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12/17/2025

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the weight of caring for someone you love, you're not alone! It’s important to know that help is available.

In this article from the AARP, Lee Woodruff, a renowned author and caregiver advocate, shares honest, hard-won wisdom on navigating the anxiety that so often accompanies caregiving. Her insights offer both validation and practical strategies to help you protect your own well-being while continuing to show up for those who need you most.

It’s a great read, especially if you’re feeling stuck in the weeds right now: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/life-balance/lee-woodruff-caregiver-anxiety/

12/15/2025

Each year, thousands of seniors face a challenging shift when they are about to be released from the hospital, after an illness, surgery, or injury, and are about to head home. Many find themselves caught between the structured support of medical facilities and the desire to regain independence in their own space. Are they ready to be on their own, or do they need some type of transitional care?

With the right planning and support, an elderly adult can maintain the progress achieved during medical treatment while adapting to life at home. Proper support can make the difference between successful healing and potential setbacks.

Transitional home care creates an essential bridge to independent living, and you can read all about it in our new blog.

Discover how transitional home care can help when moving from a hospital setting back home. Learn how PCAs can help & find tips for making an easier adjustment.

12/12/2025

The holiday season is well underway, but this merry season can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially for kids with disabilities.

That’s why malls around America are coming together to offer a sensory-friendly Santa experience held outside of regular shopping hours. The event, called Santa Cares, offers reduced sound, adjusted lighting, smaller crowds, and shorter wait times.

Click the link to find a Santa Cares event near you: https://santacares.whereissanta.com/

Create Holiday Magic

12/10/2025

Knowing when to limit or stop your loved one’s driving can be a complicated and emotional issue, but it’s a topic that a lot of caregivers need to consider at some point.

Join AARP on December 17th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm for the "We Need to Talk" free live virtual seminar for tips to help you assess your loved ones’ driving skills and tools to help you have these important conversations. If this is a decision you’ll be facing soon, don’t miss this webinar!

Register here: https://events.aarp.org/event/a890bf9c-e7e9-4340-aa6f-60f808725379/summary

12/08/2025

Falling down represents one of the most significant health risks for aging adults, because falls put seniors at risk for serious injuries. That’s why, as a caregiver, it’s important to assess your loved one’s environment for hazards and take extra lifestyle precautions to keep them safe.

This guide is designed to help you understand fall prevention interventions and explore practical strategies to help reduce fall risks. The goal is to keep your loved one safe and healthy, while also helping them maintain independence and quality of life.

Learn what to do as a caretaker when your client falls. Discover tips for helping seniors stay safe and gain strength to prevent future falls.

12/05/2025

Finding the right care support for yourself or a loved one shouldn't feel overwhelming. Best Care's experienced team walks you through every available option under Minnesota's CFSS program.

We're here to help you understand your choices! Let us show you how to access the support you deserve:

https://bestcaremn.com/

12/02/2025

If you struggle with eating because of sensory issues, anxiety around new foods, trouble recognizing hunger, or feeling like meals take more energy than they give, you’re not alone.

AuSM and the Autism Society of Greater Wisconsin are co-hosting a virtual workshop that addresses these issues – and more! It might be for you if:
✔️ Eating feels stressful, exhausting, painful, or unpredictable
✔️ You’ve wondered whether your experiences “count” as an eating disorder
✔️ You’ve been dismissed or misunderstood by providers before
✔️ You want support that respects your neurotype, without shame, pressure, or judgment
✔️ You’re supporting a friend, partner, or community member who is autistic and struggling with eating

Join AuSM and the Autism Society of Greater Wisconsin on December 4th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to learn more about the overlap between eating disorders and autism, and what you can do to recover.

Register here:

Date: Dec. 4, 2025; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Presented by: Heather Gallivan, PsyD, LP (she/her), Zephyr James (any pronouns), Andrea Zuellig, PhD, LP (she/her)…

12/01/2025

Caring for others brings deep fulfillment, but it can also drain your physical and emotional reserves. We work with caregivers every day who struggle with burnout, because this work can really take a toll on your health.

Whether you're supporting an aging parent, a child with special needs, or a loved one with disabilities, you are at risk of burnout. This guide will cover the warning signs of caregiver burnout and some practical steps you can take to mitigate its effects: https://bestcaremn.com/blog/identifying-and-mitigating-caregiver-burnout/

Remember, you are not alone! Our team is here to help you maintain your well-being while providing quality care.

Caregivers often deal with burnout, but it doesn't have to be that way. Discover the symptoms of caregiver burnout and learn how to prevent feeling overwhelmed.

11/29/2025

🗣️ Tell us about a Minnesota small business you're proud to support, this Small Business Saturday!

11/27/2025

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving!

We are grateful to work alongside so many wonderful colleagues, caregivers, and clients, and we hope you’re spending time with those you love most, this weekend. ❤️

11/26/2025

Have you ever participated in therapeutic horseback riding? A casual ride can come with some serious benefits!

Just ask We Can Ride, Inc., a therapeutic horse farm right here in Minnesota. The Maple Plain farm recently celebrated its 43rd anniversary.

Read more about how those with disabilities are benefiting: https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/we-can-ride-horseback-riding-maple-plain/

11/24/2025

Not everyone understands what it’s like to care for a child who is living with disabilities. You may often feel isolated, unsupported, and overwhelmed.

At Best Care, we pride ourselves on meeting you where you are and getting you the help you need to provide the best possible care and accommodations for you, your child, and your family.

Whether you need to start receiving services, chat with a home care expert, or simply find out what support is out there for you, we are here to help. Reach out today, so we can help you have a better tomorrow!