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Alternative Senior Care

More Than Home Care, We Call it Senior Life Care.
Serving All of Central Minnesota.

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  • About Us
    • History
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    • Administrative Staff
    • Testimonials
  • Services
    • Customized Care
    • Aging Services Coordination
    • How to Get Started
  • Our Caregivers
  • Family Info Center
    • Payment Options
    • Questions to Ask When Looking for a Home Care Agency
    • What Can You Do to Prevent Falls in Your Home
    • Starting the Conversation
    • Adapting the Home to “Age In Place”
    • Family Guides
    • Activity Guide
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Posts by Lainie Berg

Understanding How Balance and Strength Are Connected

By Lainie Berg | April 6, 2026
Home care supports strength and balance to reduce fall risk and build confidence

Home care helps seniors improve balance and strength through daily support, movement, and nutrition to reduce fall risk and maintain independence.

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Monthly Caregiver Support Group in Sauk Centre

By Lainie Berg | April 3, 2026
Monthly Caregiver Support Group in Sauk Centre

Join our Sauk Centre caregiver support group for dementia caregivers—offering connection, guidance, and support on the first Tuesday each month.

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Why Should Seniors Vary Their Diets a Bit More?

By Lainie Berg | March 20, 2026
Senior home care supports healthier meals with more variety and daily encouragement

When seniors get stuck in a food rut and start eating the same thing all the time, they may actually be setting themselves up for other issues.

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Team Spotlight: Celebrating Hannah Berg and Her Next Chapter

By Lainie Berg | March 17, 2026
Celebrating Hannah Berg and her next chapter

Alternative Senior Care celebrates Hannah Berg’s impact as caregiver and staff coordinator and wishes her well as she begins an exciting new chapter.

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Celebrate Virtual Vacation Day with your Elderly Loved One

By Lainie Berg | March 6, 2026
Personal care at home helps seniors enjoy a virtual vacation experience

Personal care at home helps seniors enjoy meaningful moments like virtual vacations, bringing fun, memories, and connection without leaving home.

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Meet the Team: Tina Heidgerken, Client Care Coordinator 

By Lainie Berg | March 3, 2026
Meet Tina, a dedicated Client Care Coordinator

Meet Tina Heidgerken, Client Care Coordinator at Alternative Senior Care, whose compassion, faith, and lifelong dedication to caring for others support families every day.

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Getting Help Can Make You A Better Caregiver

By Lainie Berg | February 27, 2026
Home care assistance eases daily tasks and caregiver stress

Home care assistance supports seniors with daily tasks at home, easing caregiver stress and helping families focus on quality time together.

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Recognizing Early Health Warning Signs in Seniors

By Lainie Berg | February 9, 2026
Elder care helps spot early health changes, supporting timely care and better outcomes

Elder care helps identify early health warning signs in seniors through daily observation, communication, and proactive support that protects long-term well-being.

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Meet the Team: Alexis Bartkowicz, Client Care Coordinator

By Lainie Berg | February 3, 2026
Meet Alexis, a compassionate Client Care Coordinator

Meet Alexis Bartkowicz, Client Care Coordinator at Alternative Senior Care, whose caregiving experience and compassion help support families with confidence.

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Preserving Mental Health for Seniors as They Age in Place

By Lainie Berg | January 26, 2026
Companion care at home helps seniors stay connected, engaged, and emotionally supported

Aging in place brings some challenges seniors don’t expect, especially in terms of mental wellness. 

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418 10th Street S,
Sauk Centre, Minnesota 56378
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Alexandria, Minnesota 56308
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