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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Current Events at AlmaVia San Rafael

Sep 27, 2017

As the leaves begin to change to welcome the fall season, AlmaVia of San Rafael has planned a number of enticing activities. On Wednesday, Oct. 4, we’re excited to present “Mama Mia…

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Supporting LGBT Elders to Foster Diversity, Acceptance

Sep 27, 2017

More than 2.4 million Americans over age 65 identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender. While more LGBT people are open about their status now than ever before, many continue to suffer…

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Bone and Joint Health Week

Sep 27, 2017

For more than half of U.S. adults over the age of 50, bone health is a significant concern. Approximately 54 million people have an elevated risk of low bone mass and osteoporosis,…

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The Villa at San Mateo Promotes Holistic Wellness During Active Aging Week

Sep 27, 2017

Staying active can mean many different things as we age. To some people, active aging is keeping physically fit and eating in a healthful manner. To others, getting together with friends or…

Long Term Care Planning for Retirement

Long-Term Care Planning Month and National Save for Retirement Week

Sep 27, 2017

If you are considering a move to senior living for yourself or a loved one, you may wonder about the costs and possible payment sources. Questions around pricing for assisted living and…

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Mural Project Brings Mercy Residents, Students Together for Artistic Collaboration

Sep 27, 2017

What does holistic wellness mean to people of different ages? Erin Partridge, Experiential Researcher-in-Residence with Elder Care Alliance, hopes a joint mural project between local art students and residents of Mercy Retirement…

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ECA New Employee Partner Program

Sep 27, 2017

A group of Elder Care Alliance team members recently became the first graduating class of the New Employee Partners program. The pilot program launched June 22 with a celebration that followed a…

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Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Sep 11, 2017

Alzheimer’s disease is relentless. So is AlmaVia of San Rafael! Join our Mama Mia, AlmaVia team on Saturday, Oct. 21, for the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s, the world’s largest event…

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Meet AlmaVia of San Francisco’s New Executive Director!

Sep 8, 2017

AlmaVia of San Francisco has a new Executive Director, and we are excited to introduce her to you. Pamela Hamilton joined our community as Executive Director in May. Phil Altman, Elder Care…