Kate Jordan, Author at FirstLantic Blog

23 08, 2023

Navigating Home Care Services

Kate Jordan2023-08-24T15:09:33-04:00August 23rd, 2023|Categories: home healthcare|Tags: #FirstLanticHealthcare, #homecareservices, #Seniors|

When the time comes to explore home care services for yourself or a loved one, the task may initially seem overwhelming. With numerous providers and varying levels of care available, it's crucial to approach the selection process with a well-prepared list of questions. This article aims to guide you through navigating home care services for the right home care provider by highlighting key questions that will help you make an informed and confident decision. What Services Are Offered? Begin by understanding the range of services the provider offers. Do they provide personal care assistance, medication management, companionship, and transportation? Determine if their offerings align with the specific needs of the individual requiring care. What Are the Qualifications of Caregivers? Inquire about the qualifications, [...]

7 09, 2022

Keeping Social Security Available for Future Generations

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T21:09:46-05:00September 7th, 2022|Categories: Retire, Retirement|Tags: #FirstLantic #CaseWorkers #HomeHealthcare #HomeCare #ElderCare, #HomeHealthcareBroward, #HomeHealthcareDelray, baby boomers, extending social security, home healthcare cost, home healthcare near me, home healthcare south florida, retiring on social security, social security benefits|

When President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Bill into law on August 14, 1935, he could hardly have predicted that it would end up being one of the most successful anti-poverty programs ever created within the U.S. Without Social Security benefits, 21.7 million more Americans would currently be below the poverty line according to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. And Social Security does more than provide retirees with monthly payments. It provides ongoing income to surviving spouses and their children as well as disabled workers and their families through SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance). Among elderly beneficiaries, 37% of men and 42% of women depend on Social Security for 50% or more of their income while 12% of elderly men and 15% [...]

30 08, 2022

Travel Tips for Seniors

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T02:49:07-05:00August 30th, 2022|Categories: Health, Holidays, Senior Travel, Travel, Trips|Tags: home healthcare, home healthcare south florida, senior travel, senior travel discounts, traveling tips for seniors|

Click here to watch the video > FirstLantic Home Healthcare offers traveling tips for seniors in this video — from cruises to group tours, senior discounts to safety advice, Firstlantic Home Healthcare offers you peace-of-mind that you or your family member will always receive outstanding care — delivered with compassion and dignity. www.firstlantic.com Click here for more Firstlantic Healthcare blogs > Click here for more information on FirstLantic >

14 02, 2022

Ten Things About the Heart that All Americans Should Know

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T05:39:05-05:00February 14th, 2022|Categories: Health, heart disease, heart health|Tags: #Stress, cholesterol, diet, february, firstlant, healthy diet, healthy heart, heart, heart disease|

There couldn’t be a better month than February to celebrate Heart Health Month although too many of us take this important organ for granted. We’ll give gift of hearts on Valentine’s Day but ignore our own heart health and how it affects us and our loved ones. So, why not use this February as the starting point for taking care of your heart all year long? FirstLantic can help you get started. Take our quiz below and get the facts. Answers are below the quiz but don’t peak! Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States. True or False How many people die from heart disease within the U.S. each year? [...]

30 11, 2021

Good to the Last Bite – Leftover Recipes

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T20:50:36-05:00November 30th, 2021|Categories: Celebrations, Cooking, Entertainment, Holidays|Tags: #holidayleftoverrecipes, #Holidays, #Recipes, #thanksgivingleftovers, senior recipes, turkey leftovers, turkey recipes, turkey soup|

So, you had a great holiday with lots of food, fun, friends, and family. Now, you just need to figure out what to do with all the leftovers! As usual, you bought a little too much food, the refrigerator is full, and you have run out of ideas. Don’t worry, FirstLantic has you covered. Last week, we gave you some new takes on old classics. This week we help you get a little more mileage out of all those ingredients. Try one or all of these three tasty recipes we found and gobble, gobble! And don't forget your furry family members as they are always more than happy to help you get rid of leftovers (just make sure they are dog or cat safe foods)! [...]

28 09, 2021

Breast Cancer Awareness – Learn the Facts

Kate Jordan2021-09-28T11:32:39-04:00September 28th, 2021|Categories: Health|Tags: breast cancer, breast cancer facts, october breast cancer awareness, seniors health|

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer. FirstLantic.com wants to ensure that you know the facts about this disease because it could save you or a loved one’s life. Take our short breast cancer quiz and test your knowledge. Answers are given at the end of the quiz. 1. How many women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime? A. 1 in 20 B. 1 in 10 C. 1 in 8 D. 1 in 5 2. How many women will die from breast cancer this year in the U.S.? A. 2,000 B. 5,000 C. 21,000 D. 43,000 3. Can men get breast cancer? A. Yes B. No 4. Which women [...]

14 09, 2021

What is bad cholesterol and why does it matter?

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T20:22:03-05:00September 14th, 2021|Categories: Cooking, Diet, Fitness, Health|Tags: cholesterol, ea, healthy seniors|

We have all heard that having a high cholesterol score is not good for our health. But you may not know what good and bad Cholesterol is, why it matters and what to do about it if you are in an unhealthy range. So, in support of National Cholesterol Education Month, FirstLantic wants to do our part to educate on the risks of high Cholesterol and provide some simple steps to get you back on the path to health. High Cholesterol is a huge problem that affects 102 million Americans over the age of 20. It can be caused by an unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, and exacerbated by smoking. What is Cholesterol exactly? Cholesterol is a waxy type of fat or lipid [...]

7 09, 2021

Get Cooking with These Heart Healthy Recipes

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T20:23:04-05:00September 7th, 2021|Categories: Cooking, food, Health|Tags: #cooking, eating healthy, healthy recipes|

If you missed FirstLantic’s blog last week, we provided some reasons to eat healthier and do your heart a favor. We also included two easy and nutritious meals to try that take 25 minutes or less to prepare. If you didn’t take it to “heart” last week (pardon the pun), we’re going to give it one more good old-fashioned college try by tempting you with two more delicious recipes. But first, take this brief quiz and see how well you do. Click on the hyperlink in each question to get the answer. Which country in the world has the highest life expectancy? A. Switzerland B. Japan C. United States D. Hong Kong, China What percentage of the population in the U.S. has diabetes? A. [...]

31 08, 2021

Treat Your Heart Right with These Healthy Recipes

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T20:24:13-05:00August 31st, 2021|Categories: Diet, Fitness, Health|Tags: heart healthy recipes, senior healthy recipes|

September is Healthy Aging Month. Whether you're already taking care of yourself and want to maintain that, or you're ready to turn a new leaf, it's never too late to start eating better to protect your heart. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States. One person dies every 36 seconds in the U.S. from cardiovascular disease. Heart disease can be linked to obesity, lack of exercise, smoking, and eating oversized portions and unhealthy foods. Maybe if we thought more about what an amazing organ our heart really is, we would treat it better. The fact is that your heart beats about 115,000 times and pumps 2,000 gallons of blood every day. It’s truly a wonderous machine. [...]

24 08, 2021

Seniors: Start Planning for Hurricane Season Now

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T20:28:03-05:00August 24th, 2021|Categories: Health, Hurricane, Safety|Tags: hurricane disaster plan, hurricane season, Hurricane survival kit, plan for hurricane, staying safe during hurricane|

If you've lived in South Florida (or anywhere along the East Coast) for any length of time, you've probably seen more than your share of hurricane forecasts, scary-looking radar images, emergency alerts, evacuations, and property damage. Seniors can find hurricane scenarios especially worrying. If you haven't made proper preparations for hurricane season, now's the time to start, whether you're a senior or you care for a senior who may need extra help during one of these natural disasters. Let's examine some ways careful planning can help keep you and yours safe when the weather turns ugly. The Need for a Hurricane Disaster Plan Hurricanes and Florida seem to have an affinity for each other, and not just South Florida. At least one hurricane [...]

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