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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...

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...

Absentee (mail-in) and early voting enable seniors and family caregivers to cast their ballots safely

Safe Voting Options Give Seniors and Caregivers a Voice

Voting is a right for all American citizens, regardless of age or physical ability. But in-person voting isn’t always feasible....

Find out about key 2021 Medicare Open Enrollment deadlines, 4 coverage areas that are essential to review, and 5 changes expected in 2021

Medicare & Medicaid

What to Know About 2021 Medicare Open Enrollment

It’s almost time to re-enroll or change Medicare plans for next year. To help you make informed decisions about your...

Find out how to successfully ask employers to provide more support for caregiving employees

6 Tips for Getting Caregiving Support From Your Employer

The coronavirus pandemic has intensified the already challenging task of juggling caregiving and a career. To help overwhelmed family caregivers,...

Find out about the 3 biggest changes coming to Medicare Advantage plans in 2021

Medicare & Medicaid

2021 Medicare Advantage Plans: The 3 Biggest Changes

The time to re-enroll or change Medicare plans is right around the corner. To help you plan ahead and make...

Helping people with Alzheimer’s or dementia use social media safely

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Supporting People with Dementia in Safe Social Media Use

Social media gives people more opportunities to connect and socialize, something that’s especially important for preventing senior isolation. But there...

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...

treatments you should question

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...

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...

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