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• Senior living 101: Guide to retirement options

  With so many terms, options and styles, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when it comes to senior living. When choosing retirement options having a clear and concise understanding is crucial to making the right decision in a home. We’ve clarified common terminology when it comes to senior housing. Use this “Senior Living 101” to guide…

  January 4, 2019
• Avoiding loneliness as you age/the importance of socialization in seniors

  Research has shown that adults 60 years and older who reported feeling lonely had a 59 percent greater risk of mental decline than more social counterparts. Continue Reading Avoiding loneliness as you age/the importance of socialization in seniors

  January 4, 2019
• Top nutrition tips for older adults

  As we age, our bodies change and older adults have different nutritional needs than when they were children or middle-aged adults. Gone are the days of fast metabolism, indulging in junk food and endless bouts of energy. Age-related changes can affect how your body processes food and your dietary needs, but there is no need…

  January 4, 2019
• Five fitness tips for the new year

  January – the perfect time to re-evaluate and prioritize goals, figure out what didn’t work in the past and make New Year’s resolutions. If you are an older adult looking to live a healthier lifestyle in 2019, we’ve put together five fitness tips to help you establish realistic and attainable goals for the new year. Know…

  January 4, 2019
• Fun things to do with your aging relatives during the holiday season

  Visiting your parents and family this holiday season? Instead of staring at the TV, or – even worse – debating politics, try some of these suggestions. Not only are they enjoyable, they provide opportunities to gain insight into how your aging relative is doing. Pull out the photo albums. This is an opportunity to hear…

  December 5, 2018
• Housing options for older adults

  If you have an older relative you are caring for, or you’re considering senior housing for yourself, you’ve likely felt overwhelmed by all the choices out there. What are the different options and how do you know which is the right one? Here’s a quick overview of the four most common options for senior care.…

  December 4, 2018
• 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…

  December 3, 2018
• First Aging2.0 event – Social Robots & Older Adults – a huge success

  

  Elder Care Alliance’s (ECA) inaugural Aging2.0 event – introduces research related to social robots and how they integrate into the older adult setting. Continue Reading First Aging2.0 event – Social Robots & Older Adults – a huge success

  November 6, 2018
• Get to know Monica Stinson, Vice President of Human Resources at ECA

  Get to know Monica Stinson, Vice President of Human Resources for Elder Care Alliance as she answers questions about her passion for senior care. Continue Reading Get to know Monica Stinson, Vice President of Human Resources at ECA

  November 6, 2018
• Abode Services honors The Villa at San Mateo as member of Circle of Community Elevators

  As a Circle of Community member, the Village of San Mateo is one of the partners who house at least five program households. Continue Reading Abode Services honors The Villa at San Mateo as member of Circle of Community Elevators

  November 6, 2018