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While caring for a loved one with a chronic health condition is a serious endeavor, remembering to laugh and interject humor into your daily lives benefits both the patient and caregiver.

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When faced with a situation we did not expect, most of us either panicked or steadfastly declared that we could do it all, regardless of the burden.  Asking for help is sometimes not that easy and not that cheap.

When the need arises to get more people involved in the care of the loved one, you need to know what is available and the appropriate care for the family member needing the help.

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A week after the snow stopped falling, the majority of the east coast is still digging out from one of the largest blizzards in U.S. history. The record-breaking storm dropped as much as three feet of snow in areas throughout the Mid-Atlantic States and left hundreds of thousands of people without power for days. Blizzards like this can leave a winter wonderland in their wake but can also pose a very real danger for home care patients and PCAs that traveling through the deadly conditions.

We’ve been fortunate this winter to not have any major storms hit the Twin Cities area. However, we all know the headaches a major winter storm can cause and the importance of planning ahead. Having a plan for winter storms is especially for individuals that depend on daily in home supportive services. Here are some ways personal care assistants and family caregivers can help their patients prepare for a winter storm...

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It’s normal to hang onto sentimental keepsakes and memories from our lives, and this is even more true for older adults and seniors who have more precious times to remember! However, when it goes too far and leads to people living in extremely cluttered or dirty living situations, it could be a sign of hoarding.

Here’s what hoarding is, what makes it dangerous, and how to broach the topic with seniors in your care.

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Smartphones, TVs, computers, and tablets consumer our daily lives. In fact, Americans spend an average of 10 hours a day staring at a screen. Whether used for work or entertainment, technological devices have quickly become an integral part of our daily lives. Part of the allure of these devices is their ease of use and accessibility to nearly any content the user desires. However, studies have also shown that staring at a backlit screen for long periods can have adverse effects on brain patterns and strain our eyes.

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Best Home Care specializes in helping seniors and persons with disabilities or special needs find their ideal homecare services. With our expertise, network, and resources, we can help you find the best home healthcare services in Minnesota.

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Caregivers can help improve the lives of seniors by helping them achieve a longer period of independence and self-sufficiency. One way caregivers can do this is by teaching them how to navigate the world of technology. 

Technology doesn’t need to be frustrating for an older adult. It can actually improve their quality of life! For example, staying connected with loved ones who live far away provides emotional healing and eases stress. And with a range of services and resources available online, such as virtual doctor visits, technology can also help seniors stay healthy. 

Of course, learning how to use new technology can be difficult for seniors, so use positivity, patience, and lots of practice to make tech more approachable. Here are five tips for creating a smooth and positive experience as you help teach seniors how to use technology. 

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We’ve been fortunate this winter not to have any major storms hit the Twin Cities area. However, we all know the headaches a major winter storm can cause and the importance of planning ahead. A plan for winter storms is especially important for individuals who depend on daily in-home supportive services. Here are some ways personal care assistants and family caregivers can help their patients prepare for a winter storm.

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If you have elderly loved ones who are in need of home care, you might also need the ability to make legal, financial, medical, and business decisions on their behalf. To protect them and their interests, obtaining power of attorney rights is the first step to being able to advocate on their behalf and support them for whatever lies ahead.

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