Family Matters Blog & Press
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…
Social Distancing 101: What Is It, How to Practice, & How It Helps
It’s scary out there right now. Life as we know it has essentially come to a standstill, something America hasn’t experienced since the last world war. Moving about your community and seeing darkened windows of restaurants, bars, and other go-to…
A COVID-19 Update from Family Matters In-Home Care
As we continue to actively monitor the progression of COVID-19 the health and safety of our clients and caregivers remains our top priority. We are following updates and guidance from the CDC, as well as state, local and county authorities,…
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information from the CDC for Older Adults & Caregivers
Early information out of China, where COVID-19 first started, shows that some people are at higher risk of getting very sick from this illness. This includes: Older adultsPeople who have serious chronical medical conditions like: Heart disease, Diabetes, Lung disease…
