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.

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CCA Fellow smashes stereotypes through work with Mercy memory care residents

Mar 23, 2018

When Andrea Uribe began working last November with memory care residents at Mercy Retirement & Care Center, the stereotypes she knew about older adults with cognitive impairment were quickly dismantled. Uribe, a…

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“The Lost Torah” donated to AlmaVia of San Rafael

Mar 23, 2018

The Fuerstenau/Hamburger/Kodmur Torah had a fascinating and extensive journey before making its way to a special display case at AlmaVia of San Rafael. Here’s the story: This Torah, this sacred scroll, was…

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AlmaVia of San Francisco Memory Care Director Receives Excellence in Service Award

Mar 21, 2018

Congratulations to Memory Care Director Josie Davis, who was named Outstanding Department Director by the California Assisted Living Association (CALA). The Northern California Excellence in Service Award honors exceptional department directors who…

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Dementia-Specific Advance Directives and Health Care Decisions Day

Mar 21, 2018

If you’ve provided care for a loved one living with dementia, you know how important it is to tackle the discussion of how medical decisions will be made as cognitive abilities decline…

Senior nutrition to improve brain function for seniors

Improving Brain Function Through Nutrition

Mar 21, 2018

A growing body of evidence supports a strong relationship between cardiovascular problems and cognitive decline, including Alzheimer’s disease. People with subclinical cardiovascular disease are at higher risk for Alzheimer’s and other forms…

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Dementia caregiver class focuses on safety, care planning, financial, legal matters

Mar 21, 2018

The California Central Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association is offering a free “Care Planning, Financial and Legal Matters, Safety Issues and Driving” workshop on April 17 at AlmaVia of Camarillo. The workshop…

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April is Minority Health Month

Mar 21, 2018

According to the latest U.S. Census, minority individuals constitute about 36 percent of the population. Overall health and life expectancy have improved for most older adults in recent years, but some minority…

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Community

Mar 19, 2018

One of my favorite parts about working for Mercy Brown Bag is working with all of the amazing volunteers and seeing them work together. There is so much joy, collaboration, and love…

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National Nutrition Month and Eating Right for Your Lifestyle

Feb 22, 2018

Experts offer plenty of advice on optimal eating, but the truth is that one size does not fit all when it comes to maintaining a healthy diet. Individual nutrition needs vary, and…