Holistic Wellness

  • Living with Arthritis: Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms

    Arthritis can make everyday tasks difficult and painful. Walking, driving, reaching for items in the grocery store and even getting dressed in the morning can become seemingly insurmountable challenges. May is National Arthritis Awareness Month, a time to learn more about this debilitating condition that affects one in every five adults in the United States.……

  • Sharing Stories, Sharing Meals & Sharing Art

    Elder Care Alliance and the Northern California Chapter of the American Art Therapy Association co-hosted an open studio this past weekend. It was wonderful to share an art space with those working in and around the creative art therapy field. Among our participants were several art therapists, an art student from California College of the……

  • Dealing with Spring Allergies

    Spring brings a bounty of beauty, from green grass to flowering trees to beautiful blooms. With that beauty, however, comes misery for some people in the form of spring allergies. For many seniors, the typical springtime remedy — some form of antihistamine — is not recommended due to health effects that can include medication interactions……

  • Bringing Generations Together

    Studies have found that intergenerational relationships can benefit both older and younger people in a variety of ways. From learning new skills to relieving loneliness, interaction between seniors and youth opens up a world of opportunities for new experiences. At AlmaVia of San Francisco, intergenerational programming plays a significant role in providing our residents with……

  • April is Occupational Therapy Month

    If you’ve had surgery or suffered an injury or illness, you may face some challenges as you try to return to daily activities. With the help of occupational therapists, many seniors overcome physical barriers to resume the tasks that make it possible to live independently. April is Occupational Therapy Month, and it’s a good time……

  • Tips for Seniors Who Want to Dive into Social Media

    Think seniors don’t use social media? That’s so 2013. In 2017, seniors are adopting social platforms for a wide variety of uses well beyond keeping tabs on grandchildren. A recent study from Michigan State University found that online networking can reduce loneliness in seniors and may even give their health a boost. More than 95……

  • How Does Spiritual Wellness Fit into the Holistic Wellness Concept?

    True wellness focuses on much more than just the physical. Holistic wellness considers the whole individual, including emotional, social, vocational, intellectual and environmental factors — along with physical well-being. In many of the categories that constitute the holistic wellness concept, spirituality plays an important role. For some people, spirituality can refer to religion, but it……

  • Community Programs Connect, Combat Ageism

    In this educational and insightful Senior Living News article, President & CEO Adriene Iverson and Memory Care Specialist Sean Caulfield share what Elder Care Alliance is doing to connect our communities, combat ageism and focus on the holistic wellness of older adults. Read the article: https://seniorlivingnews.com/community-programs-connect-combat-ageism/

  • Seniors Can Reap Benefits from Spending Time Outdoors

    Few pastimes restore the body and soul like spending time in nature. Research has confirmed that being outside does more than just lift your spirits; it also provides a boost for your physical and mental well-being. Continue Reading Seniors Can Reap Benefits from Spending Time Outdoors

  • The Benefits of Owning a Pet

    Dogs, cats and other types of household pets work hard to earn our esteem by serving as affectionate, protective, loyal and comical companions. Did you know that for seniors, pets can help improve mental and physical health? Continue Reading The Benefits of Owning a Pet

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