Holistic Wellness

• Benefits of Using Technology for Assisted Living

  

  Walk into an assisted living community these days and you may think you’ve entered an upscale resort. With positive changes in everything from interior design to wellness to amenities and services, assisted living provides a welcoming environment where seniors can thrive. Technology has played a significant role in the progress of assisted living in recent……

  January 18, 2017
• Bring Your Hobbies: Assisted Living Offers Stimulating Hobbies and Activities

  

  As you consider a move to assisted living, you may fear having to give up beloved hobbies and activities. But the truth is, assisted living communities encourage residents to continue the pastimes they love – and may even offer unexpected activity options. In modern assisted living communities, available activities and hobbies have expanded to fit……

  January 18, 2017
• What’s Up, Doc? Questions to Ask Your Parent’s Doctor

  

  In a doctor’s office, it’s easy to forget the questions you meant to ask – especially if you’re there for treatment of a specific illness or injury rather than for a routine appointment. As you prepare to accompany your senior parent to a medical appointment, consider making a list of topics to bring up in……

  January 18, 2017
• Staying Plugged In: The Importance of Social Engagement in Assisted Living

  Are you doing everything you can to protect your health as you age? You may exercise, eat right and see your doctor regularly, but experts say another factor – social engagement – can help boost both your mental and physical well-being. If you’re looking for a way to stay young, creating and maintaining social connections……

  January 18, 2017
• 100 Years Young – Secrets of Centenarians

  

  How would you like to blow out 100 birthday candles? More than 84,000 people living in the U.S. today have reached that mark, and the number of centenarians (100-year-olds) is expected to increase to 580,000 by 2040.* How would you like to blow out 100 birthday candles? More than 84,000 people living in the U.S.……

  January 18, 2017
• Aging Safely, Prevent Falls

  

  Aging safely – Prevent falls and help maintain independence Falls are unpredictable for nearly everyone, but more so for people age 65 and older. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than one-third of people in this age category fall each year. In addition, those who fall once are two to……

  January 18, 2017
• Measuring Clinical Quality

  

  Exceptional staff and innovative practices help create communities that foster high-quality clinical care. In a senior living community, nothing is more important than the health and wellbeing of its residents. When it comes to resident health, a high level of clinical quality is vital to delivering effective care. Clinical care encompasses a broad spectrum from……

  January 17, 2017
• Redefining Age Through Art

  

  What’s the best part of being your age? How would you show that artistically? Elder Care Alliance, in collaboration with LeadingAge, sponsored ReDefining Age: A Square Foot Art Show in order to gain insights into individuals’ perspectives on the best thing about their particular ages, exploring the topic through art. Organized by Erin Partridge, an……

  January 17, 2017
• Vocational Wellness and Volunteering

  

  The Mercy Brown Bag Program addresses vocational wellness for older adults, while providing a public service to Alameda County. A component of Elder Care Alliance’s mission is to serve and enrich the holistic wellness of older adults. Vocational wellness, recognizing personal satisfaction and enrichment through work, hobbies or volunteering, is an important aspect of holistic……

  January 17, 2017
• Caring for the Community: ECA Supports Senior Health

  

  Elder Care Alliance’s Care Coordination Program connects older adults with long-term health and wellness planning services. At Elder Care Alliance, the commitment to senior wellness extends to neighbors, older adults living beyond the doors of our senior living communities. Elder Care Alliance’s Care Coordination Program partners with local religious congregations and dioceses to ensure that……

  January 17, 2017