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Helping Seniors Improve Eating and Hydration Habits

As we get older, eating a proper diet and staying hydrated become more important; and often, more difficult. Many seniors experience less of an appetite, side effects from medications, memory issues, or other problems that impact their food and water intake.  Luckily, there are many creative and senior-friendly ways that caregivers, senior living communities, and family members can implement to encourage seniors to eat healthier and drink more fluids. Why Seniors Struggle With Water And Food Intake To better understand how to help seniors improve their nutrition, it is important to also understand reasons of why many have poor eating...

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Featured image for post 10 Hidden Home Hazards for Seniors (And How To Resolve Them)

10 Hidden Home Hazards for Seniors (And How To Resolve Them)

Falls: Falls are one of the most causes of injuries that happen to seniors. An occasional fall may seem normal with age, but many people don’t realize how serious the consequences can be. About one in four seniors who fracture a hip from a fall will die within six months of their injury. How to fix it: Remove any loose rugs or only use rugs with non-slip backing, make sure that walkways are entirely clear of clutter, tape down loose cords, and make sure that thresholds are installed so there is a gradual incline in doorways. Poor Lighting: Insufficient lighting can make...

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FirstLight Home Care Heart Awareness Month

Heart Month: Heart Health Matters

Understanding Risks and Prevention During National Heart Month February is a month that is dedicated to bringing awareness to our cardiovascular health and how we can make healthy changes in our lives to improve our heart health. Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of deaths in the United States, with its impact especially significant in the senior population. Bringing awareness to this every February can help to inform us on how to recognize warning signs, understand risk factors, and make healthier choices to support our long-term health. Recognizing the Early Signs of Heart Issues Oftentimes, signs of early...

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