Posts by Lainie Berg
2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Alexandria Lakes Area in October
Alternative Senior Care was proud to join the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Alexandria, raising over $33,000, earning Top Facilities Team, and celebrating caregiver Mary Olmscheid as a Champion giver.
Read MoreHelpful, Hands-On Therapies for Seniors Aging in Place
Aging in place allows seniors to enjoy the comfort of home while home care assistance helps them embrace therapeutic activities—like gardening, mindfulness, art, gentle movement, and music—that nurture emotional well-being and bring daily peace and joy.
Read MoreAlternative Senior Care Named Finalist for “Best of the Best” Award
Alternative Senior Care is honored to be named a finalist for the Alexandria Echo Press “Best of the Best” Readers’ Choice Award for Best Elderly Care Services, recognizing our 20 years of serving local families with compassionate home care.
Read MoreYour Checklist for Liver Health: Screening, Symptoms, and Daily Home Support
One checklist, less stress: track symptoms, keep papers in one place, and rely on Senior home care for rides, reminders, and steady follow-through.
Read MoreJoin Us at the Aging with Attitude Expo – A Day of Learning, Inspiration, and Fun!
Discover resources, inspiration, and community at the free Aging with Attitude Expo on Friday, October 17th at Sauk Centre High School.
Read MoreAlternative Senior Care Celebrates 20 Years of Service
Alternative Senior Care marked 20 years of serving Central Minnesota with a joyful celebration at their Sauk Centre office, honoring the thousands of seniors and veterans they’ve supported.
Read MoreSeven Seconds of Dementia
Join us on October 23 for Seven Seconds of Dementia, a presentation by Cristina Rodriguez, Dementia Care Navigator of Vivie, to better understand how dementia affects communication and learn practical strategies to improve it.
Read MoreSymptoms of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is a common condition in older adults that restricts blood flow—most often to the legs—causing pain, cramps, numbness, and other symptoms that can be managed with healthy lifestyle changes and medical guidance.
Read MoreWhat Seniors Need to Know About Foot Health
As seniors age, changes in the feet make even minor problems serious, which is why elder care plays a vital role in promoting foot health, encouraging communication with healthcare providers, and supporting daily care to maintain mobility and independence.
Read MoreHow Being Lonely Hurts Seniors
Loneliness is one of the most dangerous risks seniors face, increasing the chances of depression, heart disease, cognitive decline, and poor self-care—but companion care at home can help protect their health and happiness.
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