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Maintaining Brain Health
As you age, it can feel like your body is changing faster than you can keep up. Losing some of your hearing and muscle mass is natural and normal, as is forgetting where you put the keys. Some age-related changes are difficult to combat, but there are specific things you can do to maintain your……
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6 Tips for Helping Seniors Move
Moving is daunting—especially for seniors—but it can also be an opportunity to provide real support at a time when your loved one needs it most. When you’re helping seniors move, you need to be prepared with as much information as possible. Here are six tips to help make the moving process as positive as possible.…
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Elder Care Alliance Communities Among Best Again by U.S. News & World Report
Two Elder Care Alliance communities are recognized again this year, and a third joins them among the top in senior living. We are excited to announce AlmaVia of Camarillo and AlmaVia of San Francisco have earned the honor for a second consecutive year, and Mercy Retirement & Care Center joins them in being named best by……
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Tips To Motivate Older Adults To Exercise
Staying active in older age is crucial for good mental and physical health. Exercising regularly can help prevent illness and injury, but it can be daunting, especially for people who live alone or separate from their families. Here are some practical tips to motivate older adults to exercise. Start Slow Keep your expectations in check……
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The Importance of Life Enrichment Programs at a Senior Living Community
Life enrichment programs at senior living communities are designed to support residents physically, socially, and cognitively. They help residents grow, stay creative, engage in their communities, and stay active. However, many individuals overlook these activities when selecting a place to enjoy their golden years. Instead, they worry about things like costs and closeness to family……
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A Complete Assisted Living Checklist for Moving Your Loved One
For many, a conversation with a loved one about moving into an assisted living community can seem overwhelming. If you are in the process of finding the right community for your loved one, read our tips on how to begin the search for a senior living community. Continue Reading A Complete Assisted Living Checklist for…
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Is Alzheimer’s Disease Genetic?
For older adults, losing the ability to remember things and experiencing cognitive decline are some of the most terrifying prospects of aging. Recent research suggests that slightly over 10% of people 65 years and older have Alzheimer’s. You and your loved one might be anxious to know if you have inherited the disease or are……
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How To Create a Long-term Care Plan
At Elder Care Alliance, we know how important it is to have a long-term plan for whenever you need it. Creating such a plan will relieve much of the burden from your family members if something should happen to you. Sometimes, family members may need to create long-term care plans for their loved ones if……
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Positive Steps Towards Preventing Falls
For younger people, a typical fall might result in some bruising and discomfort, but usually not much worse than that. For older adults, one fall could lead to broken bones and other serious injuries that take weeks or months to heal. Fortunately, most falls can be prevented with some simple precautions. Here are a few……
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U.S. News & World Report Names Two Elder Care Alliance Communities Among Best for 2023-2024
Elder Care Alliance has two communities recognized among the best by U.S. News & World Report in the 2023-2024 Best Senior Living Ratings. AlmaVia of Camarillo was named Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care. AlmaVia of San Francisco was named Best Assisted Living. The ratings offer a look at the best senior living communities……
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