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.
Creating Supportive Environments for LGBT Seniors
For LGBT elders, recent years have brought a welcome shift in attitudes — and more acceptance. In cities across the country, parades and celebrations marked Pride Month in June, and the festivities…
What Are the Primary Differences Between Hospice and Palliative Care?
Palliative and hospice care have a number of similarities in the care they provide for terminally ill people, but palliative care also applied to non-terminal illnesses. The terms become confusing because some…
Protecting Older Adults During National Safety Month
Nearly a million people age 65 and older go to emergency rooms each year for injuries they suffer in their homes. Older adults die at three times the rate of younger people…
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month: Advance Directives Make Wishes Clear
Elder Care Alliance is committed to supporting innovation and research that improve quality of life for older adults, especially those living with dementia. Continue Reading Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month: Advance Directives…
Cheers! Culinary Director Eduardo Chavez Joins the AVSF Family
Chef Chavez leads the 15-person culinary team at AlmaVia of San Francisco, serving daily meals to more than 125 residents and guests. Continue Reading Cheers! Culinary Director Eduardo Chavez Joins the AVSF…
Team Members Spotlight on the Mercy Team
Our Mercy team member spotlight focuses on Martha Velasco and Derielle Coleman. Continue Reading Team Members Spotlight on the Mercy Team
San Rafael Resident Has a Poetic Way with Words
AlmaVia of San Rafael resident Marcia Rafinski is actively involved with a number of social opportunities throughout our community. The licensed psychotherapist has always enjoyed reading, writing and creating poetry. We’re proud…
Team Member Spotlight on Nurse Sarah Nili
AlmaVia of Camarillo is grateful for nurse Sarah Nili. Sarah has been with AVC for a little over a year and makes a huge, positive impact on our residents every single day.…
Support and Activities for Older Adults who Enjoy Solitude
The Villa at San Mateo and other organizations offer a variety of activities to help older adults avoid isolation. However, if you consider yourself to be an introvert, you may not enjoy…