Enjoy Aging in Place with Helpful Mobility Aids for Seniors
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Having the right mobility aids for seniors in your loved one’s home can greatly enhance their aging-in-place experience.
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Become a Professional Caregiver: Family Caregivers Find Careers that Matter
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If you’re a family caregiver, it’s a role you likely never expected to have. However, more than one in five Americans are caregivers just like you – helping a sick or aging family members. So, you’re certainly not alone. While the experience can be challenging and emotional, many family caregivers find it rewarding as well. If you’re one of them and would like to turn your abilities and experience into a career as a professional caregiver, FirstLight® Home Care can help. We offer a range of professional caregiving opportunities for individuals like you who want a meaningful career. Some of...
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Providing a Network of Support to Millennial Caregivers
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All family caregivers face many challenges. Millennial caregivers are no exception. On top of their unique set of challenges, unfortunately this young group of family caregivers has fewer support systems in place. FirstLight is proud to be the exclusive home care provider for I-Ally, an online community and support network for millennial caregivers. Here is more information on our partnership. FirstLight Home Care Partners with Trusted Resource for Millennial Caregivers FirstLight Home Care, a leading provider of home care services, has partnered with I-Ally, a valuable resource for millennial caregivers. FirstLight is proud to be the exclusive home care provider...
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Understanding Our Services: Companion Care
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Loneliness and social isolation among the elderly were serious public health issues even before the COVID-19 outbreak. In fact, in a 2020 study released by the National Institutes of Health, 24% of adults over the age of 65 were considered socially isolated. Today, that number is far higher due to the pandemic, which is where companion care services can help. What is Companion Care? The need for social and emotional support doesn’t diminish as individuals age. It’s just as important for those who are elderly – and even those who have special needs - to be social; however, it’s harder...
7 Ways to Fight Caregiver Burnout
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One in three adults in the U.S. cares for an aging or disabled loved one. If you’re one of these family caregivers, you know how demanding the role can be. It can lead to caregiver stress in the form of burnout, fatigue, exhaustion and even resentment toward your family member. It can also cause frustration and guilt, which can take a heavy toll on your mind and body. In fact, according to a report from AARP, 36% of family caregivers would describe their situation as “highly stressful.” In addition, the number of caregivers who would characterize themselves as in excellent...
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The rise of “elder orphans” has been dramatic in recent years. If you’re not familiar with the term, it refers to individuals who are aging alone, without a spouse or children to depend on for elder care. In fact, according to a study presented at the Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Geriatric Society, around 22% of older adults are elder orphans and considered “at-risk.” This number is expected to rise, presenting unique challenges to this group, including concerns about who will care for them and whether they can remain at home. Why Are Elder Orphans on the Rise? There...
When a loved one needs help to live on their own, it can be a challenging situation. Let FirstLight® Home Care of Goodyear provide the help you both need. Our professional caregivers assist families in and around the Goodyear, Arizona area and help to make life easier. With our trained and compassionate team, your loved one can get personalized care and attention, whether it's on a part-time or full-time basis. You can also rest assured your loved one is with safe, compassionate professionals, living with more freedom and joy. How Our Caregivers Help Goodyear Families At FirstLight Home Care of...
Now Hiring Companion Caregivers
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At FirstLight® Home Care, companion care is a big part of what we do. Companion care helps to give the clients we serve emotional support, comfort and conversation, along with practical assistance around the house, so they can live independently. We’re hiring companion caregivers to provide this level of care to our many clients, and we are always on the lookout for strong candidates. If you are interested, here’s what you need to know about joining our team. What Do Companion Caregivers Do? When a family member notices an aging or disabled loved one is missing meals, letting their food...
Understanding Dementia Care Services
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Under the best circumstances, watching a loved one age is difficult. And as time marches on, you might start to notice new and more worrisome behaviors. These can include forgetfulness, disorientation and problems communicating. When issues begin to escalate, it may be time for the next step with professional dementia care services. What is Dementia Care? Dementia is a general term used to describe loss of memory, language, problem-solving and other thinking abilities that interfere with an individual’s daily life. This diminishing mental capacity is not only frustrating and stressful, but might even put individuals in danger. To keep them...
Celebrating Father's Day with Seniors
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Your father has been a rock and a role model. He’s been there for you through the good days and the bad; for the joy, laughter and tears. But now as he’s getting older, he needs some extra support and attention from you. How can you honor him in a special way this Father’s Day? After months of shutdowns and social isolation, this is the year to make Father’s Day extra memorable. Here are a few different ways you can show your gratitude and love for that one-of-a-kind father in your life. Ideas for Father’s Day for the Active Senior...
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