Looking for New Career Opportunities?

Are you looking for a job that is more than just a paycheck, but rather a real career that will allow you to grow both professionally and personally?  How about the opportunity to make a difference in the world by serving seniors? If this sounds like something you are interested in, we invite you to take a look at the various assisted living jobs our beautiful Phoenix area MorningStar Senior Living communities have available.  Our locations include MorningStar at Arcadia, MorningStar of Fountain Hills, MorningStar at Arrowhead, and MorningStar at Golden Ridge, and offer independent living, assisted living and memory care.   

Our job openings are diverse in their educational and experience requirements but one of the first things we look for in all of our applicants are virtues such as kindness, character and selflessness.  We know these qualities are what the MorningStar brand is built on and what our residents and their families have come to expect from our distinguished team.

One of the open positions at our communities is care managers.  These hardworking individuals are the very heartbeat of our homes as they assist our residents with their personal daily care activities.  It is a position where you are sure to become a trusted friend of the residents and the families with whom you interact with as well as enjoy the comradery and support from fellow team members.   You will be encouraged to use your unique talents to find solutions to help improve the lives of our residents, and as we promote from within whenever possible, you will have a path for career advancement

If you have a big heart and a felt calling to serve, please visit MorningStar’s Career page to find a link to “Assisted Living Jobs – Phoenix to see the full listing of our open positions.  You will also find a description of each job and a link to an online application.  For further information, email or call us.

At MorningStar’s Arcadia, Arrowhead, Fountain Hills & Golden Ridge communities, our unique mission statement: “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  Our foundation is built on honoring God and valuing all seniors, and we are currently recruiting staff with a felt calling to serve. If you wish to thrive professionally and personally, please visit MorningStar’s Career page for a link to rewarding assisted living jobs in Phoenix.

Discover Peoria’s Best Senior Living Community

If you are looking for the best assisted or independent living Peoria AZ offers, MorningStar at Golden Ridge is your answer.  Newly opened in January, our community offers 65 assisted living suites in a range of configurations and floor plans.  In the Reflections Neighborhood, we have 35 studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites devoted to the care of those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.  Our campus also includes 38 Casitas with attached garages for independent living.     

At MorningStar at Golden Ridge residents are treated to a whole host of resort-style amenities and enjoy a loving, home-like atmosphere.  Each resident is treated to daily meals that are served in the Clubhouse or our lovely dining room and prepared largely from scratch by our own Executive Chef.  In addition we have a monthly calendar that is loaded with wellness programs and activities as well as lots of special events and outings.  For assisted living residents, we offer a customized care plan that ensures your comfort and safety.    

If you are an independent, active senior who is ready for a carefree lifestyle, you may want to take a look at MorningStar’s Casitas.  Set in a private neighborhood, the homes are close to area shopping, restaurants, medical facilities and recreational activities.  To be eligible to move into the Casitas, at least one resident must be 55 years or older.  We are also pet friendly, although certain animals and breeds are accepted at management’s discretion.  If you are wondering if it is affordable, the answer is “yes” and is even less expensive than comparable places in and around the area.   

Please see our website to learn more about all of the senior living options available at MorningStar at Golden Ridge.  While you are there, use our online forms to check on pricing and availability as well as to set up a tour.    

The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Golden Ridge, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  Our foundation is built upon honoring God, valuing all seniors, and investing in staff with a felt calling to serve.  Dedicated to creating a real home for residents within a beautiful setting, we encourage you to see for yourself the finest assisted and independent living Peoria AZ offer

The Benefits of a Busy Social Life for Seniors

Just because someone is older, it doesn’t mean the need for company, support and love lessens any.  Studies have found a consistent social life is particularly important to seniors’ emotional, physical and mental wellbeing.  However due to lifestyle changes many seniors experience such as retiring from the workplace, the death of a spouse and/or other close family and friends, and no longer driving, older adults can find themselves socially isolated. 

Having a healthy social life alleviates feelings of loneliness as well as helps to reduce the likelihood of depression, which is common among seniors.  It also helps to stave off cognitive decline and lessen anxiety.  

Seniors with a more robust social life have been found to exercise more, which in itself can lead to better mental as well as physical health by strengthening the heart and immune system.  Researchers have found longevity to be another benefit of socialization, and maintaining a healthy social life is believed to improve seniors’ self-esteem and sense of worth. 

At MorningStar of Beaverton assisted living and memory care community, we provide a true home for our residents with a mission of building a “Family for Life.”  Our team consists of compassionate, loving individuals who have a felt calling to serve.  In addition we offer a wide range of onsite amenities and services to ensure the comfort and wellbeing of our residents.  Our monthly calendar is loaded with meaningful wellness programs along with fun, entertaining activities.  Moreover both assisted living and memory care residents will have the opportunity to participate in scheduled outings and special events. 

Conveniently located in a western suburb of Portland, we are close to medical facilities, stores, banks and restaurants.  Please visit our website for more details on luxury senior living in Beaverton.

MorningStar of Beaverton proudly provides the very best in senior living with our unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve, we create a true home for residents amid a beautiful setting.  Please schedule a tour to discover our new assisted living and memory care community. 

Source: healthfully.com/543831-the-importance-of-elderly-exercise-socialization-programs.html

Independent Living or Assisted Living?

Seniors often end up feeling confused about whether independent living or assisted living is their best senior living option.   Experts say the most important thing is to base your decision on is how well you manage your daily personal care activities on your own.   

If you need help with things like meal preparations, personal hygiene, managing medications, and household chores, assisted living is probably your best bet.  However if you are an active senior who is handling these tasks on your own but would like convenient access to hospitality services such as dining, wellness programs and activities, housekeeping, and companionship, independent living is perfect for you.  

Moreover, for seniors who still feel comfortable managing their own personal care for now but worry things could change in the future, communities such as MorningStar of Arvada are the answer.  Our community offers 112 spacious independent and assisted living suites in studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans.  In addition, our Reflections Neighborhood has 29 secure suites for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory impairments.  If down the road, you feel you need more assistance than our independent living offers, you will have priority for one of our assisted living or memory care suites.  

MorningStar of Arvada is committed to providing residents with a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community.  Please visit our website for more information about our independent living, assisted living, and memory care options.  We are sure that once you learn more about our new community you will agree with us that MorningStar is a great place to call home.  

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Arvada, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities. Our foundation is built upon honoring God, valuing all seniors, and investing in staff with a felt calling to serve. Dedicated to creating a real home for residents within a beautiful setting, we encourage you to learn more about the finest independent living, assisted living and memory care Arvada has to offer.

Positive Feelings About Aging May Improve Your Health

A study from the Yale School of Public Health suggests you may be more likely to develop brain changes typically associated with Alzheimer’s disease if you believe growing older is a negative thing.  Published in the American Psychological Association’s journal, Psychology and Aging, the report also found if a person shifts to more positive feelings about aging, it may help to mitigate the damages of Alzheimer’s. 

“We believe it is the stress generated by the negative beliefs about aging that individuals sometimes internalize from society that can result in pathological brain changes,” explains the study’s leader, Becca Levy, an associate professor of public health and psychology at the Yale.   She adds that “it is encouraging to realize that these negative beliefs about aging can be mitigated, and positive beliefs about aging can be reinforced, so that the adverse impact is not inevitable.” 

The first part of the study was conducted with 52 men and women who were a part of the Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging, a long-term study out of Baltimore.  The group answered surveys that examined their opinions on aging.  Negative views included the belief elderly people are sickly and have little to contribute, or that they cannot concentrate well and are absent-minded.  Positive beliefs included the notion that older people can lead vibrant lives and be engaged in society.   

Each participant had regular MRI brain scans to check for signs of Alzheimer’s.  Those who answered questions more negatively had a “greater decline in the volume of the hippocampus, a part of the brain critical for memory.”  This is significant as “the hippocampus is one of the first areas of the brain to shrink in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease.”    

The second part of the study included a much larger group of elderly people.  At the time of the report, 74 have died and researchers have conducted autopsies on their brain.  Those who held more negative beliefs on aging tended to have an increase in the amount of amyloid plaques and the buildup of tau, the “telltale signs of Alzheimer’s.”   

Researchers note that people in America typically hold more negative views on aging as compared to countries such as India, which venerates the elderly, and could be one reason Alzheimer’s is five time more prevalent in the U.S.  While positive thinking is no guarantee, the study suggests that “not stressing so much about old age may help to keep the brain young.”  

The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Golden Ridge, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  Our foundation is built upon honoring God, valuing all seniors, and investing in staff with a felt calling to serve.  Dedicated to creating a real home for residents within a beautiful setting, we encourage you to see for yourself the finest assisted and independent living Peoria AZ offers. 

Eye Test May Help to Diagnose Alzheimer’s Disease

Up until now, the only tests physicians had to actually diagnose Alzheimer’s disease were PET scans and lumbar punctures but these tests are both expensive and invasive.  This is why many doctors make their diagnosis of the disease based on observing symptoms and ruling out other causes.   

However researchers now think there could be another option with the development of an optical imaging system that can detect a hallmark of the disease.  Medical News Today writes that the “non- invasive, high-resolution imaging technique was able to detect beta-amyloid plaques in the retinas of patients with Alzheimer's disease.”  The findings indicate that the retinal imaging technique was able to identify a 4.7-times greater abundance of beta-amyloid plaques in the retinas of patients with Alzheimer's disease as compared with the retinas of the controls. The small study was first reported in the JCI Insight journal. 

Another study out of Washington University in St. Louis had similar results but researchers caution that both studies are from a very small group of people.  Nonetheless it shows that retinal imaging may be a feasible, low-cost screening technique to detect Alzheimer’s in the future.  Furthermore, while there is no cure for the disease, scientists say early detection could lead to individuals being treated much earlier and could help to prevent some of the damage done by the disease. 

Early signs of Alzheimer’s include memory loss that impedes one’s ability to manage daily activities such as forgetting recently learned information, repeatedly asking for the same information, and forgetting important events or dates.  Other signs are having difficulty problem-solving and completing every-day tasks, confusion with time and place, and vision and spatial problems.  Consult with your healthcare provider if you are experiencing any of the early signs of the disease.  Your doctor will rule out other problems that may be causing your symptoms.     

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Beaverton, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve, we create a true home for residents amid a beautiful setting. Please contact us to learn more about the finest senior living Beaverton Oregon offers. 

Sources:  medicalnewstoday.com/articles/319112.php

newsweek.com/alzheimers-disease-could-be-diagnosed-eye-test-research-suggests-1088892

Socializing is Beneficial to Wellbeing at Any Age

In order to thrive and lead fulfilling lives, people need to socialize with one another, and seniors are no different.  In fact studies show loneliness can have a detrimental effect on the elderly while socializing can help to enhance and enrich seniors’ lives.  

An article in the US News & World Report discusses a study on seniors’ social interactions conducted by the Rush Memory and Aging Project and funded by the National Institute on Aging.  The study found that the most socially active seniors experienced one-fourth the rate of cognitive decline as seniors with the lowest levels of social activity.  The results were independent of other factors that may influence cognitive decline including physical activity, general health, and age.     

During a five year period, the Rush University project followed 1,138 adults with an average age of 80.  Their research discovered that “elderly people with the highest levels of social activity -- doing things such as visiting friends, going to parties or attending church -- showed much lower levels of cognitive decline than those who were the least socially active.”   

MorningStar at Golden Ridge is committed to provide the best assisted and independent living Peoria AZ has to offer. We strongly believe we need to address our residents’ overall health and wellbeing through physical, intellectual and spiritual activities as well as to help them engage socially.   

Our life enrichment programs present creative ways for residents to stay active and productive for both companionship and pure fun.  Our programs tap into residents’ unique talents and experiences as well as allow them to find new avenues of interest.  In addition to our in-house activities, we take group trips to cultural destinations, parks, area malls, museums, and restaurants in and around Peoria, Glendale and the surrounding areas. 

Please visit our website to see what is happening at MorningStar at Golden Ridge.  If you like what you see, go ahead and set up a visit.  We look forward to meeting you. 

The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Golden Ridge, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  Our foundation is built upon honoring God, valuing all seniors, and investing in staff with a felt calling to serve.  Dedicated to creating a real home for residents within a beautiful setting, we encourage you to see for yourself the finest assisted and independent living Peoria AZ offers. 

Sources: usnews.com/health-news/family-health/brain-and-behavior/articles/2011/05/04/socializing-may-keep-elderly-minds-sharp

livestrong.com/article/543831-the-importance-of-elderly-exercise-socialization-programs/

The Affordably of Assisted Living

We know research indicates senior living may be a healthier option for older adults especially after the death of a spouse, but did you know that assisted living may actually be a better bargain than in-home care.  Many families are surprised to hear that but according to cost comparisons done by A Place for Mom, once you piece together all of the services needed to ensure the person’s comfort and safety, staying in their own home might be more costly.   

This of course depends on the extent of care your parent requires, but keep in mind that at home, they are still responsible for mortgage payments or monthly rent, property taxes and property insurance.  If they live in a condominium, they may also have a maintenance fee.  If your parent lives alone and does not have 24/7 care, you should probably get a 24-hour emergency call service.  Add to that housekeeping services, landscaping/snow removal and other home maintenance, and your monthly expenses can be considerable. 

Now figure in the costs for daily health aide visitations and a personal care assistant to help with activities such as bathing, dressing and preparing meals.  Furthermore, you may incur costs for transportation to and from things like doctor appointments, grocery shopping and banking.  And finally, while there is not a price tag on alleviating loneliness, moving into senior housing provides instant companionship whenever it is desired.      

Assisted living communities such as MorningStar of Beaverton lovingly offer a whole host of wellness programs and activities designed to engage and support residents’ physical, mental, spiritual, and social wellbeing.  We have 66 private assisted living suites and 38 secure suites devoted to the care of those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.  Please visit our website for more information. 

MorningStar of Beaverton proudly provides the very best in senior living with our unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve, we create a true home for residents amid a beautiful setting.  Please schedule a tour to discover our new assisted living and memory care community.

Source: aplaceformom.com/planning-and-advice/articles/assisted-living-in-home-care-compared

See Our Website for Answers to FAQs

If you are in the beginning stages of looking for senior living in and around Peoria and the Glendale area, we recommend taking a look at MorningStar at Golden Ridge.  Our community has 38 Casitas for independent living, 65 suites for assisted living, and 35 secure suites devoted to the care of those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.    

One good way to get to know our community is through our website where you will find lots of information regarding our amenities and services as well as information and floor plans for our Casitas and suites.  Furthermore, the MorningStar Senior Living Company, which encompasses over 30 communities under operation or development, has lots of information about how our communities are run and what they offer. 

One of the areas you will find especially informative is the “FAQ” section.  Here we go through a whole list of questions we have been asked in the past and provide families with answers.  Topics include why we are different, what we offer, and just what is an assisted living community.  We also provide help in determining if your loved one needs assisted living along with suggestions on how to begin the conversation on why it may be the time to start thinking about making a change in their living situation. 

The FAQ page is also an easy way to see if you or your loved one meets our age requirement (for an IL, AL, or MC suite, you must be at least 62 years of age, for Cottages 55 years of age).  It also provides answers to questions regarding Companion Living, couples living together, respite stays, pets, and much more.  Additionally, while we provide answers as to how our fees are structured and how we determine the care you or your family member will receive in assisted living, we are more than happy to answer all and any questions personally.  Once you have looked over our website, we invite you to set up a tour of MorningStar at Golden Ridge to see for yourself our beautiful, vibrant community.            

MorningStar at Golden Ridge’s distinct mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living options.  Our foundation is built upon honoring God, valuing all seniors, and investing in staff with a felt calling to serve.  Dedicated to creating a real home for residents within a beautiful setting, we encourage you to see for yourself the area’s finest independent and assisted living.

Learn & Contribute at MorningStar of Beaverton

At MorningStar of Beaverton, we believe that seniors have a lot to contribute as well as a desire to continue learning, which is why we are proud to offer our signature wellness program, WellStar.  Each day our Life Enrichment team finds ways to help residents celebrate life by engaging the mind, body and spirit in purposeful and productive activities.   

One look at our monthly calendar posted on our home page will give you an idea of the entertaining, enjoyable activities we invite our residents to participate in. A few examples of the goings-on at MorningStar include a Stitching Club, Flower Arranging, and Craft Classes; meetings of our Writing and Book Clubs; or join the Walking Club.  We also offer games such as Bingo and Trivia, Card and Board Games, Social Hours and Movie Nights.   

Along with the pure fun of the experience, you will have the chance to bond with fellow residents and staff and become a part of our philosophy of building “Family for Life.”  As one of our MorningStar Senior Living resident’s explains, “My wife and I were just existing in our former home, but we’re living here at MorningStar. It’s all in how you look at the changes in your life.”  

In addition weekly activities typically include a road trip to local areas of interest or a pleasant scenic drive that may end up with lunch at a nearby park or restaurant.  We also invite residents to tap into their unique talents and life experiences by leading special interest clubs.   

As one of the area’s top choice for assisted living, MorningStar of Beaverton is a beautiful, compassionate community that is served by a loving team of extraordinary caregivers.  Please visit our website for pricing and availability and to set up a tour to see firsthand all of our amenities and comforts.       

MorningStar of Beaverton proudly provides the very best in senior living with our unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve, we create a true home for residents amid a beautiful setting.  Please schedule a tour to discover our new assisted living and memory care community.

Independent Senior Living Convenient to Peoria and Glendale

Newly opened in January, MorningStar at Golden Ridge is committed to provide the best independent living Peoria AZ has to offer. Our beautiful community, set on 8.8 acres, has   38 Casitas for independent living set back on the property in their own neighborhood.  A nearby building is home to two other neighborhoods, assisted living for seniors who require help with daily personal care, and our Reflections Neighborhood devoted to those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases.   

Independent living at Golden Ridge provides seniors with carefree retirement years, and as our Casitas are rented on a month-to-month basis and not a buy-in community, it does not require a large upfront investment such as many other area properties.  The Casitas offer a good value when compared to our competitors, given the premium upgrades that characterize our homes, and the host of services and amenities included. 

Our stylish, contemporary Casitas offer high-quality stainless-steel appliances, including an electric stove, garbage disposal, dishwasher, refrigerator, and above-stove microwave and/or hood with vent.  All kitchens have premium quartz countertops, stained wood cabinets and high-end wood-laminate plank flooring.  In addition, the Casitas have a one car attached garage and additional uncovered surface spaces throughout our campus. 

Included in your monthly fee, you will receive a daily continental breakfast (M-F) and one meal per day in the restaurant.  Our community has a liquor license and liquor and wine is available in our main dining room as well as at our Bistro and Clubhouse.  As a resident you will have access to a range of amenities including a variety of life enrichment programs, saline swimming pool, fitness center, theater, salon and much more.  Please visit our website and contact us regarding availability and pricing. 

The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Golden Ridge, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  Our foundation is built upon honoring God, valuing all seniors, and investing in staff with a felt calling to serve.  Dedicated to creating a real home for residents within a beautiful setting, we encourage you to see for yourself the finest assisted and independent living Peoria AZ offers.

Join the MorningStar of Beaverton Family

If you are looking for the best senior living Beaverton Oregon has to offer, we encourage you to visit our website to learn why our residents are proud to call MorningStar of Beaverton “home.”  Our whole team is committed to being the best and living up to our unique mission statements as follows: 

·         Honor God in our business practices and relationships — a commitment to strong moral values and ethics

·         Value all seniors as gifted and contributing individuals — a commitment to creating a community that promotes a healthy, engaged lifestyle, while providing security and independence

·         Invest generously in our team’s ability to serve well — a commitment to hiring and retaining employees who use creative minds and compassionate hearts to serve residents    

MorningStar Senior Living’s founder and CEO, Ken Jaeger, began the company out of his desire to create senior living that was defined by the human touch.  He said his intention was to “re-create my grandmother’s house, a place where one can go and feel a sense of family.”  Fifteen years later, MorningStar has continued to grow and prosper as with the recent opening of MorningStar of Beaverton as well as another Oregon community, MorningStar of Happy Valley, which is scheduled to open late this year. 

Our team is made up of a group of individuals who do the right thing even when no one is watching and feel privileged to serve seniors.  Our compassionate community is filled with love and laughter as we aspire to and nurture our core value of Love, Respect, Honesty, Fairness, Goodness, and Kindness.  

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Beaverton, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve, we create a true home for residents amid a beautiful setting. Please contact us to learn more about the finest senior living Beaverton Oregon offers.

Is it Time for Assisted Living?

At MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge, we know families often go through a range of emotions once they realize their loved one needs more daily help in order to ensure their comfort and safety.  Furthermore, moving into a retirement community, especially assisted living is often precipitated by a major life change, which is why we have put together a commonsense decision guide to help families navigate through the process.  

One thing to consider before making any decision is to think about what you are trying to solve, and not just next year, but with an eye to the next 5 to 10 years.  Also keep in mind that the concept of “assisted living” is only a few decades old and is intended to feel like a home – not an institution such as nursing homes of old.  Today’s assisted living is based on the European model and is a new paradigm in wellness and engagement. 

Reading through our decision guide, you will find information on what families should look for in terms of determining whether their loved one needs more help.  It talks about safety issues such as recent falls and balance problems, forgetfulness that could lead to a dangerous situation like leaving the stove-top on, and driving mishaps.  The guide also cautions families to notice things like weight loss, poor hygiene, and failing eyesight. 

Additionally, MorningStar has tips to help you narrow down your choices of assisted living communities.  Along with considering location, price, and amenities, one of our most important tips is to take a tour of the community or communities you are most interested in.  Beyond the website and all the promotional materials, a tour provides an up close and personal look at the place you or your loved one is considering making their new home.  On our home page, we have a convenient link to an online form to set up a tour with us.     

MorningStar at Golden Ridge’s distinct mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living options.  Our foundation is built upon honoring God, valuing all seniors, and investing in staff with a felt calling to serve.  Dedicated to creating a real home for residents within a beautiful setting, we encourage you to see for yourself the area’s finest independent and assisted living.

Individualized, Compassionate Memory Care at MorningStar of Beaverton

At MorningStar of Beaverton, we opened in November 2018 committed to providing the best senior living Beaverton Oregon has to offer.  We proudly provide the area’s seniors high-quality assisted living and memory care.  As experienced specialists in caring for those with memory loss from Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related diseases, our community is equipped to care for residents from the onset of the disease right through to the most advanced stages.

Our loving and compassionate team considers it their calling as well as their privilege to care for your loved one.  Also MorningStar’s holistic approach to memory care incorporates some of the most respected research-based care programs available. Our comprehensive care also includes assisting families to better understand and cope with the disease. 

When a resident joins our Reflections Neighborhood, we spend time with them and their family to learn as much as we can about their life before the memory loss including their talents, vocation, and preferences.  From there, we create a daily care plan based on their needs and designed to stimulate or calm in response to their mood or situation.  We know that whatever the form of dementia, a person’s essence remains and our calling is to find ways to connect with and nurture that essence. 

All memory care residents are encouraged to participate in a full range of daily wellness programs and activities designed to support and engage their physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social connections.  Each day offers a variety of physical exercise suitable for our residents.  We also offer musical entertainment, crafts, games and sing-alongs as well as planned outings.  A few examples of our scheduled activities include Chair Exercise, Noodle Baseball, Baking Club, Name that Tune, Bingo, Word Games, and Evening Meditation.   

MorningStar of Beaverton offers 66 private assisted living suites and 38 secure suites devoted to the specialized care of those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.  All of our suites are ready to move into and just need your furnishings and personal items to feel like home.  Please contact us for information on pricing and availability.   

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Beaverton, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve, we create a true home for residents amid a beautiful setting. Please contact us to learn more about the finest senior living Beaverton Oregon offers.

MorningStar of Arvada’s Unique Approach to Memory Care

Getting a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or another dementia-related disease is devastating for the person and their family.  All of one’s carefully laid plans are cast aside as their future takes a much different path.    
Newly opened, MorningStar of Arvada is an independent living, assisted living and memory care community located on 1.5 acres near shopping, medical services, restaurstern U.S, where we have worked hard to become dementia care specialists.

Unlike other memory care communities, MorningStar’s extensive experience has allowed us to gain a deep understanding of the disease, and we consider it our privilege to serve those with memory loss.  We recognize that the person’s essence remains and are committed to finding ways to connect with and nurture that essence.

We also consider residents’ family members to be part of our MorningStar family as we walk alongside the memory-impaired and their families on this unexpected journey.  Our unique approach to memory care is called Lavender Sky, which is how we thoughtfully enter, embrace and explore the entirely different and isolating world of memory loss.  

Every aspect of our memory care is designed to address the needs of our residents including 24/7 compassionate Care Mangers, wellness programs and activities that will stimulate and calm as needed.  Even our meals are designed with our most tender residents’ needs in mind and are as good to look at as they are to eat.

MorningStar of Arvada offers 112 independent and assisted living suites along with 29 secure suites for memory care in our Reflections Neighborhood.  Please visit our website or contact us for more information

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Arvada, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities. Our foundation is built upon honoring God, valuing all seniors, and investing in staff with a felt calling to serve. Dedicated to creating a real home for residents within a beautiful setting, we encourage you to learn more about the finest independent living, assisted living and memory care Arvada has to offer.

Learn More About Newly Opened MorningStar at Golden Ridge

If you are searching in the Peoria and Glendale areas for the finest senior living, we would like to introduce you to MorningStar at Golden Ridge.  We opened our doors to residents earlier this year with the goal of providing the best assisted and independent living Peoria AZ has to offer.  Within a beautiful 8.8-acre campus our community has three neighborhoods: 38 Casitas with attached garages for independent living, 65 assisted living suites for seniors who require help with personal daily activities, and 35 memory care suites devoted to those with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.   

Our beautiful, vibrant home is designed for carefree retirement years and offers a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community.  Golden Ridge’s independent living Casitas, structured as quadraplexes, are set back on the property within their own private neighborhood with a clubhouse and swimming pool. Included in our independent living, residents receive a continental breakfast (Monday – Friday) in the Clubhouse and one meal per day in the restaurant.  Also included in monthly rent is access to all onsite amenities, twice monthly housekeeping, utilities, group transportation and all life enrichment programing. 

Assisted living and memory care residents have a choice of floor plans including studio, one-and two-bedroom options.  These suites offer a kitchenette, handicap-accessible bathroom, emergency call system, private heating and air conditioning, weekly housekeeping and linen service along with daily spot cleaning and trash removal.  Residents in both assisted living and memory care are treated to three delicious meals daily. Furthermore, everyone in our community benefits from exceptional wellness programs and activities.   

Most importantly, MorningStar at Golden Ridge is proud to have a hospitality and care team who feels called to serve seniors and works to create a true home for all of our residents.  Please visit our website to learn more about the area’s most sought-after senior living community.   

The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Golden Ridge, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  Our foundation is built upon honoring God, valuing all seniors, and investing in staff with a felt calling to serve.  Dedicated to creating a real home for residents within a beautiful setting, we encourage you to see for yourself the finest assisted and independent living Peoria AZ offers.

Resort-style Amenities at Beaverton’s Newest Senior Living Community

Newly opened in November, MorningStar of Beaverton senior living community offers 66 bright suites for assisted living and 38 secure suites devoted to the specialized care of those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.  

Our community was meticulously designed to provide our residents with all the comforts of home to ensure carefree retirement years.   In addition to the warm and welcoming common rooms and private suites that are all ready to move into, we have a loving, dedicated staff that is honored to serve seniors.   

As a resident, you will enjoy three daily meals that are expertly prepared by our own Executive Chef.  Our meals are served restaurant-style in our lovely dining room, and for intimate dinners, we offer a private dining room.  Our community also includes a chapel/theatre that includes a Wii, a bistro, fitness room and spa bath.  MorningStar of Beaverton also has an onsite salon that offers hairstyling, manicures and pedicures.   

Around our exterior spaces, we have an outdoor patio overlooking wetlands, raised garden beds, strolling paths and two enclosed courtyards.  Inside, our community has a cozy, inviting fireside library and beautiful sun rooms as well as our life enrichment room where many of our wellness programs and activities take place.  Other services include scheduled transportation, a 24-hour care staff, full-time licensed nurse and much more.      

We encourage you to set up a tour to see for yourself the best senior living community in Beaverton.  Our suites are available in a variety of configurations that include spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans.   Please visit our website to learn more.   

MorningStar of Beaverton proudly provides the very best in senior living with our unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve, we create a true home for residents amid a beautiful setting.  Please schedule a tour to discover the newest community in Beaverton. 

Seniors Need to be Aware of Their Fluid Intake

Now that we are approaching the summer months and outside temperatures will begin to rise, it is important for seniors to stay hydrated.  Dehydration can cause serious problems, and since older adults can become dehydrated even when it is not hot outside, they need to remember to make a conscious effort to increase their fluid intake.   

There are several reasons why the elderly are more at risk for dehydration including the fact that the body’s mechanisms meant to protect us from dehydration do not work as well as we age.  This means older adults often experience diminished thirst sensations that may lead to reduced fluid consumption or suffer from conditions such as incontinence that can increase water loss.  Certain medications commonly prescribed to seniors to treat high blood pressure or heart failure can also cause dehydration.  Other things that can lead to dehydration include memory problems that result in someone forgetting to drink or mobility problems that make it hard for a person to get something to drink.   

Experts suggest that one way to help prevent dehydration is to set up a schedule to drink  something several times a day and that it is better to offer fluids more frequently than expecting a senior to drink a large amount at one time.  The general recommendation is for older adults to consume at least 57.5 fluid ounces or 7.1 cups during a 24 hour period.  Just keep in mind that alcohol can be dehydrating and have a definite diuretic effect on people.   

At MorningStar at Golden Ridge, our community is designed to see to the needs of our residents.   Included in the many services and amenities we provide are daily nutritional meals served in the Clubhouse or restaurant-style in our attractive dining room.  We feel that good food (and drink) is one of the great joys of living, especially when enjoyed in community.  Please visit our website to learn more about our independent living, assisted living, and memory care options.   

MorningStar at Golden Ridge’s distinct mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living options.  Our foundation is built upon honoring God, valuing all seniors, and investing in staff with a felt calling to serve.  Dedicated to creating a real home for residents within a beautiful setting, we encourage you to see for yourself the area’s finest independent and assisted living.

Source: betterhealthwhileaging.net/qa-how-to-prevent-diagnose-treat-dehydration-aging-adults/

Osteoporosis in Seniors

While one in four women 65 years and older (one in two women over the age of 80) have osteoporosis, it is not a disease that only affects women.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that one in ten men older than 80 also have some level of bone loss.   

So what is osteoporosis?  Experts state that the disease is the gradual weakening of the skeletal system and causes bones to become weak and brittle.  This results in an increased risk of fractures from falls or mild stresses as the bones thin (a decrease of bone mass and density) and become depleted of bone calcium and protein. 

To diagnose the disease, patients are screened using a dual X-ray absorptiometry, also called a DXA or DEXA.  Doctors use the test to measure the bone mineral density (BMD) of the spine, hip or total body to help evaluate a person’s risk of fracture.  The noninvasive scan is painless and usually takes only 10 or 20 minutes. 

While there are risk factors associated with a greater likelihood of developing osteoporosis, some people develop it without any of them.  Gender, family history, age, body size and ethnicity are risk factors you cannot change but there are other things you can change.   Bone loss can be caused by a lifetime diet that is low in calcium and vitamin D as well as the long-term use of several medications such as glucocorticoids. Lack of exercise, cigarette smoking, and excessive consumption of alcohol can also lead to osteoporosis. 

Many doctors would like to see more adults tested at a younger age so if there are any signs of the disease, it can be identified early and treatment and lifestyle changes made years before bones become brittle.  Right now bone mineral density screening is recommended for all postmenopausal women and for men age 50 years and older based on risk factors and on the advice of their health care provider.   

This post is intended for informational purposes only.  Please contact your health care provider with any questions or concerns you have regarding your health.  

MorningStar of Beaverton proudly provides the very best in assisted living with our unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.” With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve, we create a true home for residents amid a beautiful setting. Please contact us to learn more about the finest assisted living in Beaverton Oregon. 

Sources: agingcare.com/articles/an-overview-of-osteoporosis-133147.htm

webmd.com/healthy-aging/news/20150813/1-in-4-senior-women-in-us-has-osteoporosis-cdc#1 

MorningStar at Golden Ridge’s Amenities Let You Enjoy Your Senior Years

MorningStar at Golden Ridge provides seniors with a lifestyle of wellness, comfort and community.  By offering the finest independent and assisted living in the area, it allows our residents to enjoy carefree retirement years and gives them the time to pursue interests both new and old.   

Our first-class amenities start with delicious daily meals largely prepared from scratch and served restaurant style in our charming dining rooms.  We also have our own bistro bar, fitness centers, and an in-house salon that offers hairstyling, manicures and pedicures.  In addition, we have a theater/chapel, library and a private dining rooms that are available for intimate dinners.   

Each day, we offer a whole host of wellness programs and activities that are designed to enhance health and wellness, stimulate your brain and encourage connections.  Amidst our beautiful grounds, we have an outdoor dining patio, and our memory care residents have a secure courtyard where they too can safely enjoy the outdoors.  Along with scheduled transportation, we routinely take road trips to a variety of cultural destinations, shopping malls, restaurants, parks and more.   

To ensure your utmost comfort and wellbeing, MorningStar at Golden Ridge has a compassionate 24-hour care staff and a full-time licensed nurse on call 24/7.  If there is something you need, our team is right there ready to help. In our assisted living and memory care neighborhoods, there is an emergency call button in each room of the suite. 

We encourage you to visit our website for more details about our remarkable senior living community.  Our property has 65 well designed assisted living suites, in a choice of spacious studio or one and two-bedroom floor plans.  The Reflections Neighborhood has an additional 35 secure suites devoted to the care of those afflicted with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.  The Casitas, set back on the property within their own private neighborhood, includes 38 homes with clubhouse and swimming pool for active, independent seniors.  If this all sounds good, please schedule a tour. 

MorningStar at Golden Ridge’s distinct mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living options.  Our foundation is built upon honoring God, valuing all seniors, and investing in staff with a felt calling to serve.  Dedicated to creating a real home for residents within a beautiful setting, we encourage you to see for yourself the area’s finest independent and assisted living.