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Five Practical Ways Senior Home Care Supports Older Adults with Heart Disease

By Lainie Berg | Dec 26, 2025 | Comments Off on Five Practical Ways Senior Home Care Supports Older Adults with Heart Disease

Heart disease means that seniors may need to make some big changes. Senior home care services can offer the practical support that makes this project easier.

Five Common Causes of Numbness in Feet

By Lainie Berg | Dec 9, 2025 | Comments Off on Five Common Causes of Numbness in Feet

While foot numbness in seniors often stems from issues like diabetes, arthritis, or improper footwear, identifying the root cause and utilizing home care assistance are vital steps in managing foot health and preventing falls.

Exploring Winter Hobbies for Seniors Aging in Place

By Lainie Berg | Nov 24, 2025 | Comments Off on Exploring Winter Hobbies for Seniors Aging in Place

Companion care at home combats winter isolation for seniors by facilitating safe, engaging hobbies that keep their minds active and spirits lifted during the colder months.

Alternative Senior Care Caregiver Appreciation Night

By Lainie Berg | Nov 13, 2025 | Comments Off on Alternative Senior Care Caregiver Appreciation Night

Alternative Senior Care celebrated its dedicated team at the annual Caregiver Appreciation Night on November 6th, honoring staff milestones and presenting the prestigious Commemorative Award to Adam DuVall for his exceptional compassion, leadership, and heartfelt contributions to caregiving.

What do we look for in an ASC Caregiver?

By Lainie Berg | Nov 12, 2025 | Comments Off on What do we look for in an ASC Caregiver?

Alternative Senior Care looks for caregivers who embody compassion, professionalism, and teamwork—those who treat every client like family and uphold “The ASC Way” of delivering care with integrity, excellence, and heart.

In-Home Care Makes Shopping and Errands Easier For Seniors Living Alone

By Lainie Berg | Nov 10, 2025 | Comments Off on In-Home Care Makes Shopping and Errands Easier For Seniors Living Alone

In-home care helps seniors maintain independence by making shopping and errands easier—whether caregivers handle the trips entirely or provide the extra support seniors need to go out safely and confidently.

2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Alexandria Lakes Area in October

By Lainie Berg | Oct 23, 2025 | Comments Off on 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.

Helpful, Hands-On Therapies for Seniors Aging in Place

By Lainie Berg | Oct 22, 2025 | Comments Off on Helpful, 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.

Alternative Senior Care Named Finalist for “Best of the Best” Award

By Lainie Berg | Oct 22, 2025 | Comments Off on Alternative 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.

Your Checklist for Liver Health: Screening, Symptoms, and Daily Home Support

By Lainie Berg | Oct 3, 2025 | Comments Off on Your 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.

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