Family Matters Blog & Press
Transportation Options for Seniors Who No Longer Drive
Did you know that every year, more than a half-million older adults stop driving? While the number itself is impressive, it goes far beyond a statistic. We all enjoy a tremendous amount of freedom throughout our lives and from a…
What is Adult Day Care & How Can It Benefit Seniors & Caregivers?
If you have an elderly loved one living with you, or you spend considerable time living at their residence; at some point you will need to break clear and attend to the daily needs of your own work and personal…
How an In-Home Caregiver Can Help Prevent Falls for Seniors
It’s that time of year again and inevitable comparisons to taxes surface as one of those things that is just part of life. Aging is another life component we can all count on in the natural flow of things and…
6 Easy-to-use Video Communication Devices for the Elderly
Video chatting is a great way to stay connected to senior loved ones when you can't be there in person. Whether it be through FaceTime, Skype or the more popular than ever Zoom video conferencing, there are a ton of…
Being a Family Caregiver While Working Full-time: How to Balance Both
The demands of working a full-time job, and for many people a second one, supporting a family and spending quality time with them, and doing things for yourself occasionally can be challenging at best. What if you also have a…
Benefits of In-Home Care for Seniors with Dementia
A diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer’s is never welcome news. The condition naturally presents challenges and concerns for an individual, but this can be a very stressful time for family, friends, and caregivers as well. Many families lean toward the…
