help you celebrate everything the older individuals in your life...

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Operation Mother's Day May 8, 2016

Don't forget. This Sunday! Mothers Day![caption id="attachment_715" align="aligncenter" width="150"] Hearthside brings the care home.[/caption]

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Mother's Day Gift Ideas - FirstLight Home Care

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“Biology is the least of what makes someone a mother.” This telling quote from Oprah Winfrey is a great segue into the celebration of Mother’s Day and what it has to offer your family, friends, children and of course, moms. If you are preparing to spend time with Mom this Sunday, enjoy these last minute Mother's Day Gift Ideas from FirstLight Home Care! As caregivers, we know that moms can sometimes go uncredited for everything they do, which is why we want to help you make their Mother’s Day one to remember. If you still haven’t gotten your mom a...

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4 Healthy Ways to Handle Stress

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Stress is a universal problem that’s more than just a nuisance.  The American Institute of Stress indicates that not only is stress the basic cause of 60 percent of all human illnesses and disease, but it causes 10 percent of strokes, three out of four doctor visits, and reduced grey matter in regions of the brain tied to emotional and physiological functions. Being able to properly handle stress is an important way to help maintain overall good health. Because stress is so damaging, April is Stress Awareness Month and everyone, from teenagers to retirees, are encouraged to recognize what causes...

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Sunday May 1 2016 National Drug Take Back Day

Sunday is National Drug Take Back day – in NC this is Operation Medicine Drop – the link above takes you to a calendar showing where families can take meds this Sunday. Not all counties have planned events – but a great many do. Be safe, and safely dispose of outdated or unwanted medications! Follow the link below and choose a county to see if your county has locations and events planned[caption id="attachment_3947" align="aligncenter" width="150"] Operation Medicine Drop[/caption]

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