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When an estranged parent needs care, consider key factors and set boundaries before becoming their caregiver

Managing Family Dynamics

Caring for Estranged Parents: 3 Important Considerations

When an estranged parent needs care, adult children must make difficult decisions about potentially being a caregiver and on the...

Use 7 ways to reduce and manage holiday stress while still caring for an older adult

Holiday / Stress Relief

7 Ways for Caregivers to Reduce Stress During the Holidays

The holidays often bring added stress along with the joy of the season. To help caregivers cope, FirstLight Home Care...

Find out about 6 creative ways to have summer vacation fun close to home during the coronavirus pandemic

Activities for Older Adults / COVID-19

6 Summer Staycation Ideas for Seniors During Covid-19

Covid-19 continues to put a damper on many summer vacation and travel plans. To help you enjoy the summer months,...

Help older adults maintain their health and well-being with three ways to boost mental health

3 Ways to Boost Mental Health in Seniors

Major changes that often happen later in life can increase the chances that an older person will be affected by...

4 tips that help caregivers consider their own needs before saying yes to requests for their time and energy

4 Tips That Help Caregivers Say No With Confidence

Many caregivers are used to putting others before themselves and have a tough time saying no to additional requests for...

These positive new year's resolutions for caregivers help you notice your contributions and reduce stress

Health & Wellness

7 Positive New Year’s Resolutions for Caregivers

With all the stress and responsibility of caregiving, it’s easy to forget to give ourselves credit for the wonderful things...

Tips for caregivers and seniors to safely resume activities during coronavirus

Tips for Seniors and Caregivers to Safely Resume Activities in the “New Normal” of Coronavirus

With lockdown restrictions being lifted, is it safe for seniors to go out? Rebecca Rushing, BSN, RN, from FirstLight Home...

Senior care during the coronavirus pandemic

COVID-19 / Practical Tips

Senior Care During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Coronavirus worries add stress to caring for older adults. Rebecca Rushing, BSN, RN, from FirstLight Home Care shares advice on...