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With a little ingenuity and these seven do-it-yourself tricks, you can turn common household items into time- and money-saving tools that make it easier to care for yourself and your loved ones.  To make light-night walks around the house…

We are proud to announce that for the 3rd year in a row, Family Matters has received the Caring Star Award from Caring.com. This reflects the five-star ratings we receive from our clients and their families for the skill and…

There are many challenges to finding the right medication for the right person. The medication has to well matched to the diagnosis, it has to be prescribed at the right dose, and it has to be processed effectively by the…

As children, we are raised with the intent that we will one day venture off on our own. We will start careers and families, and we will, inevitably, witness the aging of our parents. As parents age, many adult children…

One of the struggles many seniors face is feeling disconnected from others. Connecting seniors with younger generations gives meaning and enjoyment. Isolation, loneliness, and sense of purposelessness all contribute to depression in seniors. When seniors have the opportunity to pass…

Home care specialists provide support and assistance as your loved one returns home after being hospitalized for heart failure. Home Care Interventions for Patients being discharged for Heart Failure The term “heart failure” sounds like the heart has completely stopped…