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  • Is it time to consider assisted living for a friend or family member?

    Life decisions can be hard, especially when you’re considering whether to move a loved one into assisted living. Here are some signs that it might be time. Safety concerns. Are you worried about your loved one getting in and out of the shower or tub? Have they recently had a fall or accident? According to the……

  • Top five things to look for when visiting Mom or Dad to ensure they are OK living independently

    The holidays are a great time to visit loved ones. They’re also a good time to check in with seniors in your life to make sure they are comfortable. Continue Reading Top five things to look for when visiting Mom or Dad to ensure they are OK living independently

  • Housing options for older adults

    What are the different options for senior care and how do you know which is the right one? Here’s a quick overview of the four most common options. Continue Reading Housing options for older adults

  • How To Choose an Assisted Living Community

    So you or your loved one has decided it’s time for assisted living. Now what? Take the stress out of choosing an assisted living community by following these tips and resources. Continue Reading How To Choose an Assisted Living Community

  • Is It Time to Consider Assisted Living for a Friend or Family Member?

    Life decisions can be hard, especially when you’re considering whether to move a loved one into assisted living. Here are some signs that it might be time. Safety concerns. Are you worried about your loved one getting in and out of the shower or tub? Have they recently had a fall or accident? According to the……

  • Protect Your Well-Being for Healthy Aging Month

    Are you proactively protecting your health as you get older? September is Healthy Aging Month, a great time to review your overall lifestyle — or that of a loved one — and take steps to improve. % Continue Reading Protect Your Well-Being for Healthy Aging Month

  • ‘The Art of Downsizing’ Presentation Offers Tips on Getting Started

    Many people like the idea of whittling down possessions and moving to a smaller home. But when it comes to the work of downsizing, it seems the devil is in the details. At a recent presentation on “The Art of Downsizing” at AlmaVia of San Francisco, nearly three dozen residents and members of the community……

  • Let’s Socialize! Tips to Boost Your Social Wellness

    Whether we’re sipping wine on a Friday evening, visiting a new art exhibit or enjoying a beautiful picnic with friends, social wellness and nurturing ourselves and our relationships with other people plays an integral role in overall health and life at AlmaVia of San Rafael. Continue Reading Let’s Socialize! Tips to Boost Your Social Wellness

  • Summit Explores LGBT Dementia Care During National Pride Month

    Earlier this month, I attended an LGBT Dementia Care Summit that brought together service providers, community members and policymakers to look at opportunities to meet the needs of those facing dementia while working toward forming a network of dementia-capable services for the LGBT community. Continue Reading Summit Explores LGBT Dementia Care During National Pride Month

  • 5 Ways to Prevent Elder Financial Abuse

    5 Ways to Prevent Elder Financial Abuse

    In an increasing — and alarming — number of cases, older adults become the victims of financial abuse, often at the hands of family members, guardians and other care partners. As many as one in 20 seniors reports having been the victim of financial abuse, and the problem cost victims nearly $3 billion last year.…

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