COVID-19

6 ideas for safely celebrating Thanksgiving during this pandemic holiday season

COVID-19 / Holiday / Practical Tips

Coronavirus Thanksgiving: 6 Tips for a Safe, Fun, and Festive Holiday

Modify traditions to safely enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday Thanksgiving is usually filled with annual traditions and is a cherished time...

6 tips that help caregivers prepare seniors for a safer, healthier winter season

COVID-19 / Practical Tips

6 Tips to Help Seniors Stay Safer and Healthier This Winter

Winter, with its harsh weather and increase in illness transmission, presents additional challenges for seniors and caregivers. Nurse Rebecca Rushing...

How to make video calls to elderly Alzheimer’s and dementia patients during coronavirus nursing home lockdown

Alzheimer's & Dementia / COVID-19

Best Way to Make Video Calls to Seniors with Alzheimer’s or Dementia in Nursing Homes

With nursing homes in lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic, families are having a hard time keeping in touch and...

The flu shot is especially important for adults 65 years and older, who account for most hospitalizations and deaths from flu.

COVID-19 / Medical Conditions

Flu Vaccine for Seniors: Covid-19 and This Year’s Flu Season

Due to Covid-19, the CDC is urging everyone to get the flu vaccine before the end of October 2020. Find...

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

This year, the coronavirus pandemic has put a damper on many summer vacation and travel plans. To help you enjoy...

How to celebrate Father’s Day safely during coronavirus with 15 thoughtful activity and gift ideas

Activities for Older Adults / COVID-19

Celebrate Father’s Day Safely with 15 Fantastic Activity and Gift Ideas During Coronavirus

Adapt Father’s Day traditions to celebrate safely We’ve all been adapting and finding creative ways to spend quality time together...

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...

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COVID-19 / Medicare & Medicaid

Medicare Coverage for COVID-19

It’s scary to think about getting sick with COVID-19. Seniors and caregivers are also worried about what insurance will cover...

Get answers to real-life caregiver questions about coronavirus senior care

Coronavirus Senior Care: 33 Top Caregiver Questions Answered

Updated 5/11/20 Caregiver questions about coronavirus We’re getting many questions from caregivers about how to reduce risk and protect older...

Keep seniors busy and engaged at home during coronavirus with crafts, games, activities, and more

Activities for Older Adults / COVID-19

Keep Busy At Home During Coronavirus with Crafts, Games, Activities, and More

Pass the time with a variety of activities Entertaining ourselves through engaging our minds and bodies while staying safe at...

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