Age Related Hearing Loss

According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Commucation Disorders (NIDCD) about one in three people between the ages of 65 and 74 has hearing loss, and nearly half of those 75 and older have difficultly hearing.  This can make it hard for seniors to understand and follow a doctor's advice, to respond to warnings, and to hear doorbells and alarms.  Difficultly hearing also makes it hard for many elderly people to follow and engage in conversation with their family and friends.   

Known as presbycusis, hearing loss in seniors generally occurs gradually and initially affects the ability to hear higher pitched sounds.  The person may notice that while the speech is loud enough, it sounds as if the talker is mumbling.  The condition is commonly caused by the loss of nerve hair cells in the Cochlea or the deterioration of other parts of the inner ear or auditory nerves.   Age-related hearing loss typically affects both ears equally. 

In some cases, health conditions more common among the elderly such as high blood pressure and diabetes can additionally affect hearing.  Furthermore, certain medications including some types of chemotherapy drugs can cause hearing loss.   

The NIDCD has a checklist to help seniors determine if they are experiencing hearing problems.  Questions include: Do you feel frustrated when talking to members of your family because you have difficulty hearing them?; Do you have difficulty hearing when someone speaks in a whisper?; and Do you that any difficulty with your hearing limits your personal or social life?  

Another cause of hearing loss can be the result of long-term exposure to loud noise and is one of the most common occupational hazards.  The exposure damages the sensory hair cells in the ears, which do not grow back.  It is estimated that at least 10 million Americans have irreversible hearing loss due to long-term exposure to noise.     

Seniors should discuss any hearing problems with their health care provider who will refer them to an otolaryngologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the ear, nose, throat, and neck.  The otolarynogogist will test your hearing, and if a problem is found, will refer you on to an audiologist who will determine the type and degree of hearing loss.   Either they or a hearing aid specialist will fit you for a hearing aid.  

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 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: nidcd.nih.gov/health/hearing-loss-older-adults

Financial and Care Planning for Seniors

Especially if you are an older adult, you should have a will or trust drawn up as well as a power-of-attorney and an advanced directive.   The difference between a will and a trust is a will is a legal document that goes into effect after the person dies while a trust goes into effect as soon as it is created.  The trustor (the creator of that trust) can name others to be in charge of the trust when she or he becomes incapacitated or dies.  

A living will, also known as a Health Care Directive, is a legal document in which a person specifies what actions should be taken for their health care if they are no longer able to make decisions for themselves because of illness or incapacity.  The person named as the health care authority has the power to make medical decisions and sees to it that the wishes of the person is carried out.   

Another legal document many seniors find is a good idea to have is a Durable Power Of Attorney (DPOA).  The document is used if the person (the principal) ever becomes mentally incapacitated and covers both financial and medical decisions.   The attorney-in-fact or agent in effect becomes a legal guardian for the disabled principal. 

These types of documents should be drawn up before a person becomes incapacitated.  If someone has a diminished capacity due to Alzheimer’s or another medical condition and needs someone to handle their medical and financial decisions, a person can pursue a legal Guardianship status for them.  Legal guardianship is granted by the courts and typically continues throughout the remainder of the person’s life.  Please refer to your financial consultant or attorney for more information.   

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 senior living in Peoria, AZ.

Many Seniors Prefer Community Living

Did you know that studies show many older adults prefer the carefree life offered by senior living?  The idea of no longer having all of the responsibilities that come along with owning a home including the repairs and upkeep is very appealing to many seniors.  Furthermore, for seniors who still think moving into an assisted living community is a place people go to die, most likely have not visited one of today’s vibrant communities. 

There are even studies that suggest moving into senior living may be a healthier option for some than living alone.  This can especially be true for seniors after the death of a spouse as many begin to feel isolated and lonely.  Not to mention the burden of keeping up with household chores such as cleaning, cooking, laundry or needing to move up and down stairs.  

Senior living communities offer an individual the opportunity to easily make new friends as well as gives them the time to pursue special interests or to explore new hobbies.  Also communities typically provide amenities such as onsite fitness centers in addition to offering a range of exercise classes geared toward the fitness level of older adults. 

MorningStar of Beaverton is a new assisted living and memory care community that that opened late last year.  We understand that for some the “MorningStar” name may be new to the Portland area, but we want to reassure you that MorningStar Senior Living is anything but new.  Our senior living communities are scattered throughout the Western U.S. and include MorningStar of Happy Valley, which is set to open in late 2019. 

In addition, we want you know that our community is staffed by a compassionate, professional team of individuals who are experienced in all facets of senior living and committed to providing our residents a true “home.”  Visit our website for contact information and to find out more about our beautiful community.

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Beaverton, “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 senior living in Beaverton Oregon.

Walking Considered by Many Experts to be the Best Exercise for the Elderly

There have been a number of studies done that document the benefits of walking for older adults, and it is considered by many experts to be the safest and best exercise for the elderly.  Not only can it be performed at a low or moderate intensity and is easy on the joints, but it is also easy to start as it does not require any special equipment.   

To get the most benefit out of walking, it is recommended you do it regularly.  The heart-healthy exercise can improve cardiovascular health and has been linked to lower risks of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes and strokes.  Furthermore, researchers   have found that “even small amounts of walking each week have been shown to reduce these risks around 15% to 20%.”  Daily walking regimens have “shown a 30% to 50% reduction in participants’ risk of cardiac arrest.”    

Other benefits of walking include stopping or decreasing bone mass loss as well as strengthening leg and abdominal muscles, which can improve balance and stability.  Walking can also lead to weight loss or help maintain weight if needed.  Seniors who regularly walk have shown an improvement in their sleep patterns and an increase in mental sharpness.  In addition it assists with joint support by moving the fluid within our joints/cartilage.  It can also help make you feel happier.    

At MorningStar at Golden Ridge, we believe in providing seniors with opportunities to stay fit and keep moving.  We also have lots of other activities to engage residents including crafts, sing-a-longs, games, movies and much more.  Please visit our website to learn more about Peoria’s best 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 schedule a tour to visit our exceptional community. 

Source: thecaregiverspace.org/8-science-backed-health-benefits-to-walking-for-seniors/  

Visiting Someone with Dementia

If you have wondered how to make the most of your time when you visit a relative or friend suffering from Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, take some tips from the experts.  They have the experience to help your visit go more smoothly.     

Their first tip is to adjust to your loved one as they are now and do not expect to have the same type of conversations with them as you once did.  As dementia care specialist Vivian Green Korner explains, “Conversations may become less intellect to intellect and more emotion to emotion.” 

Another thing, focus on what the person still has rather than focusing on what they have lost.  They may enjoy stories about the past as well as love hearing music that reminds them of when they were young.  Anthony Cirillo, president of The Aging Experience and host of the Virtual Summit for Caregivers, say that, “Music activates something in people no matter how advanced their dementia.”  Also it may be helpful to bring photos, books or even tasty treats to share with your loved one.   

In addition don’t waste time asking a lot of questions that may just confuse the person, instead, just live in the moment.  Talk about things you are seeing such as the color of the leaves on a tree outside the window or a pretty picture in the room.  If the person appears to be getting agitated, suggest getting up and taking a little walk as often a change of scenery can help to change their mood.   

Remember it is important to make eye contact as a lot of your communication with the person will be non-verbal.  Experts also suggest touching a person before you start to speak as touch is a powerful communicator especially as their verbal skills are starting to diminish.    

Along with 66 graciously appointed suites for assisted living, MorningStar of Beaverton offers 38 secure suites devoted to the individualized, specialized care of residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.  As dementia specialists, we understand the disease and provide care that treats the individual with the dignity and respect they deserve.  Please see our website for 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 our new assisted living and memory care community. 

Source:bluestonemd.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/9-Tips-on-Visiting-Someone-With Dementia.pdf

Join Our Team of Servants’ Hearts

MorningStar Senior Living is a company of servant-minded leaders who strive every day to help us advance our mission of honoring, valuing and investing in others.  Currently our Phoenix MorningStar at Arcadia, MorningStar of Fountain Hills, MorningStar at Arrowhead, and the new MorningStar at Golden Ridge are seeking individuals with a felt calling to serve to fill a variety of assisted living positions.  People who feel as we do, that seniors are heroes who deserve to be treated with the utmost respect and dignity, and love the idea of working for a company that shares their values.

As one MorningStar team member so adeptly explains, “People always ask me why I love my job so much. For me it’s not always about money, but the difference you can make in someone’s life. MorningStar has done so much for me in the short time I have been here. Not only am I changing residents’ lives, but they are changing mine.”  Serving others will give you the opportunity to not only grow professionally but personally.

MorningStar is deliberate about the kind of culture we wish to create, and thus are building a team of service professionals who feel called, connected and empowered.  As our founding mission statement includes investing generously in our team’s ability to serve well, we provide all MorningStar employees training in our proprietary service excellence initiative, Radiance.  We also provide training in Lavender Sky, our holistic approach and philosophy to memory care along with mentoring and support each step of the way.

Our assisted living jobs include all of the roles required to smoothly run our gorgeous Phoenix residential homes such as care managers, housekeeping staff, dining room servers, directors, chefs, and more.  As we are a 24/7 operation, openings include full and part-time positions, and various shifts. All team members receive competitive wages and a full range of benefits. We seek people who embody our core values – love, kindness, goodness, honesty, fairness, and respect to work at one of our Phoenix communities.  

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 make a difference in the lives of our beloved seniors, please visit MorningStar’s Career page for a link to fulfilling assisted living jobs in Phoenix.

MorningStar Care Managers are Exceptional People

Our Phoenix area MorningStar senior living communities are looking for extraordinary individuals with big hearts and a felt calling to serve to join our dedicated team of MorningStar care managers.   Our gorgeous communities are in and around the greater Phoenix area, and while they all boast exceptional architecture and design, we are most proud of the loving atmosphere that dwells within our homes.   

This would not be possible without our remarkable team who strives every day to build our MorningStar family one relationship at a time and who truly care for our residents as if they were their own moms or dads or grandparents.  Our MorningStar care managers are no exception and are an integral part of our success.

As a care manager you will be encouraged to build relationships with our residents, their families and fellow team members.  You will receive meaningful training as well as enjoy working with such a supportive team in a family-like setting. Responsibilities include providing the assistance residents need with their personal daily care activities and to help ensure their physical comfort, safety, and mental well-being.  You will also be encouraged to share creative solutions to help improve our residents’ lives and the operations of our home.

Along with care managers, our posted assisted living jobs in Phoenix include cooks, medication care manager/QMAPs, dining room servers, and housekeepers.  Moreover regardless of your position you will receive competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.  On our website, you will find complete job descriptions as well as an online application. Communities include MorningStar at Arcadia, MorningStar of Fountain Hills, MorningStar at Arrowhead, and our soon to open, MorningStar at Golden Ridge.  

MorningStar communities are intentional about populating our speech with these key motivators: to love from a deep place, to serve rather than be served, and to focus on that which matters most: relationships.   If you would love to be part of something special, we invite you to join our MorningStar family.

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.  With a foundation built on honoring God and valuing all seniors, we are currently recruiting staff with a felt calling to serve. Would you like to make a difference in a senior’s life? If so visit MorningStar’s Career page for a link to fulfilling assisted living jobs in Phoenix.

We Proudly Welcome Veterans to MorningStar at Golden Ridge

Throughout all of MorningStar’s communities, we are privileged to have veterans from all five branches of military service call us home.   Whenever we hear that veterans or families of vets are interested in MorningStar at Golden Ridge, we are pleased to direct them to local resources that can help to ease and quicken the application process for “Aid & Attendance”. This is a monthly benefit payment allocated by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs to certain wartime veterans and their survivors who qualify for financial need and have a doctor’s order for regular assistance with daily living activities.     

Additional qualifications for the vets include having served at least 90 days of active duty, of which at least one day was spent serving during a period of a foreign war.  Also, the vet must not have been dishonorably discharged.  The Aid & Attendance benefit does not require the vet to have served overseas, seen combat or retired from the military.  For surviving spouses to be eligible for the benefit, they must have been married to the vet at the time of their death and never remarried.   

Every state (including Arizona) has a Department of Military/Veteran Affairs staffed with Veteran Service Officers who will assist in completing the Aid & Attendance application.  Their services are free of charge and the process typically takes three to four months. 

We encourage you to contact us to learn more about applying for the benefit.  MorningStar at Golden Ridge offers assisted living suites in a range of floor plans as well as secure suites devoted to the individualized care of those with memory impairment. For those looking for independent living, we have well-designed Casitas with attached garages.   Visit our website to set up a tour of our beautiful community.    

MorningStar at Golden Ridge represents the finest in senior living with our unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing our seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve in order to provide a true home for residents.  Please schedule a visit to experience firsthand our exceptional independent and assisted living.      

MorningStar of Beaverton Takes Dining to the Next Level

At MorningStar of Beaverton, we proudly take dining to a new level with beautifully prepared meals served restaurant-style.  We recognize that good nutrition is especially important to the wellbeing of seniors, which is why we put so much emphasis on ensuring our food service is A+. 

Furthermore, we believe food is a healing medicine unlike any other and is one of the great joys of living, especially when enjoyed within a community setting.  When we break bread together, it is much more than just physical nutrients as it helps to bond us as a family and as friends. 

To ensure our food service is both delicious and nutritional, we have our own highly-trained professional chef who is in charge of all meal prep.  Residents enjoy seasonal menus that are prepared largely from scratch and feature the freshest of ingredients of which come from high-quality producers and/or are locally sourced.  Meals are also modified to include an array of low sodium, sugar free, no sugar added, vegetarian and low fat choices so that residents can self-manage any dietary restrictions.   

Recognizing that nutrient-rich foods can help stimulate the appetite as well as support brain health, MorningStar of Beaverton’s meals are also prepared using ingredients with high concentrations of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.   These “super foods” include leafy, dark greens; dark chocolate; acai; berries, and Omega 3 fats.  Most importantly mealtime at MorningStar is a time for residents to relax and enjoy the company of fellow residents or family and friends.   

Located in a suburb of Portland overlooking a beautiful natural wetland, MorningStar of Beaverton residents enjoy a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community within a loving atmosphere.  Please visit our website to learn more about the area’s best senior living community, and while you are there, set up a tour to see for yourself why residents are proud to call us home.   

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Beaverton, “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 senior living in Beaverton Oregon.

MorningStar of Beaverton Takes Dining to the Next Level

At MorningStar of Beaverton, we proudly take dining to a new level with beautifully prepared meals served restaurant-style.  We recognize that good nutrition is especially important to the wellbeing of seniors, which is why we put so much emphasis on ensuring our food service is A+. 

Furthermore, we believe food is a healing medicine unlike any other and is one of the great joys of living, especially when enjoyed within a community setting.  When we break bread together, it is much more than just physical nutrients as it helps to bond us as a family and as friends. 

To ensure our food service is both delicious and nutritional, we have our own highly-trained professional chef who is in charge of all meal prep.  Residents enjoy seasonal menus that are prepared largely from scratch and feature the freshest of ingredients of which come from high-quality producers and/or are locally sourced.  Meals are also modified to include an array of low sodium, sugar free, no sugar added, vegetarian and low fat choices so that residents can self-manage any dietary restrictions.   

Recognizing that nutrient-rich foods can help stimulate the appetite as well as support brain health, MorningStar of Beaverton’s meals are also prepared using ingredients with high concentrations of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.   These “super foods” include leafy, dark greens; dark chocolate; acai; berries, and Omega 3 fats.  Most importantly mealtime at MorningStar is a time for residents to relax and enjoy the company of fellow residents or family and friends.   

Located in a suburb of Portland overlooking a beautiful natural wetland, MorningStar of Beaverton residents enjoy a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community within a loving atmosphere.  Please visit our website to learn more about the area’s best senior living community, and while you are there, set up a tour to see for yourself why residents are proud to call us home.   

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Beaverton, “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 senior living in Beaverton Oregon.

Our Assisted Living Jobs Will Keep You Smiling!

If you have been longing to make a difference in the world, please look into the various career opportunities at Phoenix’s beautiful MorningStar senior living communities.  As MorningStar’s Founder/CEO, Ken Jaeger, who does not mince words when it comes to inspiring others to live a life of selfless giving, says, “Don’t wait to serve. Serve now. Today. Get involved somewhere, anywhere. It will make you a better person (and if you work for MorningStar, it will make you a better team member). He goes on to explain that if you give now and give generously, see what happens in your life “for you cannot out-give God.”  

In fact many of our MorningStar team members relate stories of how when serving others, and seniors in particular, they have been surprised to discover that while striving to better the lives of our residents, their own lives became better.  Moreover our assisted living jobs are rewarding careers with opportunities for advancement as we promote from within the company whenever possible. We will also provide the training and support you need to ensure your success.  So whether you are a MorningStar’s housekeeper, care manager, concierge, food server, or other at one of our loving residential homes, you are a valuable member of the team.

If this sounds like something you wish to be part of, please visit MorningStar’s Career page to find a link to “Assisted Living Jobs – Phoenix for a full listing of open positions, descriptions of each job, and a link to an online application.  Our locations include MorningStar at Arcadia, MorningStar of Fountain Hills, MorningStar at Arrowhead, and the new MorningStar at Golden Ridge.  Our communities proudly offer the finest independent living, assisted living and memory care in the area. For more information, please email or give us a call.  

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.

MorningStar at Golden Ridge Offers Stylish, Well-designed Floor Plans

At MorningStar at Golden Ridge we work hard to provide all the amenities and services our residents need to ensure their utmost comfort and wellbeing. Our 8.8-acre campus is conveniently located at North 67th Avenue and West Golden Lane in Peoria AZ. 

Our beautiful community has 65 spacious assistant living suites that come with lighting, high ceilings, large windows, wall-to-wall carpeting mini blinds and more.  All you need to do is to bring your furnishings and personal items.  We offer large studio; one-bedroom, one bath; and two-bedroom, one/or one and a half bath options in a range of floorplans to meet seniors’ personal preferences and needs. If you take a look at our website, you will see a few examples of floorplans but keep in mind that actual suites vary in overall shape and dimensions.    

Each of our assisted living suites are equipped with a kitchenette, handicapped-accessible bathroom and an emergency call system as well as offer a private heating & air conditioning system, and stackable washer/dryer in most suites.  We also provide weekly housekeeping and laundry/linen services in addition to daily spot cleaning and trash removal.   

Tucked into their own nearby neighborhood, our 38 independent living Casita homes feature details such as high-quality stainless-steel appliances, premium quartz countertops, stained wood cabinets, and high-end wood-laminate plank flooring.  Each Casita also has a dishwasher, breakfast bar, side by side washer/dryer and more.  Furthermore, we encourage you to improve and personalize your Casita (you just need to fill out an Alteration Request Form). 

Please visit our website for more information on our beautiful senior living community.  However, to really appreciate all we have to offer, we encourage you to set up a tour and see for yourself why our residents are proud to call MorningStar “home.”    

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 schedule a tour to visit our exceptional communit

Visit Our Website to Learn More about MorningStar Senior Living

MorningStar Senior Living’s first Oregon community, MorningStar of Beaverton, opened last November and will be joined by MorningStar of Happy Valley at the end of this year. While MorningStar may be new to the state, our team is highly experienced in serving seniors, understanding how to provide residents with a quality of life unmatched by other assisted living communities.  

To start to get to know our new Beaverton community as well as the MorningStar Senior Living Company, we suggest you visit our website.  Here you will find a wealth of information regarding FAQs and the types of services and amenities we offer our residents.  You will learn about our mission and the core values we aspire to as we care for seniors, who we consider to be heroes, and the exceptional individuals that work for our company.  Our brand standard of Service Excellence is “Radiance,” which guides the way we want to deliver service at MorningStar – with warmth, sincerity and depth.   

Our website also addresses ways to help make assisted living affordable, a decision guide to help families determine their care options, a special message to veterans regarding often under-utilized benefits and much more.  We additionally discuss the importance of a healthy diet for residents, which is why our community has an Executive Chef to provide nutritional meals that are not only tasty but feature fresh ingredients and “BrainWise” foods.    

MorningStar of Beaverton offers 66 assisted living suites in a variety of floor plans along with 38 secure sites devoted to caring for seniors suffering from memory loss due to Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Our community is located in a western suburb of Portland and enjoys a picturesque setting overlooking a natural wetland.  We are near the popular retail/entertainment center of Progress Ridge Townsquare and convenient to medical facilities and other services.  

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.

MorningStar of Arvada’s Reflections Neighborhood

At MorningStar of Arvada, memory care takes place within our Reflections Neighborhood.  We offer 29 secure suites devoted to the personalized care of those with memory impairment from Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia and can accommodate those in the onset of the disease right through to the more advanced stages. The philosophy motivating our care is based on one of MorningStar’s mission statements that says, “To value all seniors as gifted and contributing individuals.”  

We have a deep understanding of the different forms of dementia including Alzheimer’s that helps us to compassionately care for our memory impaired residents and to find the best ways to interact and communicate with them.  MorningStar’s specially trained staff uses an array of multi-sensory activities including art, dance, music, aromatherapy, life skills, exercise and animals to heal and comfort.  Within the safe haven of our “Neighborhood,” we have created an environment that encourages and supports residents’ independence whenever possible.

Furthermore, we take the time to get to know a resident through interviews with their family members in order to learn about their history, vocation, talents and preferences.  We then use this knowledge to help us design an individualized care plan for the person.

In addition, our Reflections Neighborhood provides daily health monitoring, assistance with meals prepared by our Executive Chef, scheduled outings and special events, and three secure gardens/courtyards.  Our memory care suites accommodate a resident’s own furniture and mementos so they are sure to feel right at home. Contact us to learn more about our beautiful independent living, assisted living and memory care community.  

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.

Is Assisted Living Right for You?

MorningStar at Golden Ridge understands that for many seniors making the decision to move to assisted living can be difficult.  While change for any one can be hard, for seniors contemplating assisted living, it can feel like they are losing their independence.  This is why MorningStar offers both respite stays and short-term stays that give you the opportunity to experience our community and see what you think. 

A respite stay offers the perfect place to recover from surgery or to convalesce in quiet quarters while getting the personal attention you need.  At the same time, you will have the companionship and community that can be just as important in the healing process. A short-term stay gives you a chance to see firsthand how carefree and easy your life could be.   

During your stay, you will be afforded all of the amenities offered to our regular residents including 24-hour care, medication management, three daily meals prepared by our Executive Chef, and a whole range of activities, entertainment and outings.  We also offer group transportation along with courtyards and an outdoor dining patio that allow you to take advantage of our beautiful grounds.  Additionally, we have an onsite library, theatre, fitness centers and more.  

While under our roof you will have the opportunity to enjoy wonderful meals, meet new friends and join in our many intellectual, physical, social and spiritual activities offered to all residents. Our caregivers are a team of truly special individuals who have a felt calling to serve and are the type of people who go out of their way to see to it that our residents have all of their needs met, even their unexpressed ones. 

If you are interested in a senior living community that feels like home, please visit our website for more details.  We are honored to offer the finest independent living, assisted living and memory care in the Peoria, AZ area.   

The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Golden Ridge, “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 schedule a tour of our exceptional independent and assisted living community.

MorningStar of Beaverton was Designed for Your Utmost Comfort

Designed from the ground up to meet the needs of the most discerning senior, MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Beaverton’s goal is to be the best senior living Beaverton Oregon offers.  We have lots of warm, inviting common areas both inside and out and the amenities and services to ensure residents feel right at home.   

If you are someone who finds that preparing meals has become too difficult due to your health or just not something you enjoy any more, you will be delighted to know we offer three daily meals prepared by our Executive Chef.  All of our delicious meals are served in our charming dining room, restaurant-style, and created largely from scratch using the freshest ingredients to tempt the most particular taste buds.  We even offer a private dining room for intimate dinners.     

Also, our Bistro offers a relaxing place for residents as well as their guests to gather and enjoy a beverage or a light snack.  Other beautifully-appointed, comfy gathering places include our lovely fireside library and sunrooms.  Our enclosed courtyards and a patio overlooking a natural wetland will give residents the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.  We also offer strolling paths and raised garden beds. 

Other onsite amenities include our own chapel/theatre with Wii, an art studio, a convenient salon offering hairstyling, manicures and pedicures, and much more.  In addition a monthly calendar filled with meaningful wellness programs and activities will allow you to stay as busy as you like. 

While our array of amenities and services are vast, we haven’t even mentioned our devoted and loving team who are the type of individuals who feel privileged to serve seniors.  Please visit our website to learn more about our new community.

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Beaverton, “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 senior living Beaverton Oregon has to offer.

Do You have Questions about Senior Living Communities?

Many families know next to nothing about senior living when they first begin to look at the various options available.  At MorningStar at Golden Ridge, we understand it is important to have answers ready for all of the questions and concerns that family members may have regarding our senior living community.  

In fact, even before you contact us, you can visit our website and browse through the many informative resources we offer.  To get a sense of our history, mission and philosophy as well as the type of services we assume both locally and globally, take a few minutes to read through MorningStar’s “Our Heart” links.  

To find answers to some of the questions you may have regarding care and services, we encourage you to take a look at our FAQs page.  One important question is how our prices are structured.  For example, assisted living monthly rental fees are based on the apartment’s square footage, location within the building, views and suite choices along with the level of care we will provide (based on a thorough assessment with our Wellness Director).  Also, we offer various auxiliary medical and non-medical services priced a la carte. 

Another important resource from MorningStar is our Decision Guide, which is designed to help families decide whether the time is right for Senior Living, particularly Assisted Living.  You will find warning signs to look for and advice on how best to broach the subject of making the move to a senior community.   

Please keep in mind that while our website it is a great way to familiarize your family with the many amenities and services offered by MorningStar at Golden Ridge, our team is more than happy to answer any questions not addressed.  As one of the area’s leading senior living communities, we offer 38 Casitas for independent living and 65 assisted living suites.  In addition, 35 secure suites are devoted to caring for those with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia.   

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 schedule a tour to visit our exceptional community.

Learn About Companion Living at MorningStar of Beaverton

While seniors have discovered the many benefits of senior living, MorningStar of Beaverton understands that for some older adults the cost may be too high to comfortably afford.  This is why we consider it part of our job to help area seniors find creative ways to make the move to assisted living possible.

One of the things we offer to make it more affordable is “Companion Living.”  Whether you wish to move into assisted living or memory care, Companion Living allows two unrelated people of the same sex to share the expense of a suite.  Furthermore, if you do not have a friend or relative to share a suite with, we will carefully pair you up with another senior who shares your interests and background. 

The advantage of companion living also goes far beyond economics as companionship is important for a person’s health and wellbeing. We believe we are designed by our Creator for relationships, and that isolation can drain us of energy and purpose.  When a senior loses their life partner after being married 40, 50, or 60 years, it can be a very lonely existence and a companion can help to diminish those feelings of loneliness, and help the person to reconnect. 

Offering built-in companionship, it can additionally help to ease the transition of moving into a senior living community.  Also as roommates naturally look after each other’s interests, they may be the first one to notice changes in their roomies’ health or abilities.

Please visit our website to get an idea of the various amenities and services we offer as well as to set up a tour of our gorgeous community.  We are certain MorningStar of Beaverton’s stylish suites and inviting common areas will impress you from the first but the thing we are most proud of is our dedicated, loving team.     

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Beaverton, “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 senior living in Beaverton Oregon.

Discover the Benefits of Senior Living

Now that senior living communities have change dramatically from the past, more and more seniors are discovering the many advantages to senior living.  Whether you are a senior who requires a little extra care or an active one who desires a more carefree lifestyle, senior living communities are becoming more and more appealing.   

Today’s independent living and assisted living communities offer comfortable, carefree retirement years and are designed to meet aging adults’ physical, emotional, spiritual and wellness needs.  In a senior living community such as MorningStar at Golden Ridge, residents find it easy to socialize and meet new friends as well as to engage in a variety of meaningful activities.  

Another benefit of senior living is you can leave behind all of the chores required of a homeowner such as mowing the lawn, shoveling snow, and other routine, time-consuming chores that can be difficult for seniors.  At MorningStar at Golden Ridge, someone else handles the maintenance while you have the freedom to concentrate on more fulfilling activities.   

Many times, older adults have medical conditions that result in them no longer being able or feeling comfortable driving, which is why one of MorningStar’s services includes transportation.  We also provide routine trips to local shopping malls, entertainment venues, parks, museums and more.    

MorningStar at Golden Ridge invites you to schedule a tour to see for yourself why our residents are proud to call us “home”.  Our community has 65 assisted living suites that include studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floorplans.  In addition, we offer 38 two-bedroom Casitas for independent living and 35 secure suites for memory care.   

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: aplaceformom.com/blog/why-seniors-prefer-senior-living-communities/

Does Your Parent Need More Care for Their Safety and Wellbeing?

Have you started to think your parent or a loved one may need more care in the near future to assure their safety and wellbeing?  If the time is coming when they will need help with daily personal care activities, you may want to consider assisted living. MorningStar of Beaverton is a residential home where your loved one will receive the care they need to allow them to live as independently as possible.   

If this sounds like your situation, you will want to include your parent in the decision making process as the more they are involved, the better they will accept the decision.  In the case of a loved one in denial about the need for changes in their lifestyle, it may help to read suggestions from experts on how to navigate through the process.  MorningStar Senior Living has a Decision Guide, available through our website which discusses the journey of aging.    

Stella Henry, R.N., author of The Eldercare Handbook, explains, “Many seniors unrealistically believe they can take care of themselves for the rest of their lives.”  She suggests you start laying the groundwork for eventual lifestyle changes now regardless of whether a change is eminent or sometime in the distant future.  Another specialist, Barry Jacobs, PsyD, a psychologist who has counseled many people through the emotional journey of moving elderly parents, advises adult children to ask their parent to “indulge” them by visiting an assisted living facility.  He adds that people are more likely to reconsider their position if a decision is of their own making.   

MorningStar of Beaverton offers 66 stylish, private assisted living suites along with 38 secure suites devoted to individualized care for those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia related diseases.  Our graciously-appointed community is located in a western suburb of Portland and enjoys a picturesque setting overlooking a natural wetland. Contact us 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/moving-elderly-parents