Caregiver Connection

Finding the proper home care for yourself or a loved one can be challenging. Whether supporting a senior, a child with special needs, or an adult with a disability, choosing a service that best meets individual needs while providing comfort and quality of life is essential.

Let’s dig into our guide to understanding the different types of in-home care services, to help you determine which option might be the best fit for your situat...

As our loved ones age, they want to maintain independence by living at home, but safety
becomes more of a concern. For seniors, a safe living environment is crucial to retaining
well-being and preventing accidents.

This comprehensive guide offers practical advice and home safety tips for older adults, aiming
to make their homes safer, reduce possible risks, and provide peace of mind for family
members.

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At Best Care, we will always be advocates for independence and dignity in caregiving. Part of the role of a caregiver is to support recipients of care to live life how they want to and on their own terms.

Occupational therapy is one way of doing that, as it works to help empower people to both mentally and physically regain control over areas of their lives that they might be missing out on.

In honor of Occupational Therapy Month t...

When it comes to taking care of babies who arrive ahead of schedule, the path may include unexpected challenges, which can consist of chronic lung disease.

Also known as bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), this condition is defined as follows:

 “...a breathing disorder in premature infants where the infa...

Being a parent is a life-changing responsibility that presents both joyful and stressful challenges. If your child has special needs or is living with a medical condition that requires round-the-clock care, the role of parenting can quickly become overwhelming—especially if you have other children in your family to support.

According to the National Organization on Disability, approximately one-fifth of Americans—this includes both...

As a caregiver, you constantly juggle responsibilities, striving to provide the best care for your loved ones. Cooking is an essential part of your responsibilities. 

But have you thought about what to do with food waste? It's easy to overlook the amount of food that goes uneaten, but it adds up over time, leading to wasted financial resources, too. 

April is Earth Month, which reminds us of our shared responsibility toward sustain...

Caregivers are truly indispensable! They provide essential, ongoing support and comfort to those who need it. Recognizing their efforts through caregiver appreciation gestures is a nice way to boost morale and strengthen the caregiver-client relationship.

Let’s explore caregiver appreciation ideas and gift options that will help you convey your heartfelt thanks.

Thoughtful Caregiver Appreciation Gift Ideas

Tangible gifts c...

Understanding the variety of cerebral palsy home care options available is vital for families navigating this journey, as no two will have the same experience. Cerebral palsy (CP), a group of disorders affecting muscle tone and movement, requires customized approaches to care.

This comprehensive guide explores various options, with a focus on creating supportive, effective home environments.

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Caring for a loved one with needs - whether due to age, illness, or disability - can be overwhelming. Respite care providers play an important role by offering relief to these primary caregivers.

But what are respite care services? Let’s talk about respite care providers so you can understand their importance, what respite care services are, and how you can benefit from them.

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The need for excellent home care for people with multiple sclerosis is clear. Nearly 1 million people are living with MS in the United States, according to a study funded by the National MS Society, and this number is growing. 

There are unique challenges to caring for people with MS and their families are looking for help in dealing with these difficulties. The unpredictable nature of this debilitating disease takes a heavy toll o...

Minnesotans are left to face winter’s cold, gritting teeth. For some, this weather means snowmobiling, skiing, and other fun outdoor activities but for others, Frigid temperatures can be downright dangerous or even deadly. 

This time of year, our immune systems tend to struggle, and the risk of sickness greatly increases. Combine this with hazardous and icy environments, and it’s amazing that anyone has the guts to face a Minnesota...

Family caregiving is becoming increasingly common. Middle-aged adults are finding themselves providing home care for their baby boomer parents while raising children of their own.

Add to this a full-time work schedule and endless other commitments, and it’s easy for family caregivers to find themselves overworked and overwhelmed. Home caregivers in these situations will often fall victim to caregiver stress - a physical and emotion...