Best Care

Empower your caregiving journey with The Caregiver Connection podcast: https://bestcaremn.com/blog/caregiver-connection-podcast/

Adults with autism require meaningful support. At Best Care, we’re dedicated to providing comprehensive, non-medical home care services across the state of Minnesota.

Our latest blog provides some advice for families who have a family member with autism:

In-Home Care for Autistic Individuals | Best Care Is your adult living with autism in need of home care services? Learn which services they may qualify for and how to start the process.

Happy Halloween! Stay safe out there.

https://www.childrensmn.org/blog/safety-tips-trick-treating/

One dive off a boat in a Louisiana lake changed everything for Mark Raymond, Jr. After hitting his head on the bottom of the lake, he ended up paralyzed with no ability to walk or fully use his hands.

Two years after his accident, he has turned tragedy into triumph and is helping others do the same with his organization, the Split Second Foundation, and their gym for all abilities.

Read his story:

Man paralyzed in tragic accident changes lives through his gym: "They have a purpose" An accident at a lake changed Mark Raymond Jr.'s life in 2016. He's now using his experiences to help others just like him.

Get into the spooky spirit with your family, this week, with these eight kid-friendly Halloween movie recommendations. What would you add to our list?

8 Kid-Friendly Halloween Movies | Best Care Ready for a spooktacular homecare event? Check out this list of 8 kid-friendly Halloween movies that will delight and entertain.

Happy LGBT History Month!

Whether you’re an ally or a member of the LGBTQ+ community, now is the time to learn more about people of all sexualities, genders, and identities. Best Care wishes everyone a celebratory and enriching LGBT History Month.

Here's a great place to start: https://www.mnopedia.org/over-rainbow-queer-and-trans-history-minnesota

We've put together a new, helpful guide for people in Minnesota looking for a service dog. Take a look:

How To Get A Service Dog | Best Care Find out what it takes to get a service dog to aid with your disability and learn how to get your dog to become a registered service animal.

Daylight Savings is right around the corner! Here are some tips for helping your loved one with autism adjust:

How Does Fall Time Change Affect Autism | Best Care Changes in time can disrupt routines, especially for children with autism. Discover how to maintain a healthy routine during DST.

Join Best Care in celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)!

The Arc in Minnesota really shared: "NDEAM is a time to recognize the value and talent that workers with disabilities bring to workplaces and the economy. NDEAM reminds us of the importance of making sure people with disabilities have access to good jobs all year long."

Read more: https://thearc.org/blog/how-and-why-to-celebrate-national-disability-employment-awareness-month-october

Congratulations to our Employee of the Month, Shirley J.! She has been with Best Care since June 2022.

The shift to the CFSS program in Minnesota is a big deal, and we understand that many families may feel stressed, confused, or overwhelmed by the change.

But we didn’t become the most trusted home care agency in Minnesota by accident! You can rest assured that we will be here every step of the way to help you transition from PCA to CFSS.

Providing quality home care has always been our mission, and we're committed to helping families navigate the administrative end of CFSS, too.

If you have questions about how CFSS might affect your unique situation, please visit the link below or call us at 651-330-2550.

https://bestcaremn.com/services/cfss-community-first-services-and-supports/

Check out this quote:

The Caregiver Connection Podcast was created to offer advice and inspiration, but also to align topics that caregivers find useful!

➡️ Learn more and listen today: https://bestcaremn.com/blog/caregiver-connection-podcast/

Community First Services and Supports (CFSS) in Minnesota is an exciting new program that replaces the PCA (Personal Care Assistant) program and the Consumer Support Grant (CSG). It also offers additional benefits and advantages for care recipients.

As you make the transition to CFSS, one of the most crucial decisions is choosing between the CFSS agency model and the CFSS budget model. Best Care is here to guide you through the process and help you make an informed choice that best suits your needs.

Let’s explore each model's unique qualities to provide more insight into what might be the best fit for you.

CFSS Agency vs. The CFSS Budget Model | Best Care Explore the pros and cons of the CFSS budget model vs. a CFSS agency. Discover which CFSS model is the best fit for your needs and budget.

Making the decision to hire in-home help is not a small feat for any family. It's normal to have questions and concerns about hiring someone to care for your loved one.

This article breaks down the 10 essential steps and considerations to take to make sure you hire the best caregiver for your needs: https://bestcaremn.com/blog/hiring-the-best-caregiver/

Tips for Hiring a Caregiver for In-Home Help Learn how to hire a caregiver and ensure the best care for you or a loved one. Best Care can help make the process easier.

Looking for something new to watch? Check out "Patrice: The Movie" on Hulu!

This documentary tells the powerful story of one woman’s fight for marriage equality within the disability community:

New Hulu Documentary 'Patrice: The Movie' Highlights A Woman’s Fight for Marriage Equality Within Disability Community [TRAILER] | Blex Media 'Patrice: The Movie,' is a powerful documentary that spotlights one woman’s fight for marriage equality within the disability community.

You’ve probably heard of estate planning, but have you heard of long-term care planning?

In today’s fast-paced world, where so many of us are just trying to get through the day, it’s not uncommon to overlook the importance of planning for medical and non-medical care to help maintain our quality of life as we age.

In this blog, you'll learn about long-term care planning, why it’s important, and what you should do to get a head start:

Long-Term Care Planning | Best Care Get guidance on conservatorships with our expert advice. Learn everything you need to know about establishing and managing conservatorships.

Join us in celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day!

We at Best Care honor and respect Native Americans, the first inhabitants of our land, and celebrate their rich culture.

Our podcast covers a variety of topics for caregivers - from tips to help you as you care for others, to care for specific conditions. Don’t miss an episode of "Caregiver Connection"!

If you or a loved one is recovering from surgery or has a planned operation and will be facing some recovery time, today’s article will help you navigate the ins and outs of post-surgical home care.

Post-surgical care is a journey that extends well beyond the walls of the hospital. While each patient’s recovery process and timeline is unique, many people benefit greatly from getting in-home help after surgery.

Take a look:

Post-Surgery Home Care: What You Need to Know | Best Care Recovering from surgery? Temporary post-surgery home care ensures you receive support in the comfort of home from a trusted PCA caregiver.

CFSS is here! Learn everything you need to know on the Best Care website: https://bestcaremn.com/services/cfss-community-first-services-and-supports/

Are you a caregiver who provides care for someone aged 23+?

Join the Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota on the second Tuesday of every month for a virtual support group!

While caregiving is rewarding work, it can also be stressful and taxing.
During this virtual group, you’ll be able to connect with other caregivers and find the support you need:
https://dsamn.org/events/adultagegroup-2-2

Juggling the responsibilities of being a caregiver is very challenging.
Did you know that, in Minnesota, you have caregiver rights that encompass a range of legal protections and entitlements?

Check out this article for some help to understand exactly what your responsibilities could be and what types of tasks are best left to a medical professional:

https://bestcaremn.com/blog/rights-of-a-caregiver/

Concerned about the new CFSS program? Don’t be! Best Care is here to support caregivers, families, and care recipients through this transition.

Our website contains the answers to questions such as:

❓Am I eligible for CFSS?
❓What is the difference between CFSS and CDCS?
❓What agency can provide CFSS?
❓ What is a consultation provider with CFSS?
❓ When do I transition to CFSS?
… and more!

Visit our website today to get the answers you’re looking for and learn more about this Minnesota-wide transition:

https://bestcaremn.com/services/cfss-community-first-services-and-supports/