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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Healthy New Year’s Resolutions for Older Adults

Dec 27, 2017

For people of all ages, the New Year is the perfect time to make a fresh start. Whether our goals include taking steps to improve our health, being more social or organizing…

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‘Movie Moments at The Vogue’ Recap

Dec 27, 2017

More than 200 movie buffs and 20 volunteers enjoyed classic film clips and shared personal stories at the latest “Movie Moments at the Vogue.” The interactive event — presented at the Historic…

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Robots in Assisted Living Communities

Dec 27, 2017

Residents of two Elder Care Alliance assisted living communities have recently welcomed Jibo, a personal robot that chats, jokes, sings, dances and shares information. Jibo has eliciting positive responses from memory care…

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AlmaVia of Camarillo Receives SeniorAdvisor.com “Best of Senior Living” 2018 Awards

Dec 27, 2017

Elder Care Alliance community AlmaVia of Camarillo has been named a recipient of the Senior Advisor “Best of Senior Living” 2018 awards. Continue Reading AlmaVia of Camarillo Receives SeniorAdvisor.com “Best of Senior…

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Residents, Students, Staff Members Enjoy Mural Project Installation and Reception

Dec 27, 2017

Students, residents and staff members gathered recently for a reception and installation of a mural project at Mercy Retirement and Care Center. Continue Reading Residents, Students, Staff Members Enjoy Mural Project Installation…

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AlmaVia of San Rafael Receives SeniorAdvisor.com “Best of Assisted Living” 2018 Awards

Dec 27, 2017

AlmaVia of San Rafael has been selected a recipient of the Senior Advisor “Best of Assisted Living” in 2018. The honor was announced by SeniorAdvisor.com. Continue Reading AlmaVia of San Rafael Receives…

Art Therapy at Elder Care Alliance

Big News For Art Therapy!

Dec 1, 2017

An update from Erin Partridge, PhD, ATR-BC on art therapy and creativity in our communities and a big announcement from Elder Care! Continue Reading Big News For Art Therapy!

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Heart of Gold Award Winners

Nov 21, 2017

At Elder Care Alliance, special employees who strive to enhance residents’ quality of life every day receive the Heart of Gold Award. See the recipients. Continue Reading Heart of Gold Award Winners

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Update on Brown Bag Program

Nov 21, 2017

Read how the Mercy Brown Bag Program continues to expand its reach to seniors in need following the addition of its Mobile Grocery Truck last summer. Continue Reading Update on Brown Bag…