Articles from and about Astoria

The Astoria Blog is dedicated to providing caregivers and families with the supportive and helpful information they need about caring for senior loved ones and for those living with Alzheimer’s and memory loss.

Astoria in Tracy Thrives Amid COVID-19

Just before one the most trying times the local health community has ever faced, Nestor Eligio stepped in as the new Executive Director of Astoria Memory Care in Tracy. A member of the Agemark Senior Living family of communities, Astoria provides expert, loving memory...

Astoria in Oakdale Featured on Good Day Sacramento

Along with talented volunteer, Mitch, Astoria Senior Living and Memory Care in Oakdale was featured on "Good Day Sacramento". The staff at Astoria has worked hard to keep residents in their care safe, happy and healthy amid COVID-19. Volunteers like Mitch and support...

Astoria Senor Living Embraces ‘Golden Age’ Of Residents

Original Article by Teresa Hammond / The Leader Avenue, Oakdale location can tell stories. Whether it be stories heard through the walls of the 45 studio occupants or the literal walls of the first Oakdale hospital; its history is rich. “I love the history piece,”...

How to Know It’s Time to Look into Memory Care

As seniors age, it can become more difficult to know when a move to memory care is on the horizon. In fact, the signs of dementia can be confusing or very easily missed. Unlike many other health conditions, dementia can progress gradually, leaving you to not see many...

How to Recognize When It’s Time to Consider Senior Living Communities

As seniors age, it may become more likely that they consider moving to a senior living community or that their loved one notices that perhaps a move would be a good option for them. For some, they may be anticipating this and becoming excited at the idea of a new,...

Effective Ways to Make Downsizing Easier

If you or a loved one are considering a move to an assisted living community, it can be an overwhelming time. Not only may you be wondering what is ahead for you, how you’ll adjust to your new surroundings or how you’ll make friends, but you may be wondering how...