Being physically limited while mentally alert can be especially difficult. There are ways to cope with this situation, though. Many people feel that their brains stay young even as their bodies age. Physical challenges affecting mentally alert seniors can be…
Caregivers can improve brain health for seniors through social interaction. The relationships they build and activities they provide can keep the senior’s brain active, healthy and ward off depression. Numerous clinical studies have found that friendships help to safeguard good…
At Family Matters, our goal is to provide individualized care for each one of our clients. To do that, we do a comprehensive care plan and assessment before assigning a caregiver. This ensures we know what your needs are and…
It is important for seniors and their caregivers to understand end of life care options, like hospice or palliative choices. Sometimes life ends unexpectedly. But for many seniors, the end of life comes with warnings signs and happens slowly. Although…
For many years, a diagnosis of lung cancer cast a shadow of doom and helplessness over the patient and their families. However, due to the development of groundbreaking treatments and the birth of many new drugs during the past few…
It’s hard to imagine a scenario in which the tables are turned and you have to start taking care of your parents. This can be an understandably uncomfortable topic for both aging parents and their children to discuss. However, as…
Most seniors would like to remain independent for as long as possible. Provided they are in good physical, mental, and emotional health, they may be able to maintain independence throughout the course of their lives. Unfortunately, the ravages of time…
According to AARP, more than 42 million American adults, mostly women, provide unpaid care to an aging parent or relative. Family caregivers often become so focused on managing their loved one’s health and financial needs that they forget to plan…
According to the National Alliance for Caregiving, roughly 7 million adults are long-distance caregivers, typically providing care for aging parents who live more than an hour away. Long-distance caregiving can be challenging, especially when your loved one experiences a change…
How do you know who the right caregiver is? There are a few steps you can take to help make your selection confidently. 57% of seniors over age 70 do not find it very easy to live alone. Many need…