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.
Support and Activities for Older Adults who Enjoy Solitude
Social isolation has serious risks for older adults. Individuals who have minimal contact with friends or family members are at higher risk of illness and death, and they experience higher health care…
Join the City’s Senior Pilot Transportation Program
Need a ride? There’s still time to participate in the city’s Senior Rides program! The City of San Mateo Senior Rides Pilot Transportation Program offers affordable transportation service to adults over the…
June Is Men’s Health Month
During Men’s Health Month in June, the White House and the federal government encourage early detection of diseases affecting men. The campaign also raises awareness of preventable health problems and the benefits…
7 Tips to Keep Older Adults Safe this Summer
Summer has arrived, providing welcome relief from spring allergies. While having fun this summer, there are some seasonal safety considerations for older adults. June is National Safety Month, when the National Safety…
Striving for Real Change
“Hey! Hey! Golden State! Take a look at your poverty rate!” On May 8th, our executive director, Krista Lucchesi, traveled with a group of our senior volunteers to Sacramento, California, the state…
Elder Care Alliance is thrilled to announce The Villa Challenge: Redesigning Space to Support Aging In Place.
When we first visited The Villa at San Mateo, a rental community for 55+, we knew immediately it was a gem. This building’s mid-century modern architecture is a favorite of 1950’s design…
The Villa Challenge: Redesigning Space to Support Aging in Place
Calling all creatives! Help us re-imagine unused space at the iconic Villa Hotel, a major entertainment venue back in its 1950s heyday. Now home to The Villa at San Mateo, we’re inviting…
Retirement? Nope, Not Just Yet
What does retirement mean for you? For many older adults, it means continuing to work — whether full-time or part-time. An increasing number of Americans over the age of 65 are choosing…
Smiles, Volunteerism & Intergenerational Connections
Elder Care Alliance’s vision of engaging hearts, transforming lives and erasing boundaries was on full display recently when AlmaVia of San Francisco elders partnered with elementary school students to help feed the…