Holistic Wellness

• 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
• Seniors Helping Seniors: The Fight to End Senior Hunger

  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 when their car broke down two years ago, they didn’t know how they were going to get to the grocery store. At 71……

  January 17, 2017
• Seniors and Spirituality: Health Benefits of Faith

  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 to increase with age, especially for those older than 68. Luckily for these spiritual seniors, faith practices come with a host of health…

  January 17, 2017
• The ECA Experience: Engaging Employees, Improving Care

  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: dignity, excellence, caring, prudent stewardship, collaboration and learning. The new program helps increase quality of care by ensuring that staff members are living……

  January 17, 2017