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Making the Transition to Private Home Care: What to Expect

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From researching options to getting the home ready for a caregiver, there are several things to consider when arranging for private home care.

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What Is Memory Care and How Can It Help Seniors?

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What is memory care? Learn how specialized care helps seniors with dementia age with dignity and grace while supporting your family.

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When Is It Time to Start Home Care Assistance?

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A few key signs make it clear when to begin considering home care assistance, but it’s important to start the discussion early on.

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Sundowning in Elderly?: Managing Dementia at Night

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Dementia symptoms tend to intensify later in the day. Preparation makes managing sundowning in elderly people easier on everyone involved.

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How In-Home Caregivers Alleviate Anxiety in Seniors

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Stress and uncertainty impact your loved one’s health and quality of life. Learn how a professional caregiver can help reduce anxiety in seniors here.

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The Importance of Lifelong Learning for Seniors

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Knowing the importance of lifelong learning for seniors is the first step in helping a loved one live a fulfilling life.

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Stress and the Elderly - How Stress Affects Seniors

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There are many connections between stress and the elderly, and it can have many adverse effects if left alone. Stay informed!

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Aging With Dignity: Ways to Support Loved Ones

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Aging with dignity means feeling empowered and respected. That’s why FirstLight offers help, support and advice for the elderly and their families.

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The Wisdom of Age: What Our Elders Can Teach Us

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Celebrate Older Americans Month by spending quality time with your elderly loved ones and learn from their wisdom of age.

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Nutrition Tips for Seniors: A Caregiver’s Guide

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Ensure you and your loved one have a healthy, balanced diet and save time on meal preparation with these nutrition tips for seniors from FirstLight.

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2024 Caregiver of the Year

FirstLight Home Care is pleased to honor Susanne DiDonato of Western Connecticut as its National Caregiver of the Year. Susanne was honored at our 2024 National Conference in Napa Valley, CA. A dedicated and kind caregiver, Susanne truly embodies what it means to be our Caregiver of the Year.

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