Because health-span is as important as lifespan.

THE BALANCED CARE METHOD™

The elders of Okinawa live longer and healthier than any other people in the world.The Balanced Care Method™ is based on thescientifically studied lifestyle choices of thelongest—and healthiest—living population onEarth. The Balanced Care Method is uniquebecause it focuses as much on quality of life ason longevity—emphasizing healthy nutrition,physical and mental exercise, and a purposefuland calm lifestyle. Home Care Assistance isproud to train our caregivers in the BalancedCare Method and provide the premier in-homecare solution for older adults.

The Balanced Care Method promotessmart lifestyle choices.Healthy Nutrition. A high-fiber, plant-based, low protein diet that emphasizes fruits, vegetablesand foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids andflavonoids promotes good health. Our caregiversencourage healthy eating by preparing nutritiousmeals while taking into account dietarypreferences and restrictions.

Physical and Mental Stimulation. Activeseniors are happier and healthier as they age.Our caregivers are trained to encourage regularphysical activity and mental stimulation and aresensitive to any individual limitations. Theseactivities help to delay memory loss and muscleloss and to encourage independence.

Sense of Purpose. Seniors with a calm andpurposeful lifestyle are better equipped to avoidstress, disease and symptoms of depression. Ourcaregivers bring meaning and purpose to seniors’lives by engaging them in their favorite topics,hobbies and activities. One of the primarychallenges of aging is a sense of isolation andwithdrawal, particularly when mobility issues ordifficulty driving creates barriers to socialization.Home Care Assistance caregivers providecompanionship and a natural partner for theactivities seniors enjoy, allowing them to maintaintheir independence and quality of life.

About Home Care Assistance Our mission at Home Care Assistance is tochange the way the world ages. We provideolder adults with quality care that enables themto live happier, healthier lives at home. Ourservices are distinguished by the caliber of ourcaregivers, the responsiveness of our staff andour expertise in Live-In care. We embrace apositive, balanced approach to aging centeredon the evolving needs of older adults.

We train our caregivers in the Balanced CareMethod to promote overall health and maximumindependence for seniors. Families enjoy peace ofmind knowing their loved ones are aging safelyand comfortably in their own homes. Contact ustoday to learn more about our Balanced CareMethod, our home care services and Happy to 102:The Best Kept Secrets to a Long and Happy Life,an informative book on the lifestyle choices thatimprove long-term health.

1-866-4-LIVEIN • 1-866-454-8346 • www.HomeCareAssistance.com

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