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Assisting Seniors in Our Community

By Lainie Berg | May 12, 2022 | Comments Off on 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.

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Five Tips for Seniors Battling Bad Breath

By Lainie Berg | May 5, 2022 | Comments Off on Five Tips for Seniors Battling Bad Breath
Personal Care at Home in Albany, MN: Bad Breathe

Bad breath can be a symptom of other issues for your senior.

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Caregiving is a Rewarding Career

By Lainie Berg | Apr 27, 2022 | Comments Off on Caregiving 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.

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Senior Nutrition During Cancer Treatments

By Lainie Berg | Apr 25, 2022 | Comments Off on Senior Nutrition During Cancer Treatments
Elder Care Albany, MN: Cancer Treatments and Nutrition

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.

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Alternative Senior Care Supports Our Clients

By Lainie Berg | Apr 18, 2022 | Comments Off on Alternative 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.

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Shower With Flowers Event

By Lainie Berg | Apr 10, 2022 | Comments Off on Shower 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.

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Why Might Your Elderly Parent Lose Mobility?

By Lainie Berg | Apr 5, 2022 | Comments Off on Why Might Your Elderly Parent Lose Mobility?
Senior Home Care in Little Falls, MN: Mobility Issues

Did you know that about 20% of all elderly people will lose some mobility by the time they are 65 years old?

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A Leader with a Personal Touch, Meet Beth Knutson

By Lainie Berg | Mar 22, 2022 | Comments Off on A 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.

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How Can Home Care Help With the Common Chronic Illnesses?

By Lainie Berg | Mar 22, 2022 | Comments Off on How Can Home Care Help With the Common Chronic Illnesses?
Home Care Alexandria, MN: 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.

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Why Is Private Duty Home Care so Popular?

By Lainie Berg | Mar 9, 2022 | Comments Off on Why 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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