Did you know that 1 in 4 women experience domestic violence in her lifetime?* An estimated 1.3 million women are victims of physical assault by an intimate partner each year. This means we all know many, many women who are part of this statistic. The effects of witnessing domestic violence …

One of the best parts about the holidays is the amount of free time that becomes available and we want to help you make the most of it! Schools are on break and valuable time off is awarded from work. Although we may be on vacation mode, life goes on …

November is upon us so let the madness of the holidays begin! This is a time of year for gathering together with loved ones and showing them we care. Though not everyone can make the treks to the holiday parties, we believe everyone deserves a piece of the holiday pie. …

When it comes time to considering living options for our loved ones, we believe staying at home should be given top priority. Our homes are where our lives take place and as we get older, this sense of familiarity brings comfort, having a positive impact on relationships, health and finances. …

  Our bones mean everything to us. We must nurture them for mobility, comfort and ultimately independence. Most of us are familiar with the idea that consuming Calcium is the best way to maintain our skeleton but do we know how to get the most of this important mineral? Calcium …

For some, the scariest thing someone can do is ask for help. Whether it’s the fear of showing weakness or admitting that they had unrealistic, wishful thinking, asking for and accepting help takes great strength. Learning to accept the help loved ones offer can be a big hurdle but it …

  When our parents are aging, most of us children tend to go into a period of denial. This can be denial about their lifestyle or living situation, or it can be about their overall health. Maybe mom and dad aren’t caring for themselves as well as they should be, …

*Written by Abigael W. Family Best Care has worked hard to gain our reputation for outstanding client and caregiver relationships. We do not settle for mediocre when it comes to the care of your loved one and your family. In fact, one of the main benefits of partnering with us …

Summers screams adventure, and being outdoors. A great and healthy way to stay active this summer is to go hiking. Here are some GREAT benefits of hiking.   Hiking is tremendous for your overall health.  Such aerobic exercise is known to improve your cardiovascular health, lower the risk of coronary …

Summer is officially here and we want to give you a few tips to help you stay healthy and beat the heat. Stay Hydrated: In the heat your body tends to lose more water leading to dehydration. Our bodies need at least 8 glasses of water to stay hydrated per …