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5 Tips for Finding a Hobby to Fill the Fall Gap for Older Adults

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Chances are, you think more about hobbies at the beginning of the year – when resolving to try something new – than you do as autumn approaches. But for older adults, this time of year can represent a big gap: Summer has ended and the holidays are still in the distance. Activities and visits from family can wane as fall begins, making it an ideal time to introduce or renew focus on a cherished hobby. Explore the Possibilities The calendar of national observances for September supports the fall hobby concept. For animal lovers, there’s Dog Ownership Month or Happy Cat Month....

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Have Your Senior Loved One’s Eyes Checked in September

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Seniors are especially susceptible to problems with their eyes making life even more difficult, especially if they have mobility issues. This year, start early and make an appointment now to have your senior loved one’s eyes checked during the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s Healthy Aging Month in September. A senior eye check by a professional could make a huge difference in their quality of life. Many times seniors don’t even realize their eyesight is getting worse, so early detection and intervention of eye problems is extremely important. As a caregiver, you may be the first one to notice changes in...

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Are you ready for Friendship Day?

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In a little over a week, the United States will be celebrating National Friendship Day and this is a great time to think about the importance of friendship in the lives of our seniors. Having a group of friends to celebrate with and to share their experiences with on a regular basis can be extremely helpful for seniors. Having the support, care and devotion of friends can help seniors stay active and involved with those that care about them. As caregivers, we know the importance of regular contact with friends and loved ones and are proud to offer these tips...

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Five ways you can age better starting today

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It is a fact of life that we all age each day; however, there are ways that you and the seniors in your life can be proactive to help age “better” each and every day. From incorporating exercise into a daily routine or using mental quizzes to help stay sharp and focused, finding ways to age better can improve the quality of your life. Aging better doesn’t have to mean that you or the seniors in your life have to change everything that is done on a daily basis, but incorporating small changes each day. As home care providers, we’ve...

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Getting out during Parks and Recreation Month

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July is Parks and Recreation Month in the United States and this is a great time to help the seniors in your life be able to enjoy time in the great outdoors. In Detroit, Michigan this week, there are a hundreds of senior soldiers that are taking part in the National Veterans Golden Age Games, offering sports and recreational competitive events for Veterans 55 years of age and older. Although some of our seniors may not be able to always enjoy everything that time in the outdoors has to offer, the caregivers at FirstLight Home Care are pleased to be able to offer...

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Eat More Fruits and Veggies, and Like It

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In the past five years, fruit and vegetable intake among Americans has fallen – especially in regard to older individuals. A 2015 survey conducted by the Produce for Better Health Foundation discovered a 7 percent per capita decline, but for people 45 and older, the drop is even more significant. Even though adults 65 and older tend to be the highest consumers of fruits and vegetables, some senior adults may not understand the importance of eating these vibrant and healthful foods. As senior caregivers, we understand how essential fruits and veggies are, but we also understand how easy it can...

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Three Things You Can Do Today to Help Your Eyes

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Diminished eyesight is a growing problem – especially among aging American adults. Approximately 142 million U.S. citizens 40 and older have vision problems and by age 75, the American Academy of Ophthalmology indicates 70 percent of adults will develop cataracts. This occurs when the lens of your eyes become cloudy from age, poor eye health, and environmental factors; resulting in blurred, dim, or discolored vision and even blindness. Maintaining senior eye health is increasingly important as we age and the caregivers at FirstLight Home Care are committed to helping seniors with their vision difficulties. As a way to emphasize the...

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Restoring Confidence with Rehabilitative Care

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From injuries to necessary surgeries, getting the help you need after an operation can be difficult. More often than not, the responsibility places a heavy burden on your loved ones and the life altering after effects can also result in post-operative depression. FirstLight Home Care Rehabilitative Care can offer assistance for injured senior adults and those who need additional service to enhance their quality of life. For injured adults or those coming out of the hospital, rehabilitative and post-operative care is more than just physical therapy. Instead, it’s a personal service designed to help individuals recover and restore their confidence and...

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Four Tips to Improve Senior Sleep

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A 2013 survey by the Better Sleep Council discovered that 48 percent of Americans say they don’t get enough sleep, but less than half don’t take action to improve their sleep habits. A lack of sleep can be detrimental to one’s well-being, contributing to depression, skin aging, and weight gain. Improve senior sleep with these tips on how to get the best possible rest for outstanding senior living! For older individuals, there’s a common misconception that sleep needs decline; research indicates that sleep needs stay relatively constant throughout adulthood.  Because May is Better Sleep Month, here are four tips you...

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Blaze a Trail During Older Americans Month

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For the older individuals in your life, whether they’re your parents, family or close friends, it’s important to recognize their contributions to our nation and our way of life. Because of their trailblazing attitude and efforts, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Community Living has deemed May to be Older Americans Month. For us, senior care isn’t just a profession, it’s a culture of care that extends to older individuals from all walks of life. We thrive off giving back to our elders and want to help you celebrate everything the older individuals in your life...

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