Family Matters Blog & Press
What is Companion Care for the Elderly?
You may have heard of companions, but still find yourself wondering exactly what is companion care for the elderly. Companion care for the elderly, also known as companionship services, is a key part of senior care. This is because companionship…
What Are The Duties and Responsibilities of a Caregiver?
You may assume that your senior loved ones don’t need a caregiver because they don’t need medical assistance. But, even if a senior doesn’t require the assistance of a home health care nurse, they may still require some help on…
Monitoring Aging Parents From Afar: Caregiving Tips for Adult Children
In today's globalized society, it's more common than ever before for children to move away from their parents and start their lives in a new city or state. However, if you're age 40 and up, you may have started to…
Connect Our Elders Episode 35: COVID & Dementia (VIDEO)
Connect Our Elders: Episode 35. Dr. Diane Darby Beach, Gerontologist. Family Matters In-Home Care. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DaeSeYKbRLM Dr. Beach is a Gerontologist by training (with an emphasis in dementia care). She has a Masters Degree in Public Health and a Doctorate in…
Free Webinar: What is Normal, What is Dementia?
Join us May 25th at 10AM PT for an interactive webinar and live Q&A with Dr. Diane Darby Beach Date: Tuesday, May 25, 2021Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PST After spending more time at home with loved ones during…
How to Talk to Elderly Parents About Caregiving & Lifestyle Changes
If you're over 40 years old, you may be starting to worry about your parents' plan for their golden years. This is normal, and planning for their seniority is essential for their future wellbeing. Today, more than 30 million households…
