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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Seniors Helping Seniors: The Fight to End Senior Hunger

Jan 17, 2017

The Mercy Brown Bag Program not only helps fight hunger in the Bay Area—it enriches the lives of senior volunteers. Bill Shabbas and Bernice Smith aren’t used to asking for help. But…

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Helping Your Aging Parent Adjust After a Move

Jan 17, 2017

Here are a few things to think about as you help a loved one adapt to life after moving to an assisted living community. Even when you know that you made the…

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Seniors and Spirituality: Health Benefits of Faith

Jan 17, 2017

Spirituality is a significant part of many people’s lives, and it can become even more important as we grow older. A study by the University of Chicago found belief in god tends…

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Signs Your Parent May Need Assisted Living

Jan 17, 2017

How do you know a parent needs more help than you can give? Here’s how to tell when they need assisted living. Deciding that your parent would benefit from round-the-clock, comprehensive care,…

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The ECA Experience: Engaging Employees, Improving Care

Jan 17, 2017

Elder Care Alliance pioneers a barometer to help assisted living staff provide consistent care. In January, Elder Care Alliance implemented the ECA Experience, an enhanced take on the organization’s six core values:…

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Senior Finance: How to Save Money During Retirement

Jan 17, 2017

Five ways to enjoy retirement without breaking the bank. For many, retirement is a time to do some of the things you put off earlier in life. Take a class. Travel. Find…

Sister Act: Siblings Stay Together in Oakland Assisted Living

Sister Act: Siblings Stay Together in Oakland Assisted Living

Jan 17, 2017

Two sets of sisters discover community life is even more fulfilling when they stick together. Bringing along comforts from home can help ease the transition to a senior living community. In some…

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Mercy Retirement & Care Center Plans for Its Second Century

Jan 17, 2017

The Oakland assisted living community is kicking off a project to engage with the neighborhood and reconfirm its commitment to local seniors. When a devastating earthquake struck San Francisco in 1906, the…

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New Leadership at Elder Care Alliance: Adriene Iverson

Jan 17, 2017

Our President & CEO discusses strategic plans, senior living and what it means to be a non-profit assisted living organization. Approximately fifteen years ago, it was a connection with a resident that…