We’re considering changing our name to FirstLight Home&TurtleCare after Sarah and Adria came upon this distressed Tumwater resident today following a visit with one of our at home care human clients. The poor little guy was stuck in the middle of Cavalier St, in 80-degree sunshine! Sarah and Adria rescued...
Accepting Assistance is the Key to Remaining Independent
Thriving at Home (August 2015) by Sarah Lane Remaining independent doesn’t mean you have to be self-sufficient and do everything yourself. Knowing your limitations and when to ask for help is often the key to prevent injury and retain your quality of life as one ages. Repeated surveys show seniors prefer to...
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FirstLight Named “Certified Trusted Provider”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 29, 2015 (Olympia, WA) – FirstLight Home Care, a leading provider of in-home care for seniors in the South Sound including Olympia, Rainier, Lacy and surrounding areas, announced today it has been distinguished as a Certified – Trusted Provider from Home Care Pulse, the premiere quality management company...
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When visiting with potential clients during our free in-home consultation, we often find many common misconceptions about home care and what the experience entails. For many, home care is a blessing, a secure way for parents to remain living independently in the home. Others are, naturally, nervous about letting strangers into their home to care...
Family Caregiving from Long Distance
Caregiving from a distance is no easy task. It can be stressful because you can’t be there at a moment’s notice when your parents need you. To help reduce some of the stress and to help you organize the process for care when your loved ones do not live near...
Stephanie Brooks Named Caregiver of the Month
FirstLight Home Care South Sound announced today Stephanie Brooks has been honored as the “FirstLight Caregiver of the Month.” “Stephanie is reliable, well-liked by our clients and is always offering to fill in and help out whenever she can,” said Sarah Lane, owner of FirstLight Home Care – South Sound....
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Want to Slow the Aging Process? Try Yoga!
Thriving at Home (July 2015) by Sarah Lane Many health experts say Yoga slows the aging process. Here are four reasons why you should consider practicing yoga now and continue to do so for proper senior care as you age: Balance. The primary component of many yoga poses is balance. The ability...
Kathy Custer Named FirstLight Caregiver of the Month
FirstLight Home Care South Sound has an employee recognition program for their caregivers. Every month, the owner Sarah Lane selects an employee that has gone above and beyond and demonstrated outstanding work. Kathy Custer was selected this month. Kathy has an enthusiasm for caregiving that is contagious. She always has...
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Get Out and Create Some Memories
by Adriana Hutchings My Mother had five autoimmune diseases. As her diseases progressed, it became increasingly difficult for her to walk. First she suffered from fatigue, and then her balance was affected. This once very active woman was finding it difficult to do the things she loved to do. My...
Being a Good Friend in the Face of Illness
Thriving at Home (June 2015) by Molly Rowe A friend once told me that she no longer visits a family member with Alzheimer’s because “it’s too hard on him not to remember me.” While there may be truth to this statement, I’m guessing it’s harder on her not to be remembered. Death and...
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