Memory Care

  • Questions To Ask Memory Care Facilities To Find the Right Fit for Your Loved One

    Questions To Ask Memory Care Facilities To Find the Right Fit for Your Loved One

    For seniors suffering from dementia, memory care can provide a nurturing and supportive environment with a high level of personal attention. Memory care communities typically offer several specialized features to reduce residents’ anxiety and risk of wandering.  Continue Reading Questions To Ask Memory Care Facilities To Find the Right Fit for Your Loved One

  • How To Talk With Dementia Patients: 10 Expert Tips

    How To Talk With Dementia Patients: 10 Expert Tips

    Individuals living with dementia experience the disorder differently, and their care partners often feel the impact of the symptoms in a variety of ways. In the middle stage of the disorder, communication is one of the key skills affected. Continue Reading How To Talk With Dementia Patients: 10 Expert Tips

  • What Is Alzheimer’s vs Dementia?

    What Is Alzheimer’s vs Dementia?

    Millions of Americans currently live with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Over 35% of older adults aged 85 years and older have Alzheimer’s. However, Alzheimer’s and dementia are not the same thing. If you or a loved one are exhibiting symptoms of dementia, you may be wondering how to tell Alzheimer’s vs dementia. Why…

  • How Is Alzheimer’s Diagnosed?

    How Is Alzheimer’s Diagnosed?

    It’s okay to occasionally forget the keys on the counter, especially as you’re growing older. Serious cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer’s is another matter entirely. There’s no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, but getting diagnosed early can have a positive impact on how you and your loved ones navigate life from then on. How is Alzheimer’s……

  • Is Alzheimer’s Disease Genetic?

    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……

  • U.S. News & World Report Names Two Elder Care Alliance Communities Among Best for 2023-2024

    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……

  • Team Member Spotlight: Shannon Nevins

    Team Member Spotlight: Shannon Nevins

    Every month we invite one of our team members to sit down with us and tell us more about their journey to Elder Care Alliance, their role now, and their insights into older adult care. We are excited to share the expertise and knowledge of our many team members whom every day come to work……

  • How to Handle Dementia Over the Holidays

    How to Handle Dementia Over the Holidays

    The holidays are a rich and meaningful time when families get together and create lasting memories. If you have a loved one with dementia, you may need to make some adaptations to typical family routines and traditions. Holiday events can be confusing and anxiety-inducing for someone with dementia. To help ensure the most wonderful time……

  • Safe Exercises for Adults With Dementia

    Safe Exercises for Adults With Dementia

    Adults with dementia have a higher risk of injuries because they are more likely to become dizzy, have trouble with physical coordination, and fall. But physical activity is also important for people with dementia because it can help combat some unwanted symptoms of this common disease. Therefore, what can you do to make dementia exercise……

  • Team Member Spotlight: Mary Anne Rodriguez

    Team Member Spotlight: Mary Anne Rodriguez

    Every month, we invite one of our team members to sit down with us and tell us more about their journey to Elder Care Alliance, their role now, and their insights into older adult care. We are excited to share the expertise and knowledge of our many team members who every day come to work……