Family Matters Blog & Press
IADLs vs. ADLs: Taking a Look at Activities of Daily Living
One way that doctors measure how well a person can live on their own is to look at how they are able to perform when it comes to the instrumental activities of daily living vs. activities of daily living that…
Aging Parents Checklist: 5 Steps to Developing a Caregiving Plan
As the Baby Boomers continue to turn 65 by 10,000 a day, many individuals face the prospect of caring for aging parents. While conversations about a caregiving plan with an elderly loved one can be difficult, there are a few…
How to Deal with Dementia in a Parent: Caregiving & Coping Tips for Adult Children
The relationship between a parent and child is important and unique. It’s not uncommon for children to view their parents as caregivers and protectors, even well into adulthood. For some adults, parental figures remain a guiding light and constant support…
End of Life Planning Checklist: How to Plan for End of Life Care
End-of-life care is still somewhat of a taboo topic for Americans and is often associated with pain, sadness, and fear. But, in reality, as a person reaches the end of their life, they deserve to do so with dignity, respect,…
Why is Home Care Better Than a Nursing Home?
Aging is a natural and inevitable part of life. While time doesn’t slow down for anyone, it’s also natural for a child to begin worrying about their aging parent’s well-being. The process of aging tends to come with some physical…
Family Matters, Summer 2021 Magazine
At long last, California is open for business. After more than a year and a half of quarantine, isolation, and masks, we can see each other again, and experience the joy of one another’s company. It’s been a long haul…
