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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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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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How Earth Day Can Benefit Your Life

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Welcome to April 22, otherwise known around the world as Earth Day. First celebrated 46 years ago, this annual event is a day where people from California to Sydney are encouraged to come together and channel energy to help the environment become even more beautiful and sustainable. For your entire family and all the loved ones you care for, Earth Day is a great opportunity to celebrate your surroundings and improve your health at the same time. So, if you’re looking for ways to celebrate this global day of goodwill, here are some top tips from our team of caregivers:...

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What Can Companion Care do for Your Loved Ones?

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When you think of caregiving, what comes to mind first? While you may think of medical and personal assistance, caregiving does not always equate to nursing care. For many aging Americans or in-need adults, simply having a companion is all that’s required to maintain a comfortable level of independence. For moments like these, professional companion care can help. Rather than strictly medical assistance, this helpful service places a caregiver with your loved ones so they can enjoy life with a little extra help around the house or even out and about. Here’s what companion care can do for your loved...

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FirstLight Home Care: Life-Changing Benefits of Respite Care

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Need help caring for a family member with medical setbacks? Learn more about the life-changing benefits of respite care.

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The $41 Billion Problem with Hospital Readmissions

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Before the enactment of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), hospitals were not penalized for patient readmission within the first 30 days of a discharge. This led to the American healthcare system spending $41.3 billion dollars in just 11 months to treat readmitted individuals. Today, even with the ACA’s readmission penalty, hospitalization makes up nearly a third of the $2 trillion spent on healthcare. While some readmissions are unavoidable, a large number can be prevented. This means at-risk individuals such as seniors, adults with disabilities, those recovering from injuries and veterans should be safeguarded from hospitalizations. Here are a few ways...

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Does Life Insurance Pay for Home Care?

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Will life insurance pay for home care? For many, life insurance can be used to help cover the costs of long-term care.

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Beat the Odds: Keep Your New Year's Resolutions

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Did you know that only 8 percent of the people that set a New Year’s resolution actually achieve their goal*. Why is that? Research from Psychology Today has found that making your resolutions work will involve changing behaviors—and in order to change a behavior, you have to change your thinking (or "rewire" your brain). This takes work. We have to set specific, measurable, time-bound goals and keep them front and center. If you are one of the millions of people in the United States compelled to make a New Year’s resolution, here are some helpful tips from Ray Williams of...

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Family Finances: Coping With the Costs of Dementia

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Money Magazine just released an article in a series of stories written by Donna Rosato on Coping with the Aging’s Costliest Challenge: The Costs of Dementia. If you have a family member living with dementia or Alzheimer’s and you’re caring for them, you know first-hand the financial challenges this uniquely devastating disease can bring. We are proud that our own Nurse Gina, our professional geriatric care manager and RN on staff, was quoted in this article. Nurse Gina has been a vital part of FirstLight Home Care’s team, dedicated to building caring and affordable services to help families with aging...

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5 Healthy Tips To Avoid Weight Gain During The Holidays

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The holidays are here and no one wants to be around a killjoy at a Christmas party or a family get-together because they’re trying to avoid the temptations of the season’s high-calorie bounty and dodge the gift of a few additional pounds this season. Whether it’s one, three, or seven pounds, experience says that most of us will gain weight between now and New Year’s Day because of those darn frosted cookies, eggnog, chocolate, candies and more lurking around the office, at the neighbors, and in your own home. To make the most of the season and keep the holiday...

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