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… Read More Senior living 101: Guide to retirement options
The holidays are over, and what was supposed to be the most joyous time of the year may have actually been a time that represents sadness for many older adults. Memories of family members that have passed away, struggles from an illness or lack of social interaction may start to cause loneliness and isolation. The… Read More Avoiding loneliness as you age/the importance of socialization in seniors
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… Read More Top nutrition tips for older adults
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… Read More Five fitness tips for the new year
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… Read More Fun things to do with your aging relatives during the holiday season
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.… Read More Housing options for older adults
Q. You started the new position – Vice President of Human Resources for Elder Care Alliance – in August? What are the goals for you and your team for the first six months? A. My overarching goal is to create a more compelling experience here. More specifically, we are looking at programs closely and asking… Read More Get to know Monica Stinson, Vice President of Human Resources at ECA
The Village at San Mateo has been selected to the Circle of Community Elevators by Abode Services. Abode Services was founded in 1989 in Alameda and is one of the largest and most effective Bay Area nonprofits. The agency uses evidence-based approaches to end homelessness but said its efforts would fall short without the participation… Read More Abode Services honors Village at San Mateo as member of Circle of Community Elevators
Local representatives and advisors from home care agencies, Medicare and Medi-Cal will gather Oct. 18 for a Community Resource Fair and offer insight into home care, transportation and housing options for older adults. “The resource fair will give our residents and community members a chance to talk with organizations that help people stay at home… Read More Villa at San Mateo Hosting Resource Fair, Oct. 18
Villa at San Mateo residents are lacing up their walking shoes and exploring the city’s hidden gem parks during Saturday morning strolls. “We started the walking group last year and typically walk for about an hour to one of the five parks located near our community,” said Stephanie Smith, community services manager. She hopes to… Read More Saturday Strolls with Villa at San Mateo
