FirstLight Home Care The Gold Coast

Summer travel plans? If you need someone to care for your loved one while you’re away, check out our respite care services.

Our professional caregivers are expertly trained to give your family member the highest quality of care – and you the peace of mind you need to fully enjoy your time off: https://www.firstlighthomecare.com/home-care-services/respite-care/

Care is meant to be personal. That’s why we start our process by getting to know you and your loved one on a deeper level. Telling us your story provides the light we need to discover the perfect care plan: https://www.firstlighthomecare.com/

This Independence Day, we’d like to share our sincere gratitude for those who’ve courageously served our great nation. Thank you for championing the freedoms we enjoy today.

We’re honored to not only have a number of veteran-owned locations across the country, but also to offer specialized care for our nation's heroes: https://www.firstlighthomecare.com/home-care-services/specialty-care/veteran-care/

We're thrilled that Jim Carteris and his team at FirstLight Home Care of The Peninsula have been recognized by McKnight's Home Care in their Home Sweet Home series!

Read all about Jim's designation as our Franchisee of the Year and how he's built a successful, ever-growing business:

San Francisco franchise owner wins FirstLight Home Care Franchisee of the Year Award In 2019, Jim Carteris sold his staffing business after 25 years. Around that time, he was out motorcycling with a friend from high school when he was referred to another old peer, Mark Paretchan, the general manager of the FirstLight franchise in Marin County, CA.

Our FirstLight Spotlight shines a light on our franchisees and the incredible impact they’re making on their local communities. This month, we’re proud to recognize FirstLight Home Care of Greater Charlotte for their dedicated fundraising efforts for the Alzheimer's Association: The Longest Day 💜

Since 2021, the FirstLight Home Care of Greater Charlotte team has raised nearly $10,000 to benefit the Alzheimer's Association of Western Carolina. In partnership with ten sponsors from the senior networking community throughout Charlotte, the team hosted an engaging, impactful fundraiser that brought their community together for an amazing cause.

Congratulations on a successful event, FirstLight Home Care of Greater Charlotte! We can’t think of a better way to honor Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month 👏

Being active is important for all ages but especially for seniors, as it can lessen chronic pain, assist with better sleep and help with flexibility.

In honor of International Yoga Day, here’s a simple chair yoga pose you can incorporate into your daily routine. It’s a great way to get some movement while staying cool in these (downward) dog days of summer.

The FirstLight community is proud to honor the legacy of Juneteenth, a day that marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. Today and every day, may we hold a steadfast belief in the power of freedom, equality, and caring for one another.

Being a father means being a constant source of love and support; a person who finds their own unique ways to show the special people in their life just how much they care.

Thank you to all the father figures who influence and impact our lives every day. Happy Father’s Day from your friends at %businessname%

Meet Don and Craig Randall, a father and son duo who’ve been FirstLight business owners for more than a decade. In honor of Father’s Day, we asked Craig why he loved working so closely with his dad, Don.

“There are many things that I love about working with my dad. If I had to pick a favorite, it would be getting to spend so much time working through our plans for the future, solving problems together, and finding humor through all of it.”

Happy Father’s Day to the Randalls, and to all the father figures who make a difference in our lives.

"In a word? Grateful. The stress of caring for a loved one can be overwhelming. But the staff at FirstLight has brought me relief time and time again. Sometimes it's a few words of reassurance by Manager, Sal. Other times it's the professionalism and patience shown to me by the caretakers. Whatever 'it' is, they execute it perfectly. Thank you Sal and staff for making me feel heard and supported. Most importantly, thank you for treating my loved one with such compassion." - Carla C., Anaheim Hills, CA

Whether your loved ones need help with bathing and personal hygiene or eating assistance, our personal care services can help with basic activities of daily living. Reach out today for support: https://www.firstlighthomecare.com/home-healthcare-deerfield-pompano/

It’s natural to feel responsible for your aging parent’s care. After all, they took care of you for all those years! But it’s important to remember that this is a big job that doesn’t have to be handled alone. Here’s how a trusted caregiver can help lighten the load and provide peace of mind: https://www.firstlighthomecare.com/blog/caring-for-aging-parents-with-firstlight/

It’s natural to feel responsible for your aging parent’s care. After all, they took care of you for all those years! But it’s important to remember that this is a big job that doesn’t have to be handled alone.

Here’s how a trusted caregiver can help lighten the load and provide peace of mind: https://www.firstlighthomecare.com/blog/caring-for-aging-parents-with-firstlight/

We love any opportunity to learn from our franchisees! Last week, our Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships Erin Sullivan, MSOD visited our Franchisee of the Year Jim Carteris and his team at FirstLight Home Care of The Peninsula. Getting to spend time with their impressive sales team and see best growth practices in action was a win for everyone 👏 Collaboration and working together always produces the best results!

We can help your loved one manage low blood pressure by making sure they are properly hydrated, getting enough salt and electrolytes, dressing them in compression stockings and more.

Congratulations are in order for our FirstLight Home Care of McHenry County & surrounding areas family! They recently celebrated TEN years in business 👏 This is a major business milestone, and we couldn’t be more proud. Way to go, Sande Sherman and team!



FirstLight Home Care McHenry

Our CEO Glee McAnanly and EVP of Experience & Innovation Kristen Duell represented FirstLight at Home Care Innovation Forum in Napa Valley this week! They had an opportunity to connect with fellow leaders in the home care space, and Kristen shared her expertise during her innovation session and a fireside chat interview.

Last week, our Director of Learning & Development Jane Yousey attended the Senior Housing News BRAIN Conference in Chicago, where she was recognized as a Memory Care Innovation award winner 🏅

Congratulations Jane! We’re so honored that you’re part of the FirstLight family and are so proud of all the work you’ve done to develop our new Compassionate Memory Care Program.

As the weather gets warmer, we all want to spend more time in the sun! Make sure you're doing it safely and getting regular skin check-ups.

Sending Kristen Duell off to Napa Valley next week to speak at the 2024 Home Care Innovation Forum. She will be joined by Romi Gubes for a session all about innovation in the home care space- and why there's an urgent need to adopt AI to drive growth and productivity.

Don't miss Kristen and Romi's lively discussion on May 21 at 8:50 a.m. PST- request an invitation today ⬇

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May is 💚 At FirstLight, we are celebrating today by wearing Aging Life Care Association green in honor of the amazing aging life care professionals who provide holistic, client-centric care to older adults.

Does your senior loved one need more help than usual? Are you concerned about their ability to care for themselves? You may be exploring in-home care options. Here's an article that gives you more details about the benefits of aging in place.

One of the often-mentioned concerns, though, is that the senior will get lonely. If you're interested in having someone by your loved one's side to help with their daily care, we'd love to walk you through your options. https://bit.ly/3va9AsY

Does your senior loved one need more help than usual? Are you concerned about their ability to care for themselves? You may be exploring in-home care options. Here's an article that gives you more details about the benefits of aging in place.

One of the often-mentioned concerns, though, is that the senior will get lonely. If you're interested in having someone by your loved one's side to help with their daily care, we'd love to walk you through your options. https://bit.ly/3va9AsY

Did you know that approximately 90,000 people this year will be diagnosed with Parkinson's disease? That's enough to fill the Cotton Bowl stadium.

Parkinson’s disease is neurological and primarily affects movement but can additionally impair cognition.

Because those affected by the disease experience it in different ways, it can be tough to diagnose. In honor of Parkinson's Awareness Month, take a look at this article, which shares early warning signs:

https://www.parkinson.org/parkinsons-awareness-month

If your loved one is experiencing these symptoms, we recommend scheduling an appointment to talk with your doctor.

Did you know that approximately 90,000 people this year will be diagnosed with Parkinson's disease? That's enough to fill the Cotton Bowl stadium.

Parkinson’s disease is neurological and primarily affects movement but can additionally impair cognition.

Because those affected by the disease experience it in different ways, it can be tough to diagnose. In honor of Parkinson's Awareness Month, take a look at this article, which shares early warning signs:

https://www.parkinson.org/parkinsons-awareness-month

If your loved one is experiencing these symptoms, we recommend scheduling an appointment to talk with your doctor.

We enjoyed our time advocating for the home care industry this week in Washington, D.C.- especially seeing familiar faces like Marianne Christman and Yossi Stern! We’re honored to make our voice heard amongst our peers fighting to improve our industry. Together, we can change the home care landscape for the better.

Thank you National Association for Home Care & Hospice & Home Care Association of America for making this Advocacy Day a success. And thank you to our President and CEO Glee McAnanly for representing FirstLight Home Care at this impactful event.

The winter weather has gone away and sunny days are here to stay! This is a great time to enjoy the outdoors with loved ones, especially if they're seniors who have spent the winter months at home. Need some ideas for fun spring activities? We've got you covered: https://www.firstlighthomecare.com/blog/spring-activities-for-seniors-caregivers/

The winter weather has gone away and sunny days are here to stay! This is a great time to enjoy the outdoors with loved ones, especially if they're seniors who have spent the winter months at home. Need some ideas for fun spring activities? We've got you covered:https://www.firstlighthomecare.com/blog/spring-activities-for-seniors-caregivers/

FirstLight Home Care is honored to act as a champion of the home care industry at National Home Care Advocacy Day 2024. Our very own Glee McAnanly will join two titans of our industry Home Care Association of America & National Association for Home Care & Hospice, as well as countless other allies in the home care community, to advocate for vital solutions for our industry.

With a compassionate heart and an ever-present smile, Kitti exemplifies what it means to be a true caregiver. She's always thinking of others, but we want to take a moment to shine a light on her achievements. https://youtu.be/QFZ7gRtxFIA