Carolina Moore

What is an Ombudsman?

The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is an advocate for residents of nursing homes, board-and-care homes and assisted living facilities. Under the federal Older Americans Act, every state is required to have an Ombudsman Program that addresses complaints and advo... Read >

Alzheimer’s and Dementia

What's the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia? The two terms are often used interchangeably, but there is a difference. Think of dementia as an umbrella that covers all types of cognitive decline, and Alzheimer’s disease as one of the many types... Read >

The Sandwich Generation

If you know someone who is juggling care needs for an aging parent, in addition to caring for their own children, then you know someone in the “sandwich" generation. These people find themselves “sandwiched" between two generations that need regular assis... Read >

Seniors Bullying Seniors – A Growing Problem

As the number of older adults grows, it appears that bullying among seniors is becoming a national problem. When the Akron Beacon Journal hosted a call-in program about bullying in northern Ohio, the number of seniors who dialed in revealed the increasing... Read >

Senior home care with homely environment

Over the last decade, the need for reliable homecare has increased. Several companies have emerged and promise to have become one of the most trusted providers of senior homecare needs and throughout the nation. Their claims to offer the best in home care... Read >

Quality in home care services provider

It takes a lot of effort and experience to create a niche for itself and enjoy a reputation of being a remarkable senior homecare services and in home care services provider. With an indelible focus on client satisfaction, those who work with you or your ... Read >

BNI, Favorite Networking Group of Always Best Care?

There is an old business adage that says, "People do business with people they know,like, and trust." It has been around so long that many business people debate who originally said it. Perhaps even more important than the name of the person who said it i... Read >

Understanding Leads to Better Medicine for Seniors

Medications can affect a senior’s cognitive ability, emotional stability, and balance. Some of the most common side effects of medication can be drowsiness, forgetfulness, anxiousness and depression. Oftentimes, as seniors experience these side effects, t... Read >

Understanding the Importance of Care Conferences

Chances are, if you have a senior in your life who has spent any time in a skilled nursing facility, stayed at an assisted living community, or has received in-home care, you will be familiar with the two word combination of Care Conference. What exactly ... Read >

How to Enjoy a Healthy and Pain Free Holiday Season

As the holidays approach, we all want to enjoy our special time with family and friends. According to Mary Weathers, who is a Registered Nurse and Franchise Owner with Always Best Care Senior Services in Flagler County, Florida, there are ways to enjoy th... Read >

Avoiding Sibling Feuds Over Elder Care

As people age, their health problems can worsen. This can complicate the lives and sixball juggle of their children. The concern over a situation of an elderly parent can not only affect the children, but also the relationships between those children. Whe... Read >

Ten Creative Ways to Recognize and Encourage Professional Growth in Employees

In the hustle and bustle of managing employees, many supervisors find themselves relying on their team to keep everything moving. Many would love to reward their team with a salary increase or a huge unexpected bonus. However, in these trying financial ti... Read >

Respite Care - Just What the Doctor Ordered

Respite care is short term care that helps a family take a break from the daily routine and stress of caring for a loved one. It can be provided in the client's home or in a variety of out-of-home settings. With time to focus on other things and being a... Read >

A Guide to Gaining Referrals for Your Home Care Business

Targeting the many different healthcare professionals that work with patients each day is a major component in the marketing plans of all successful home care companies. It is essential that home care providers maintain an updated list of referral source... Read >

Grand Openings Can Be a Short-Cut to Sales

One of the most important components of a new franchise is the grand opening. Unfortunately, grand openings are often ignored. Franchisees spend considerable money on office space and supplies, vehicles, computer equipment and other items that do not d... Read >