The FirstLight Care Corner

Senior Citizen Scams

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No one is immune to scams, but it seems the elderly are particularly targeted. My Dad  was a very savvy 75-year-old accountant. His mind was extremely sharp before he passed away, but his financial judgments were slightly slipping. He was extremely charitable, donating to many causes – he was always taken in by sad stories. Therefore, I was not surprised when he told me he had “adopted a family” in Nigeria. Every month he sent them a set amount, but then the disasters started and they needed more money for hospital and medical bills. How could he not help a...

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Social Media For Seniors

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Let’s face it; social media is taking over the world. Social media networks connect billions of people across the globe whether they’re merely acquaintances that met while traveling, or they’re long lost friends and family. We’re now able to keep in touch and reconnect much easier. This couldn’t ring more true for our elderly population. More and more seniors are mastering the Internet and multiple social platforms, specifically for staying in touch with their families; checking up on their children and grandchildren, or finding old classmates.  Though there are several upon several social media platforms out there, only a select few...

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Being a Long Distance Caregiver

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Caring for aging parents can be difficult, and when you live thousands of miles away, it can come with a whole new set of complications.  How do I make sure they are cared for properly?  How will I respond to (or even know about) medical emergencies?  How will I know if they pay their bills on time? These questions can eat away at you; worse yet, you can’t visit them whenever you wish to calm your fears.  If you are worried about your parents' well being far away, read our tips below to calm these fears and provide the best...

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How to Manage the Stress of Aging Parents with Ease

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Feeling overwhelmed by your caregiving duties? FirstLight provides tips to help you navigate the stress of aging parents.

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Pinteresting News from FirstLight!

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We’re excited to announce that we’re now on Pinterest and we want you to join us! Find the official FirstLight Home Care profile at Pinterest.com/FirstLightCare. We hope you enjoy checking out our boards and pins and we’d love for you to get involved too. If you don’t already have a Pinterest account, below is a quick How-To on setting up your page and adding the Pin It button to your web browser’s bookmarks toolbar so you can easily share pins from us and your other favorite online outlets. You’ll probably notice that we'll be enhancing our blog posts with more images...

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How To Work With The Nursing Home Caring for Your Elderly Parent

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Taking the step to move your parents to a nursing home is very much like sending your child to the first day of school.  There are mixed emotions, as you are so excited for your loved one to be cared for by professionals, the worry of losing control also sets in.  More importantly, the worry of your loved ones safety is always a concern and rightfully so. Once you have decided on a place fit for your parents’ needs, it is important to stay involved in their care but to also begin to trust those tending to your  parents.  Most...

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Five Tips To Effectively Communicate With Seniors

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In his book How to Say It to Seniors, author David Solie, who specializes in geriatric issues, describes the developmental tasks that the elderly face, and explains how these “tasks shape their behavior -- whether they're aware of it or not”. Solie describes the “crises of the elderly as a conflict between control and legacy issues. And while he writes in universal terms, it's important to remember that every individual is different, and each person's experience of aging will have a lot to do with personal and environmental factors, as well as developmental ones.” While communication is extremely important with your parents, it can also...

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How Technology Is Changing The Lives of Seniors

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Seniors and technology have long seemed to mix like oil and water.  The joke that technology is too new, complicated, and confusing for aging adults has been played out in every comic, sitcom, and movie for decades; however, the notion that technology is only for kids could not be less true. Yes, seniors may not spend every waking moment on Facebook like their younger counterparts, but integrating technology into their lives can be very beneficial.   Now, more than ever, technology is being made available to aging adults to help them live better, (and believe it or not) more simple lives. Below is a list...

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Coping With The Loss Of A Parent

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Losing a parent is a traumatic experience and hiding under your blankets may sound like the best idea for you…or simply wish that it all went away.  However, we all know that this may work short-term, but it is important to have long-term plans on how to cope with the loss of a parent.  The most important thing to remember is that everyone grieves differently.  You can find a million and one ways to cope and grieve but it is important to find coping skills that work for you.  Also, be aware that your coping skills may be different than other...

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Seniors and Technology: There's an App For That!

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Smartphone applications, commonly referred to as “apps”, have quickly become a staple in the daily lives of people around the world.  Although often associated with younger adults, many apps have been introduced to the market that help aging adults connect with technology in a more accessible manner. Whether you need help tracing medications or want to listen to breaking news stories, there’s an app that can be easily used by aging adults. Below is a list of apps that are great to help seniors better integrate themselves with technology and improve their daily lives. NPRA great app for news lovers, NPR lets you listen...

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