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Caregiver Connection
This podcast is for caregivers and families seeking advice and inspiration on caring for someone with a mental or physical disability. It is hosted by Best Care, a Minnesota-based home care agency that has provided home and community-based services since 2005. Join us to discuss ideas, tips, and educational resources to support caregivers and their families. NOTE: The content on this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice or…
Episodes
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How to Keep Home Care Cool This Summer - Best Care
Hot Minnesota weather means there are plenty of long summer days to enjoy, but these warmer days can also really impact the quality of life for care…
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Best Care Offers Resources And Support for Caregivers' Health - Best Care
Best Care provides resources and support for the physical and emotional health of home caregivers. Providing in home care can take a dramatic toll on the…
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Best Care Offers Resources And Support for Caregivers' Health - Best Care
Best Home Care provides resources and support for the physical and emotional health of home caregivers. Providing in home care can take a dramatic toll on the…
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Resources for CFSS Participants in Minnesota - Best Care
As Minnesota transitions to Community First Services and Supports (CFSS), having access to the right resources can make your journey smoother and more…
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Understanding Your Caregiver Responsibilities - Best Care
Becoming a caregiver is often a labor of love. What other job allows you to help people each and every day, making sure they enjoy the best quality of life…
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How to Get Power of Attorney for Elderly Parents - Best Care
If you have elderly parents who need home care, you might also need the ability to make legal, financial, medical, and business decisions on their behalf…
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Social Activities for Seniors Staying Connected - Best Care
Maintaining healthy social and emotional connections is important for people of all ages, but as we age, this can become challenging. Physical limitations…
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Understanding Your Caregiver Responsibilities - Best Care
Becoming a caregiver is often a labor of love. What other job allows you to help people each and every day, making sure they enjoy the best quality of life…
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How to Become a PCA for a Family Member in Minnesota - Best Care
Are you caring for a loved one? Did you know you can get paid to be a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) for a family member? Many people provide unpaid care for…
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Senior Care Technology Advancements - Best Care
Advancements in senior care technology have grown by leaps and bounds in recent years, offering new ways to ensure our loved ones remain safe, healthy, and…
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How Many Hours Can a PCA Work in Minnesota - Best Care
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a scientifically proven approach that uses positive reinforcement to encourage constructive social behaviors in…
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Using ABA Therapy Techniques - Best Care
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a scientifically proven approach that uses positive reinforcement to encourage constructive social behaviors in…
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New Beginnings Caring for a Family Member after an Amputation - Best Care
Whether your loved one has undergone an amputation as a result of a combat injury or as a result of peripheral vascular disease, your family member will need…
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New Research Reveals a Surprising Benefit of Caregiving - Best Care
Family caregivers often hear stories about the hardships their role; however, a recently published study found when done well, caring for a loved one has the…
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5 Benefits of Attentive Home Care for Kids - Best Care
When it comes to kids, every parent and caregiver wants the best. For some kids, an extra dash of attentive care can go a long way. For example, for children…
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Can My Child Benefit from Pediatric Home Care - Best Care
Parents only want what's best for their children. But many don't realize what options are out there in terms of support and guidance. For example, home care…
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Support for Children with Medical Complexity - Best Care
Medical complexity refers to multiple chronic conditions in a child that requires ongoing medical management and coordination of care. These conditions may…
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Managing OCD in Children Through Home Care - Best Care
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in children is not just a phase they will outgrow; it is a mental health condition that requires careful management and…
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ADHD and Exhaustion: Providing Care for Children - Best Care
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common developmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness. As a…
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Speech Therapy for Autism - Best Care
Autism speech therapy is a specialized service that helps individuals with autism improve both verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Speech therapy is…
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Give Thanks for Intergenerational Living! - Best Care
At Best Home Care, we strive to stay up to date on the latest developments in providing the best quality home care possible, whether that is homecare for the…
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MN CFSS Transition Guide: Navigating Caregiving Changes - Best Care
In early 2024, the U.S. government approved replacing Personal Care Assistance (PCA) services with a program called Community First Services and Supports…
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Spring Into Spring! Five Ways to Get Active with an Elderly Home Care Client - Best Care
Spring is in the air in Minnesota! As we start to enjoy the warmer weather, it's also a perfect chance to re-evaluate the activity level of your elderly home…
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Home Care vs. Assisted Living: Understanding Your Options - Best Care
As your loved ones age, you will notice signs that they need extra care and assistance. Perhaps they're having trouble keeping up with household chores, or…
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6 Tips for Post-Stroke Care at Home - Best Care
Caring for a stroke survivor at home requires patience, understanding, and proactive planning. Family caregivers can foster a supportive home environment that…
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Navigating Home Care for Children with Autism: A Comprehensive Guide - Best Care
As parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it's natural to have concerns about how to provide the best home care for your child. Developing a…
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Nutritional Drinks for Seniors - Best Care
As we age, maintaining proper nutrition can become challenging. Many people experience reduced appetites, lower activity levels, and slower digestive systems…
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Using ABA Therapy Techniques - Best Care
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a scientifically proven approach that uses positive reinforcement to encourage constructive social behaviors in…
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Home Care for Veterans: What You Need to Know - Best Care
At Best Care, we have immense respect and gratitude for the sacrifices made by our veterans, active service members, and their families. When it comes to our…
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Spring Cleaning Tips for the Elderly in Homecare Services - Best Care
While we hope you've been making the most of the beautiful spring weather, one necessary evil of springtime you may be dealing with is spring cleaning. Spring…
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Talking to Your Parents About Home Care - Best Care
We've just made it through another holiday season, where you most likely found yourself spending extra time with loved ones. For many adults, it can be…
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Tax Rules for Family Caregivers - Best Care
Tax Day may be coming up, but it's never too early to start preparing your tax return. Tax rules for family caregivers can mean you could deduct certain costs…
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How Respite Helps Cure Caregiver Burnout - Best Care
One of the biggest challenges that caregivers face in their line of work is burnout. Caregiver burnout is a serious problem as it not only impacts the mental…
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Types of Home Care Services - Best Care
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…
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Home Safety Tips for Seniors - Best Care
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…
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What Is Occupational Therapy? - Best Care
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…
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Infant Chronic Lung Disease - Best Care
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…
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Does My Child Qualify for Pediatric Homecare Services? Best Care
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…
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How to Reduce Food Waste - A Caregiver's Guide - Best Care
As a caregiver, you constantly juggle responsibilities, striving to provide the best care for your loved ones. Cooking is an essential part of your…
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Caregiver Appreciation Gift Ideas - Best Care
Caregivers are truly indispensable! They provide essential, ongoing support and comfort to those who need it. Recognizing their efforts through caregiver…
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Respite Care Providers Explained - Best Care
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…
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March Is Multiple Sclerosis Month - Best Care
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…
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Feeling Valued as a Family Caregiver - Best Care
Family caregiving is becoming increasingly common. Middle-aged adults are finding themselves providing home care for their baby boomer parents while raising…
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What Is Post Caregiver Syndrome? - Best Care
There are many challenges faced by family caregivers and Personal Care Assistants (PCAs). Caregiving can be a lonely and demanding job, and it's no secret that…
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Home Care After Hip Replacement Surgery - Best Care
According to UCI Health, by 2030, the total number of hip replacements performed in the United States is expected to have increased by more than 600% since…
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Cooking for Seniors: Support for Safe and Independent Meals - Best Care
The ability to prepare food is one of life's most basic activities, and can be a wonderful hobby for improving the home health of seniors. Cooking is a…
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Heart Health Awareness Month: Heart Health Tips for Seniors Best-Care
February is Heart Health Awareness Month. So, the team at Best Care wants to share some tips on heart health for seniors. According to the CDC, one person dies…
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Home Care Support for Blind and Visually Impaired - Best Care
Vision loss and different types of eye problems afflict many Americans of all ages. Seniors are particularly affected, with about half the number of blind…
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Financial Scams in Home Health Care - Best Care
A sad trend over the last decade is the prevalence of financial fraud by home healthcare providers. Hundreds of millions of Medicaid dollars are paid for…
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Tips for Avoiding Food Poisoning in Home Care - Best Care
Food poisoning can be a serious health issue for older adults because they have a higher chance of developing complications and a severe illness. Caregivers…
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What Can Home Care Do For You? Find Support for Persons with Mental Illnesses - Best Care
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, over 18% of American adults suffer from a mental disability. Even more surprising is that 1 in 5 children…
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Caring for Someone with Bipolar Disorder - Best Care
Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health condition that affects millions worldwide, presenting unique challenges for both individuals and those who care for…
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Support for Spiraling Depression - Best Care
Caring for someone who is experiencing spiraling depression can feel overwhelming. This condition affects not just the individual dealing with their mental…
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Transportation Services for Disabled Adults - Best Care
Navigating daily life can be challenging for individuals with disabilities, especially when it comes to getting around the community to run errands, attend…
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How To Get A Service Dog For Your Disability - Best Care
At Best Care, we understand the importance of maximizing the quality of life for people with physical or mental disabilities. For many families, service dogs…
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Pneumonia Symptoms in Elderly People - Best Care
When it comes to pneumonia in older adults, recognizing the symptoms early can significantly influence their recovery and increase their likelihood of…
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The Importance of Play and Recreation in Pediatric Home Care - Best Care
In pediatric home care, creating an environment that fosters play and recreation is crucial for a child's overall well-being and development. While the child's…
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Caregiver's Guide to Family Holiday Stress - Best Care
No matter which holidays you're celebrating this month, there's bound to be travel, extra events and commitments, shopping and volunteering, and opportunities…
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Give Back and Get Involved with Your Community This Holiday - Best Care
December is an exciting time of year. The air is filled with childish wonder as stores stock their shelves with the latest toys and stunning holiday…
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DIY Christmas Gift Baskets - Best Care
It's a magical time of the year—a season for love and joy! And for those who celebrate with a tradition of giving gifts, many gift exchanges are already in…