The Elder Care Alliance Blog

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Where you’ll find a variety of age-related topics. Learning is one of our values at Elder Care Alliance. We are empowered through a culture of learning and growth, committed to providing opportunities for our team members and those we serve to grow. Browse our latest posts or choose a filter to see posts about the topics that mean the most to you.

heart healthy activities for older adults

Heart-Healthy Activities for Seniors

Feb 12, 2023

At Elder Care Alliance, we care deeply about the heart health of all our residents. We know that maintaining good heart health involves living a healthy lifestyle. In addition to eating a…

indicators of heart disease

Indicators of Heart Disease in Older Adults

Feb 5, 2023

The heart is an incredible organ that keeps the body running by pumping oxygenated blood through it. As humans age, their heart muscles naturally become weaker and more susceptible to heart attack,…

how much exercise

How Much Exercise Is Too Much for Older Adults?

Jan 29, 2023

Adequate exercise is important throughout all phases of life. Physical activity is required to keep our bodies and minds functioning optimally. Those who live sedentary lifestyles are more likely to suffer from…

technology and senior health

How Technology Can Improve Senior Health

Jan 22, 2023

Many people are under the impression that it’s natural to become less informed about technology as you age. But this doesn’t have to be the case. Senior health and technology can go…

Exercises for older adults

5 Easy Exercises for Older Adults

Jan 17, 2023

Exercise is important for people in all stages of life, especially seniors. Here are five easy senior exercises Elder Care Alliance recommends for staying fit and healthy as you age. 1. Sit…

Team Member Spotlight Shannon Nevins

Team Member Spotlight: Shannon Nevins

Jan 6, 2023

Every month we invite one of our team members to sit down with us and tell us more about their journey to Elder Care Alliance, their role now, and their insights into…

Dementia during the holidays

How to Handle Dementia Over the Holidays

Dec 18, 2022

The holidays are a rich and meaningful time when families get together and create lasting memories. If you have a loved one with dementia, you may need to make some adaptations to…

Spirituality as we age

Spirituality and Quality of Life for Seniors

Dec 11, 2022

As people age, it’s common for their quality of life to decline somewhat. But because this is a common occurrence, that doesn’t mean it’s inevitable. Spirituality may be the key to maintaining…

Team Member Spotlight on Rev. Rebecca Anderson, Spiritual Care Director, Mercy Retirement & Care CEnter

Team Member Spotlight: Rev. Rebecca Anderson

Dec 6, 2022

Every month, we invite one of our team members to sit down with us and tell us more about their journey to Elder Care Alliance, their role now, and their insights into…