Medications 8 Tips to Avoid Harmful Drug Reactions and Overmedication in SeniorsToo much medication can be harmful According to the CDC, 83% of U.S. adults in their 60s and 70s used...Read More
Alzheimer's & Dementia How to Understand and Manage Dementia Behaviors: A Comprehensive GuideLearning about dementia behaviors reduces caregiving stress Alzheimer’s disease and dementia inevitably cause changes in behavior as the disease progresses....Read More
Alzheimer's & Dementia Supporting People with Dementia in Safe Social Media UseSocial media gives people more opportunities to connect and socialize, something that’s especially important for preventing senior isolation. But there...Read More
Home Safety / Products & Services Help Seniors Stay Safe and Independent at Home with a Walk-In BathDid you know that walk-in baths are designed with special features that allow users to bathe more safely and independently...Read More
COVID-19 Tips for Seniors and Caregivers to Safely Resume Activities in the “New Normal” of CoronavirusWith lockdown restrictions being lifted, is it safe for seniors to go out? Rebecca Rushing, BSN, RN, from FirstLight Home...Read More
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COVID-19 Coronavirus Senior Care: 33 Top Caregiver Questions AnsweredUpdated 5/11/20 Caregiver questions about coronavirus We’re getting many questions from caregivers about how to reduce risk and protect older...Read More
Alzheimer's & Dementia How to Get Someone with Dementia to Eat: 8 Expert TipsWhen seniors with dementia won’t eat What can you do when your older adult loses interest in eating? For seniors...Read More
COVID-19 / Stress Relief 8 Mental Health Tips for Caregivers During CoronavirusThe coronavirus outbreak adds stress to caregiving To say that the coronavirus outbreak is a challenging time is an understatement,...Read More
COVID-19 / Practical Tips Senior Care During the Coronavirus PandemicCoronavirus worries add stress to caring for older adults. Rebecca Rushing, BSN, RN, from FirstLight Home Care shares advice on...Read More