Alternative Senior Care

02/16/2026

A growing phenomenon, youth caregivers need recognition, support
https://www.heart.org/en/news/2021/11/03/a-growing-phenomenon-youth-caregivers-need-recognition-support

Millions of young people nationwide provide care for a family member, a situation exacerbated by the rise in single-parent households resulting in part from the opioid crisis and COVID-19 pandemic. The physical and mental effects are far-reaching.

02/13/2026

Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors
Alternative Senior Care provides Home Care in Central Minnesota and surrounding communities. Phone: (320) 352-3350 alternativeseniorcare.net

02/13/2026

How to Be a Caregiver for Someone Having Knee Replacement Surgery
https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/health/info-2024/knee-replacement-care-plan.html?intcmp=AE-CAR-R2-C3-CORONA

What to do before and after a loved one has this common procedure

02/11/2026

A New Way to Diagnose Painful 'Wear-and-Tear' Arthritis?
https://www.healthday.com/bone-and-joint/arthritis/1219-a-new-way-to-diagnose-painful-wear-and-tear-arthritis

THURSDAY, Dec. 19, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Knee arthritis could become easier to detect and diagnose thanks to a new test involving the lubricating fluid insid

02/10/2026

Life's Essential 8™ - How to Get Healthy Sleep Fact Sheet
https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/lifes-essential-8/how-to-get-healthy-sleep-fact-sheet

Getting a good night’s sleep every night is vital to cardiovascular health. Adults should aim for an average of 7-9 hours, and babies and kids need more depending on their age.

02/09/2026

Recognizing Early Health Warning Signs in Seniors https://bit.ly/4kyRAxC

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

02/06/2026

Maintaining a Healthy Weight
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/healthy-eating-nutrition-and-diet/maintaining-healthy-weight

Balancing the calories you eat and physical activity is key to maintaining a healthy weight. Learn how exercise and healthy eating can help.

02/04/2026

Meet Alexis Bartkowicz 💙 As a Client Care Coordinator at Alternative Senior Care, Alexis combines hands-on caregiving experience with strong organization and a caring approach to support both clients and caregivers every day. We’re grateful to have her on our team!
https://alternativeseniorcare.net/meet-the-team-alexis-bartkowicz-client-care-coordinator/

02/04/2026

Newly Diagnosed with Diabetes
https://diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/newly-diagnosed

Feeling overwhelmed after a diabetes diagnosis? Discover tools, tips, and support for managing type 1 or type 2 diabetes through diet, exercise, medication, and self-care. Start living healthier today!

02/03/2026

Meet the Team: Alexis Bartkowicz, Client Care Coordinator https://bit.ly/45NCNca

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

02/03/2026

5 Tips to Help You Stay Motivated to Exercise
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/exercise-and-physical-activity/5-tips-help-you-stay-motivated-exercise

Looking to start and maintain a more active lifestyle? Use these tips for making physical activity part of your routine.

01/30/2026

5 Tips for Choosing Healthier Foods as You Age
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/healthy-eating-nutrition-and-diet/5-tips-choosing-healthier-foods-you-age

Learn more and share this infographic about healthy eating as you age.