Do you have a parent or loved one who is in need of a senior living facility or care center? It’s easy to become overwhelmed when trying to choose the best for someone you love. To help simplify the process, here are some of the most common senior living options along with brief descriptions. Adult…
Live life to the fullest: Why physical fitness is important at every age
We hear “take it easy” often, especially directed toward older adults. But that may not be the best advice. Many health concerns are linked to a sedentary lifestyle. Movement can improve overall health and enjoyment of life. The body reacts positively to exercise. In addition to the endorphin boost, exercise helps loosen and strengthen muscles,…
Four steps to stay safe in hot weather
As the warmest days of summer are upon us, it is important to be aware of hot weather safety for seniors. In Minnesota, we tend to put more focus toward keeping the elderly safe in the bitter cold winter months than ensuring their safety on the hottest summer days. A recent article on FoxDetroit.com discusses…
A gift that can’t be wrapped: spending the holidays at home
The holidays are a very special time to spend with family. This season provides the opportunity to reflect on memories made, and think of the times to come. You may recall the cherished memory of visiting grandma and grandpa’s house during the holidays, or growing up having a cozy holiday season with mom and dad…
Spreading the message about senior home care with happy clients
In this Star Tribune article, “Senior home care firm aims for growth,” it is apparent that Dorothy Muffett, founder and owner of Baywood Home Care has a passion for serving seniors. Since this company’s inception more than 13 years ago, she has enabled seniors to “live how and where they want to live.” Through her…
Safe At Home – Making Your Home More Secure
Practical advice for making your home more secure By Dorothy Muffett Karen Freer was thrilled when her mother-in-law, at age 87, was able to return to the comforts of her own home following surgery to repair a fractured hip. “She was able to avoid going into a long-term care facility with the help of some…
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When it comes to seniors being able to choose to stay in their homes instead of moving into a nursing home or assisted living, sometimes the situation just requires a little creativity. It also helps to have the expertise of an agency such as Baywood Home Care, whose well-trained and experienced staff knows the right…
Baywood Brings Nursing Home-Level Care to Homes
“We do a lot of things, but our specialty is nursing home care at home,” shares Baywood Home Care’s founder and president, Dorothy Muffett. There is something about living in one’s own home that provides a sense of security and independence. Baywood Home Care focuses on providing high quality in-home care services, allowing seniors the…
Filling a Need for Seniors and their Families
The KYCR-AM Minneapolis Business Forum Show radio interview with Baywood Home Care’s Dorothy Muffett offers so many valuable insights that the show was split into two segments. In the second segment, host Kevin Hunter starts by sharing that he thinks that Baywood’s services provide a more dignified type of care than some other providers. Finding…
Home Care, a Career Focused on People
Dorothy Muffett appeared as a special guest on the KYCR-AM Minneapolis Business Forum Show. In an interview with hosts Kevin Hunter and David Ford, she shares about her business background, and her journey as the founder and owner of Baywood Home Care. “We provide an alternative to moving to assisted living or a care center…