As we have for the last five years, FirstLight Home Care — South Sound will continue to provide quality home care services to support families in our community. As we manage the impact of the Coronavirus/COVID-19 virus, the FirstLight team is actively taking the measures necessary to ensure the safety,...
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Every year FirstLight Home Care offers an opportunity for each of the 144 FirstLight offices across the nation to submit a caregiver for the National Caregiver of the Year Award. This year the Olympia office nominated Tristan Hicks. Tristan is a detail-oriented caregiver who is full of warmth and comfort. His respectful and empathetic nature...
Advice for Those Caring for a Loved One with Dementia
16.1 million Americans provide unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s or dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Caring for someone with dementia can be demanding and stressful if you’re not sure what to expect. If you are caring for a loved one with dementia, here are five suggestions that will help...
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The Many Benefits of a Senior Travel Companion
The busy travel season will soon be upon us with spring and summer vacations, graduations, weddings and family reunions. Many aging seniors want to attend these special events, but for some, travel can be tricky – whether it’s because of mobility issues or just the anxiety that comes with making...
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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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