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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Staff Member Spotlight: Carmel Dolcine-Joseph

Jan 17, 2017

You might expect a Corporate Director of Clinical Services and Memory Care Programming to be sitting in an office making big decisions about processes and implementing new programs for the care of…

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What You Think You Know About Dementia May Be Wrong

Jan 17, 2017

New approaches to memory care are part of the movement to reduce fear and misconceptions about dementia. Continue Reading What You Think You Know About Dementia May Be Wrong

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Financial Expert Spotlight: Rodney Brooks, Retirement Columnist at USA Today

Jan 17, 2017

Rodney Brooks, Deputy Managing Editor and Retirement Columnist at “USA Today,” chatted with Elder Care Alliance about seniors and financial planning. Continue Reading Financial Expert Spotlight: Rodney Brooks, Retirement Columnist at USA…

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Caregiver Spotlight: Susan Dimos, Director of Operations at ComForcare

Jan 17, 2017

Susan has been caring for seniors for 20 years. She oversees non-medical home care as the Director of Operations at ComForcare’s Alameda County location. Continue Reading Caregiver Spotlight: Susan Dimos, Director of…

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Medical Provider Spotlight: Dr. John H. Fullerton, AlmaVia of San Rafael

Jan 17, 2017

Medical services at an assisted living community can help ease burdens for families. Read about the on-site medical center run by Dr. John H. Fullerton. Continue Reading Medical Provider Spotlight: Dr. John…

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5 Questions Families Should Ask About Long-Term Care

Jan 17, 2017

5 Factors to Consider When Counseling a Member on Long-Term Care Continue Reading 5 Questions Families Should Ask About Long-Term Care

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5 Factors to Consider When Counseling a Member on Long-Term Care

Jan 17, 2017

Caring for an aging loved one can be challenging. As you think through your options, you’ll probably have a lot of questions.Here are five questions to help you start to navigate the…

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Tips for Bringing Kids to Visit Elder Care Communities

Jan 17, 2017

Visiting with family members—especially grandkids—can be a joy to residents in a senior living community. But it can be tough to bring kids along when you don’t know what to expect. These…

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Local Organizations Team Up to Promote Wellness in Camarillo

Jan 17, 2017

Local Organizations Team Up to Promote Wellness in Camarillo. AlmaVia of Camarillo sponsored kitchen, supported kitchen operations & meal program. Continue Reading Local Organizations Team Up to Promote Wellness in Camarillo