Family Matters Blog & Press

Caring for a parent with impaired memory can be challenging and emotionally taxing. You may also find it hard to talk to your parent as their communication skills dwindle. Perhaps they become easily agitated during regular conversations. Maybe they have…

It is difficult to watch the ones you love struggle to perform daily tasks that they used to do with ease. However, while arthritis is not curable, there are many options for improving quality of life. There are over 100…

So much of the lives of our older adults are encompassed with medications and doctor’s visits. They are focused on the stresses of the future and the memories of the past. Meditation is an activity that helps them learn how…

Companion care services can make all the difference in whether your loved one is able to remain living independently in the home they cherish. Having companionship, as well as assistance with everyday tasks, can be crucial for seniors who may…

The basic tasks of grocery shopping, cooking, and enjoying a meal become more difficult as we age. Even seniors who can still drive may find the chore of going to the supermarket too exhausting. Skipping meals or eating snack foods…

Coping with the changes involved with aging can be difficult for everyone involved. When your parent or another beloved elder can no longer stay at home without some type of assistance, understanding all of the options for in-home care is…