Family Matters Blog & Press
Meal Planning for Elderly Parents: Tips for Caregivers of Aging Adults
Food not only fulfills our basic dietary needs, but it can also be a source of comfort. However, our relationships with food can change as we age. Taste buds evolve, dental health becomes a factor, and medication side effects can…
Taking a Look at AARP & United Way’s 211 Caregiver Outreach Program
Acting as a family caregiver is one of the most challenging jobs around. Covering day-to-day responsibilities can be overwhelming, even for seasoned professionals. For this reason, it’s not uncommon for caregivers to face burnout, mental breakdowns, or even chronic health…
Elderly Incontinence Treatment Options & Tips for Aging Adults
Incontinence can be an inconvenient and frustrating condition that really affects the life of a senior. Severe symptoms can prevent them from living their lives how they want and even keep them from their favorite activities. The causes of incontinence…
Elderly & Senior-Friendly 4th of July Activities & Ideas To Celebrate The Holiday
The 4th of July is a wonderful time for people of all ages to celebrate, enjoy warm weather, and spend time with friends and family. The holiday is filled with activities from parties to live entertainment to cookouts and more. …
Family Matters, Summer 2022 Magazine
Summer is here and with it the opportunity to breathe healthy air, walk in the cool evening, and sip refreshing drinks. Those things remind us of the importance of aging in a healthy way. That is our priority as we…
How Do You Calm Down Someone with Dementia?
Many people associate dementia with a significant loss of memory. While this is the main symptom of dementia, it is not the only one. Seniors with dementia also experience mood swings and can become angry and agitated over things that…
