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As loved ones age they may need different types of physicians to manage their care. Chronic disease requires the care of specialists that can range from cardiologists to oncologists. But what type of physician should manage a senior’s overall care?…

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…

Palliative care is designed to improve quality of life and reduce pain and suffering for those with serious or life-threatening illnesses. It provides relief from the symptoms of the illness and helps to reduce the stress that comes from coping…

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…

As we age, our skin ages too. It experiences a lot over the years, from cuts and bruises to rashes and sunburns. All of those things age the skin and make it more susceptible to damage from the sun which…