Posts by Lainie Berg
Assisting Seniors in Our Community
Alternative Senior Care began with 3 staff in 2005, as Cindy Karasch, COTA, recognized a need in our community to keep seniors in their homes safer and longer.
Read MoreFive Tips for Seniors Battling Bad Breath
Bad breath can be a symptom of other issues for your senior.
Read MoreCaregiving is a Rewarding Career
One of our caregivers, Mary Olmshied, and myself were interviewed on KASM radio yesterday, Mary was asked, “What is the most rewarding thing about caregiving?” Mary mentioned the purpose, appreciation, flexibility and how meaningful of a career it is.
Read MoreSenior Nutrition During Cancer Treatments
When your loved one is diagnosed with cancer, it can seem like the end of the world, especially when you don’t live with them or know the plan.
Read MoreAlternative Senior Care Supports Our Clients
Alternative Senior Care is always exploring ways to best support our clients and learn about other companies with the common goal to enrich the lives of Central Minnesota Seniors.
Read MoreShower With Flowers Event
This week we were blessed to host our Annual “Shower with Flowers” for our Caregivers. We were so happy to see each one that came in to get flowers for themselves and clients.
Read MoreWhy Might Your Elderly Parent Lose Mobility?
Did you know that about 20% of all elderly people will lose some mobility by the time they are 65 years old?
Read MoreA Leader with a Personal Touch, Meet Beth Knutson
Beth began working for ASC in October 2019 as our Personal Assistant Coordinator. She had a background in Human Resources and a personal reason that called her into working for Alternative Senior Care.
Read MoreHow Can Home Care Help With the Common Chronic Illnesses?
After 64, 85% of older adults have at least one chronic health condition. Six out of ten older adults have two or more.
Read MoreWhy Is Private Duty Home Care so Popular?
ASC provides compassionate care and peace of mind to clients and their families on their schedule… not ours!
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