Music and Art Can Improve the Life of Those Living with Dementia

December 07, 2022 by Karla A in Memory care

Multiple studies report on the benefits of using music and art to improve the lives of those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases. Experts explain they help encourage engagement and self-expression even in more advanced stages.

Professionals who work with Alzheimer’s patients say music seems to decrease agitation and improves behavioral problems common in the middle stages of the disease. Patients in later stages may even be able to sing a song they knew from childhood or tap a foot to the beat even after other forms of communication are difficult. Dancing or gently moving to a rhythm helps coordinate motor movements as well as allows the person to express emotions. Research shows “musical memories are often preserved in Alzheimer's disease because key brain areas linked to musical memory are relatively undamaged by the disease.”

If you wish to use music to calm and soothe, choose peaceful, tranquil pieces. If you want to boost spirits and bring back happy memories, use livelier pieces. Experts say to turn off other distractions like a TV and close windows if there is outside noise. Music may be more enjoyable to the person if it is something they are familiar with from their earlier life.

Art can also be an outlet for self-expression and give a person with Alzheimer’s a sense of purpose and accomplishment in creating their own work. Experts recommended avoiding any project that seems childlike and demeaning. Use safe, non-toxic materials, and if they need, take their hand and guide it on the paper to get them started. Moreover, remember there is no need for the person to finish.

Along with independent living and assisted living, MorningStar at Golden Ridge offers compassionate memory care for those in the early onset of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia right through to the most advanced stages. Our holistic care is individualized for each resident and designed to stimulate or calm in response to a particular mood or situation. A resident’s day is filled with meaningful activities that incorporate music, dance, art, aromatherapy, or animals to heal and comfort residents. Please visit our website to learn more about MorningStar at Golden Ridge in Peoria, AZ.

The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Golden Ridge “to honor, to value, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living communities. We have built a foundation on honoring God, valuing our seniors, and selecting staff with a felt calling to value. Set in a warm, loving atmosphere with beautiful surroundings and resort-style amenities, we provide outstanding independent living, assisted living and memory care.

Source: alz.org/help-support/caregiving/daily-care/art-music

Short Stays at MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge

December 05, 2022 by Karla A in Senior Living

MorningStar at Golden Ridge is a 55+ community offering high-quality independent living, assisted living and memory care. Additionally we are pleased to offer respite care (short recuperative stays), or trial stays, which are a great way to sample our community and see if we are a good fit. They can extend from a week to a full month depending on availability.

Respite or temporary care is a great option for seniors who are newly discharged from a hospital stay and recovering from surgery or an illness that still requires some day-to-day support services. MorningStar at Golden Ridge expertly and compassionately provides just such care including bathing, dressing, and other personal tasks. We also provide recuperating seniors tasty, nutritional meals prepared under the direction of our Executive Chef, 24-hour care, medication management, and opportunities for socialization and meaningful activities.

MorningStar’s respite residents are provided a quiet suite and the individualized care needed to comfortably recover their health. Another common use of respite care is to give caregivers a much needed break or when they are busy with other priorities. During your stay, you will have peace of mind knowing help is available 24/7 and that each suite offers safety features such as emergency call systems and handicap-accessible bathrooms. We also offer companionship and community, which we think is just as important to the healing process. Our short-term stays are typically 30 days or less and your spouse is welcome to join you; but please contact us to inquiry about availability.

Community amenities include all-day, restaurant-style dining; a private dining room; bistro bar; theatre/chapel; life enrichment room; salon; fitness centers; library; saline swimming pool; scheduled transportation and more. Please contact us for more information about the finest senior living in Peoria, AZ. We look forward to hearing from you.

MorningStar at Golden Ridge provides the very best in senior living with our distinct mission statement of “to honor, to value, to invest.” Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to value to create an atmosphere that promotes a healthy, engaged lifestyle. Please contact us to learn more about exceptional independent living, assisted living and memory care in Peoria, AZ.

Serve Seniors by Becoming a MorningStar Team Member

December 01, 2022 by Karla A

Going through the pandemic has taught many of us just how precious life is and maybe it is time we did something to make a difference in the world. After all, using our “special gifts” to serve others is probably some of the most satisfying work we can do. At the MorningStar Senior Living communities, we are blessed to have team members who feel honored to serve and know if anyone deserves our respect and compassionate care it is seniors.

Currently four of our Phoenix area communities are recruiting individuals to fill a variety of positions. Communities include MorningStar at Arcadia, MorningStar at Arrowhead, MorningStar of Fountain Hills, and MorningStar at Golden Ridge. Some of our positions are caregiver jobs while others are essential to the smooth operation of our communities. Current open positions include Care Manager, Server, Maintenance Assistant, Medication Care Manager/QMAP, Wellness Nurse, Cook, Housekeeper and more.

Too often people mistakenly think working and hanging out with old folks is depressing but studies report many seniors say they are happier than they have ever been. At MorningStar we proudly recognize seniors as courageous heroes who have faced triumphs and trials in which they have gained a lifetime of wisdom. Living long, rich lives, they have witnessed everything from world wars to the World Wide Web. We encourage you to take a few minutes and really listen to an elderly relative or neighbor. We are sure you will be surprised by how much they can teach us.

If you would love to assist our efforts to provide our remarkable residents with the care they now require from us, how about joining our team. MorningStar’s jobs are varied, and unlike many other senior living communities, we put virtues such as kindness and character on the same level as experience and education. We are proud of our culturally diverse workforce and are an equal opportunity employer.

Morningstar is happy to offer our team members a very generous benefit package. Our benefits start with competitive wages, plus bonus and incentive opportunities in some positions, and extend all the way through comprehensive insurance, training, and employee leave and support programs. No matter what our employee’s needs are, MorningStar has a benefit program designed to support our most valued asset – the MorningStar employee family. Please visit MorningStar’s Careers Here page for an online application as well as a full list of our extensive benefits.

MorningStar Senior Living exemplifies the very best in senior living with a unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.” Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and investing in staff with a felt calling to offer seniors a life of comfort, wellness and community. Please visit our website and apply for a rewarding position (including caregiver jobs) in the Phoenix area.

What Exactly is Art Therapy?

November 18, 2022 by Karla A in Memory care

Art therapy combines allopathic and complementary therapies to better serve mental health and concentration which enriches lives through active artmaking, creative process, and human experience within a therapeutic relationship. Art therapists work in hospitals, schools, community clinics, senior and assisted living communities, and more. Art therapy is especially beneficial for seniors in memory care. Through drawing, painting, sculpting, collaging, and other methods, art therapy allows for creative expression that can overcome the limitations of language only. MorningStar’s Dementia and Memory Care in Arvada Co utilizes this holistic approach of art therapy in memory care.

Art therapy for seniors in memory care offers many advantages. Class for art therapy for seniors in memory care cultivates emotional resilience, enhances social skills, and improves cognitive and sensory-motor functions. These abilities usually diminish as memory loss and dementia progresses. Art therapy is a great way to combat these symptoms of memory loss in seniors. At MorningStar memory care Arvada Co, our community offers a mix of art therapy and other creative activities that stimulate the mind, body, and spirit through a holistic approach.

Our creative programs built upon by our Life Enrichment Teams, are an essential component to maintaining cognitive health and quality of life for all our senior residents in memory care. Crafting lessens a senior’s anxiety and reduces feelings of isolation. Certain colors may even function as a bridge to bring back happy memories for seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s. At MoringStar senior living and memory care Arvada, Co, we have plenty of creative crafts to keep our residents busy and their minds engaged to promote insight and community involvement.

Contact us today if you want to know more of the built-in companionship, predictable budgeting and memory care Arvada Co has seen. MorningStar Senior Living Retirement Homes in Arvada Colorado takes care of the worry and stress of aging, allowing you more time to do the things you love. Whether it’s fulfilling a calling, finding a new opportunity through volunteerism, or spending time with friends and loved ones and relaxing, contact us to schedule a tour of our memory care community near you.

To learn more about MorningStar’s Dementia and Memory Care in Arvada, contact our staff who are happy to answer any questions you have. Our website also provides information on our company’s history and vision, as well as what sets us apart from other retirement facilities in Iowa. We encourage you to see for yourself our exceptional offering for independent and assisted living in Arvada, Colorado.

How Did You Sleep Last Night?

November 16, 2022 by Karla A in Assisted Living Homes

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend adults get at least seven hours of sleep every night. Good sleep quality is also important. Signs of poor quality sleep include not feeling rested even after getting enough sleep, repeatedly waking up during the night, and experiencing symptoms of sleep disorders such as insomnia, restless leg syndrome or sleep apnea. Experts say a good night’s sleep enhances memory, improves mood and regulates appetite.

Experts offer some tips to help individuals achieve better sleep by the choice of foods consumed as well as what food or drink to avoid. Foods interfering with sleep include caffeine and large meals as well as alcohol consumed too close to bedtime. As a deficiency of folate is linked to insomnia, a study from the Taipei Medical University found eating two kiwis, which are high in B vitamin folate and vitamins C and E, an hour before bed helped participants fall asleep faster, sleep longer and more efficiently.

Another food to help induce sleep is tart cherries. They contain natural melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep and wake cycles, and a phytonutrient linked to promoting better sleep. Additionally, nuts like almonds and walnuts contain melatonin; and pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds contain tryptophan, an essential amino acid that is converted to melatonin. Passionflower tea, chamomile tea and warm milk can also help promote sleep. Other sleep-inducing foods include fatty fish like salmon and tuna, which are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D, and help regulate sleep, mood and other functions.

MorningStar at Golden Ridge provides residents with all the amenities and services they need to ensure carefree retirement years. Residents enjoy chef-inspired meals that are as delicious as they are nutritious and include BrainWise super foods. These are foods known to support brain health and have a high concentration of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds such as acai and other berries, fish, nuts, dark chocolate, and dark leafy greens. Please visit our website for more information about our beautiful assisted living homes in Peoria, AZ.

MorningStar takes tremendous pride in the reputation we have earned for excellence and authenticity since our inception in 2003. We believe the human capacity to grow, to learn and to contribute is ageless; and we act upon that truth daily, as we care for, inspire, and love the residents under our roof. Contact us to learn more about the finest independent living, assisted living homes, and memory care in Peoria, AZ.

Purposeful Memory Care Amenities in Oregon

November 16, 2022 by Karla A in Memory care

Are you looking for the right community for a loved one of parent in need of assisted living or memory care? The options may be overwhelming, but we are confident MorningStar Senior Living will check all your boxes for what you need in an assisted living community in Oregon. MorningStar’s community offers 66 graciously appointed suites for assisted living with configurations that include spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. Within our two Reflections Neighborhoods, we offer 38 secure suites devoted to the individualized, specialized care of residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.

MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care Beaverton OR is designed as a calm and homelike environment that inspires comfort and community. This senior living community provides plenty of opportunities for independence. Residents of MorningStar live in their own, specialized, separate wing of the building. Each well-appointed suite or private room is created to be both accessible and easily navigable and opens onto a spacious, yet cozy living area.

We encourage all our Oregon residents to bring their own belongings and make their new residence their home. MorningStar’s private memory care neighborhood, Reflections, has its own beautiful secure courtyard as well as a personal kitchenettes and bathrooms. Common area decorations are specifically chosen to inspire an active community for building friendship and creating happy memories. There are also plenty of cozy gathering spaces to encourage social interaction, like a cozy fireside living room, fully stocked library, and a relaxing massage room.

Contact us today If you love the sound of built-in companionship, predictable budgeting and the security that comes from residing in an independent living community. MorningStar Senior Living retirement homes in Beaverton OR takes care of the worry and stress of aging, allowing you more time to do the things you love. Whether it’s fulfilling a calling, finding a new opportunity through volunteerism, or spending time with friends and loved ones and relaxing, contact us to schedule a tour of our community near you.

To learn more about MorningStar’s social activities and retirement communities in Beaverton, contact our staff who are happy to answer any questions you have. Our website also provides information on our company’s history and vision, as well as what sets us apart from other retirement facilities in Iowa. We encourage you to see for yourself our exceptional offering for independent and assisted living in Beaverton, Oregon.

How to Better Communicate with a Loved One with Dementia

November 16, 2022 by Karla A in Senior Living

If your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, in addition to memory problems, they may have trouble completing familiar tasks like paying bills or doing laundry, misplacing things, being unable to retrace their steps, and experience changes in mood, or personality. All these changes make it more difficult to experience the same level of communication you once did with your loved one. Memory care specialists know that communicating with a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia requires patience and understanding. MorningStar of Arvada offers the most holistic memory care Arvada Co has seen that encourages safe and effective communication with seniors dealing with dementia or Alzheimer’s.

Caring for your loved one that is struggling with memory loss can be difficult and overwhelming at times. If you are in need of compassionate and trusted memory care, MorningStar of Arvada Colorado is here to walk at your side through this journey. MorningStar senior living offers these memory care tips that can help both you and your loved one understand and communicate more effectively with each other.

Don’t exclude your loved one from conversations about their disease or treatment. It’s important at MorningStar that seniors have an active role in their memory care regime. Alzheimer’s disease and dementia affects everyone differently and no two memory care plans are the same. Speak directly to your loved one with dementia and ask what they are comfortable doing or what they feel they may need help with. In the earlier stages of memory loss, your loved one will still be able to participate in meaningful conversations about their quality of life and want to feel respected and independent.

Your love and support are important to seniors with dementia in memory care communities. The diagnosis of memory loss is difficult for everyone involved, but don’t abandon your loved one as this could lead to peak emotions of isolation, depression, and neglect. It’s okay if you don’t always know what to say. Sometimes just being present and listening is enough. MorningStar’s senior living communities in Colorado offer memory care that encourages visitation and community for seniors struggling with dementia.

To learn more about MorningStar’s Dementia and Memory Care in Arvada, contact our staff who are happy to answer any questions you have. Our website also provides information on our company’s history and vision, as well as what sets us apart from other retirement facilities in Iowa. We encourage you to see for yourself our exceptional offering for independent and assisted living in Arvada, Colorado.

Improve Flexibility and Balance with Stretching Exercises

November 14, 2022 by Karla A in Assisted Living

Have you noticed you are no longer as flexible as you used to be and the movements of your limbs and joints feel more restricted? If it is harder to do things like turning your neck to look behind you when driving or getting up from a low chair, you would probably benefit from incorporating stretches into your routine. Experts say daily stretching can make significant improvement in flexibility, the ability of the muscles and tendons to lengthen and stretch in response to movement, and allow a joint to move through its range of motion.

In addition, being more flexible improves balance and lowers the risk for a fall. Stretching increases the range of movement in the joints, improves posture and eases muscle tension and soreness as well as increases circulation. Along with dedicated stretching exercises, seniors can increase flexibility with yoga, Pilates, swimming, tai chi, dancing and massage.

A study on a 12-month stretch and flex program for older adults reported by the Journal of Gerontology found “participants demonstrated positive changes in areas like physical fitness, self-efficacy, perceived functioning, and well-being. They also experienced a decrease in pain.”

It is easy to do stretching exercises as they do not require special equipment and can be done anywhere. However, before beginning any new exercise routine including stretching, consult with your healthcare provider regarding your fitness level. Experts say you should warm up before stretching such as taking a walk around the block, which in itself helps to stretch muscles and tendons. Also, don’t stretch to the point of pain, only to the point of tension; or bounce when stretching. Typically hold the stretch for no more than 30 seconds.

At MorningStar at Golden Ridge, we offer 38 Casitas for independent living and 65 assisted living suites for those who need help with the activities of daily living. In addition, our Reflections Neighborhood has 35 secure suites devoted to the personalized care of those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases. Residents enjoy a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community with resort-style amenities, care services and a range of programs including exercise classes tailored to seniors’ needs. Visit our website for more information about our beautiful senior living community in Peoria, AZ.

The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Golden Ridge “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living communities. We have built a foundation on honoring God, valuing our seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve. Set in a warm, loving atmosphere with beautiful surroundings and resort-style amenities, we provide outstanding assisted living and memory care.

Source: healthline.com/health/senior-health/stretching-exercises#Benefits-of-stretching-

morelifehealth.com/articles/regaining-flexibility-guide

Cozy, Homestyle Living, Pumpkin Spice, and Everything Nice at MorningStar’s Senior Living

November 14, 2022 by Karla A in Senior Living

It’s time! The weather is starting to cool, and the leaves are changing. This means pumpkin spice drinks and treats are back in season. However, these seniors in Oregon don’t need to venture out to a busy coffee shop. At MorningStar Assisted Senior Living in Beaverton, seniors are spoiled with their very own 24-hour Bistro to supply them all their favorite fall flavors and goodies. The Bistro isn’t the only thing that keeps this Assisted Living community feeling like home. MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care in Oregon is filled with warm and inviting common areas both inside and out. From the cozy fireside living room to a comfortable dining room and scenic outdoor courtyards, residents are sure to feel right at home.

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Beaverton proudly brings the finest assisted living Beaverton Oregon has to offer. We are dedicated to providing carefree retirement years and creating a true home for our residents with a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community for our seniors in assisted living and memory care. At MorningStar, we ensure that seniors and their families can enjoy all the best things about autumn without any stress.

As a resident of MorningStar, you will be treated to a host of creative programs and resort-style amenities and services. One of those services includes providing residents with three daily meals prepared by our Executive Chef and served restaurant-style in our dining room. Our executive chefs love to be creative in the kitchen and are excited to incorporate festive fall flavors into their menus. Other on-site services for seniors in Oregon include a full salon, bistro, art studio, fitness room, spa bath, and much more.

Stimulating Activities for a Loved One with Dementia

November 14, 2022 by Karla A in Memory care

If a loved one is dealing with memory loss through an Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis, you may be asking a lot of questions on what choices to make for this person close to you and how to continue to give this person a fully enriched life. Memory care specialists know that participating in activities with your loved one is extremely beneficial to stimulate the brain and memory recognition. Dedicating quality time with a person who has Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias creates a lasting, positive impact. Memory care that offers different brain-stimulating activities will help improve the life of your loved one. You can trust that you will find the most compassionate memory care Arvada Co can offer to your loved one or parent in need of dependable memory care.

It's important to find a memory care community that looks at memory loss as a journey with a deeper understanding of the condition for which your loved one is experiencing. MorningStar recognizes the benefits of holistic memory care and offers the best modern memory care Arvada Co has seen. Through the mantra of “Lavender Sky,” MorningStar recognizes the importance of holistic memory care for seniors in Colorado. Whether physical, intellectual, spiritual or social, MorningStar’s life enrichment teams present creative ways to keep seniors in memory care active and productive. MorningStar encourages senior’s unique talents and experiences, and some residents choose to lead special interest clubs themselves.

Additionally, MorningStar memory care Arvada Co has a private senior living neighborhood that offers 29 secure suites devoted entirely to the individualized, specialized care for residents with memory impairment from Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. A private neighborhood for memory care residents is the best way to ensure safety and undivided attention. This neighborhood offers safe outdoor walks and patios. Taking a walk through a garden or a short stroll with people they trust is a great way to keep senior’s bodies and minds active. Those with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia often suffer from depression, high-stress, and agitation. Going outside can enhance mood and lower stress levels.

Learn More About MorningStar at Golden Ridge

November 11, 2022 by Karla A in Senior Living

Since our company was founded in 2003, we have believed it is a privilege to “cast a new light” on senior living guided by the following precepts: to honor God in our business practices and relationships; value all seniors as gifted and contributing individuals; and invest generously in our team’s ability to serve well. In addition, we firmly believe the human capacity to grow, to learn and to contribute is ageless.

MorningStar at Golden Ridge in Peoria, AZ provides all the services, resort-style amenities, and programs to ensure residents a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and security. Starting with a five-star dining service that includes meals prepared largely from scratch using the freshest ingredients, restaurant-style dining, outdoor dining patio and private dining rooms, we have an onsite bistro bar, theatre, and more. Other amenities include a saline swimming pool, salon, library and fitness centers as well as scheduled transportation.

To serve the various needs of seniors, we offer 38 well-designed Casitas with attached garages for independent living. MorningStar’s independent living promotes a healthy, engaged lifestyle with maintenance-free living, built-in companionship, predictable budgeting, wellness programs, and activities. Housekeeping services help keep life simple and frees up time for other interests. Maybe it is time to improve your golf game, start or renew a hobby, get closer to the grandkids or volunteer in your community.

If you are a senior who requires help with the activities of daily living, MorningStar at Golden Ridge provides various levels of assisted living. As a resident, you will have a personalized plan created for you, and updated as needed. Around-the-clock care managers, access to licensed nurses and medication management are just a few of the many services we provide to ensure your safety and to meet your expressed (and even unexpressed) needs.

Along with independent and assisted living, MorningStar at Golden Ridge offers compassionate and loving care to those suffering from Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases. Our Reflections Neighborhood not only provides an atmosphere of safety and well-being but also fully encourages and supports choice and independence as much as possible. Memory care residents participate in recreational and purposeful activities, including exercise, music, life skills, and art, and as well as outings and special events. Please contact us or visit our website for more information.

MorningStar Senior Living’s independent and assisted living communities across the U.S. have a passionate commitment to serving seniors, earning a reputation for satisfaction that is second to none. If you are looking for exceptional senior living in the Peoria area, we encourage you to consider MorningStar at Golden Ridge

Are You Worried About Memory Loss?

November 09, 2022 by Karla A in Memory care

The Alzheimer’s Association recommends that anyone worried about memory loss to make an appointment with their health care provider. While we all know it is scary just thinking about the possibility of having Alzheimer’s or another dementia-related disease, the Alzheimer’s Association has a list of reasons why it is to your advantage to know.

The process for getting a diagnosis starts with a full evaluation with a healthcare provider that includes your medical history and any medications you are taking as well as a series of mental status tests. If the initial evaluation indicates problems, your doctor will recommend further physical and neurological exams, diagnostic tests and brain imaging.

One of the top reasons to be evaluated for Alzheimer’s is your symptoms may be from another treatable cause. If it is determined you have Alzheimer’s, experts explain that while there is no cure for the disease, there are treatment options that can lessen the symptoms including memory loss and confusion for a limited time. Also, they say an early diagnosis gives you a better chance of benefiting from treatment.

An early diagnosis also means you may be eligible for clinical trials that could provide some medical benefit. In addition, recent research suggests that certain lifestyle changes such as “controlling blood pressure, stopping smoking, participating in exercise, and staying mentally and socially active, may help preserve cognitive function.”

Perhaps most importantly you will have more time to plan for your future and to do things now, rather than wait. Planning for the future also helps family members know what your wishes are and prevents future feelings of guilt or arguments over your care. The Alzheimer’s Association adds that an early diagnosis can save your family and the U.S. Government money spent on care.

At MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge, we offer loving memory care in our Reflections Neighborhood for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Our community is staffed by a team of individuals who understands the unique needs of each resident and delivers that care with compassion and thoughtfulness. Please visit our website for more information about our beautiful community in Peoria, AZ.

MorningStar takes tremendous pride in the reputation we have earned for excellence and authenticity since our inception in 2003. We believe the human capacity to grow, to learn and to contribute is ageless; and we act upon that truth daily, as we care for, inspire, and love the residents under our roof. Contact us to learn more about the finest independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Peoria, AZ.

Source: alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/diagnosis/why-get-checked

What Does Assisted Living Provide?

November 07, 2022 by Karla A in Assisted Living

Many families mistakenly think senior living and particularly assisted living is just a more luxurious nursing home. The fact is nursing homes are intended for people who are unable to care for themselves due to physical or mental conditions and require around-the-clock skilled nursing care. Residents may be bedridden or in wheelchairs and receive ongoing palliative and preventative long-term care.

Assisted living is for seniors who are mostly independent but require help with what is known as Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and include things like dressing, bathing and other personal care activities. In some cases, people move into an assisted living community knowing that while they do not now need assistance with such tasks, they may need help in the near future.

Assisted living also makes sense for seniors who are looking for more companionship and love the security of knowing they are not alone. As many senior living communities such as MorningStar at Golden Ridge in Peoria, AZ have an emergency call system in each suite, you can rest easy knowing help is just minutes away. Another perk of MorningStar is we offer scheduled transportation so you will never have to worry about getting to your doctor appointments and other important errands.

Moreover, while MorningStar’s suites vary in size and number of bedrooms, all our suites are smartly designed to make the most of the space they offer with high ceilings, large windows and many offer a stackable washer/dryer. In addition, residents often tell us what a relief it was to give up their large family homes that were hard to keep clean as well as all of the maintenance required. Residents also enjoy weekly housekeeping and delicious meals they no longer need to cook.

MorningStar at Golden Ridge offers the kind of senior living area families have come to count on. Along with assisted living, we provide independent living for active seniors and memory care for those with Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related diseases. In addition, we offer respite care, (short recuperative stays) and trial stays from one week up to a full month to see if we are a good fit. Please contact us or visit our website for more information.

Join the MorningStar Team in the Phoenix Area

October 31, 2022 by Karla A in Caregiver jobs

If you are already committed to a path of serving others or considering a new career, we invite you to look at rewarding career opportunities at MorningStar Senior Living. Scattered across the Western U.S., our communities provide independent living, assisted living and memory care and include four homes in the Phoenix area. Each is beautifully designed and equipped with an array of amenities as well as a broad range of services and programs to ensure the utmost comfort of our beloved residents.

For those who have worked in other senior living communities, you will find our homes are unique, which is largely due to the kind of hearts we are able to attract. Along with the respect our name and brand has proudly earned, and our mission and ministry, people love working for a company with core values that include: love, respect, honesty, fairness, goodness and kindness. Together as a team, we know something Big is going on under our roof; and from the moment you walk through the door at one on our communities, you too will feel the chemistry of the place. It’s in the very air, and you can see it with your eyes - a staff that flat out loves our residents like their own mom and dad.

We also know that our culture of excellence is advanced only when individual team members hold true to our core values and embrace our vision and mission. As part of our MorningStar family, you are a partner in our overall success and will be provided with competitive wages and comprehensive insurance as well as the training and mentoring to ensure your professional and personal growth.

In addition, MorningStar offers a host of other benefits that are designed to enrich and support our employees’ lives on a broad variety of fronts. Just some of these benefits include:

the opportunity to participate in global philanthropy
leave granted for jury duty, bereavement or voting, extended leave of absence beyond federal requirements
Greater Good (benevolence fund)
OnShift Engage
ADP self service
easy transfer to another MorningStar community (accrued vacation and sick hours also transfer)

Some of our positions in Phoenix are caregiver jobs while others are important to the smooth operation of our communities. Current open positions include Care Manager, Server, Maintenance Assistant, Medication Care Manager/QMAP, Cook, Wellness Nurse, Housekeeper and more. Positions are full and part-time as well as evening, night, and weekend shifts. Please visit our Careers Here page for more information.
MorningStar Senior Living exemplifies the very best in senior living with a unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.” Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and investing in staff with a felt calling to offer seniors lives of comfort, joy and wellness. Please visit our website and apply for a rewarding position (including caregiver jobs) in the Phoenix area.

Specialized Activities for Seniors in Memory Care Adds to Overall Happiness

October 26, 2022 by Karla A

The best way to face the challenges of Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other forms of memory loss is to educate yourself on the wide range of resources available at senior memory care communities. Many senior living facilities that specialize in memory care are modern and constantly exploring new ways to embrace memory loss while keeping residents safe and healthy. Memory care that offers a vivid and active community for seniors dealing with memory loss is key for elders impacted by Alzheimer’s or dementia. Stimulating activities that are done with groups in memory care facilities hosts a sense of familiarity and leads to overall better health and happiness. You can trust that you will find the community you are looking for with the most compassionate and consistent memory care Arvada Co can offer to your seniors at Morningstar Senior Living and Memory Care with a wide range of senior safe activities and modern amenities.

Senior residents in memory care should still feel independent and free to engage with the world around them. With a little supervision and encouragement, those with memory loss can continue to enjoy the pleasures of social activities and creative pursuits within a senior living memory care community. MorningStar’s Colorado Memory Care community features enclosed courtyards where residents can enjoy the outdoors at their liberty. An invitation to walk or work in a garden in a safe outdoor environment can fill your loved one’s days with the life-affirming joys. At MorningStar Memory Care and Senior Living, you can find a schedule of specially designed activities for seniors in memory care. Music therapy, dancing, art therapy, or taking part in brain games helps slow the progression of dementia and adds comfort to the individual. There is an array of luxury amenities for seniors in memory care. Enjoy movie night in the Theatre, complete with popcorn or get a fresh touch up at the full-service Salon that offers hairstyling, manicures, and pedicures. There is no lack of amenities and social activities for MorningStar seniors in memory care in Arvada, Colorado.

To learn more about MorningStar’s Dementia and Memory Care in Arvada, contact our staff who are happy to answer any questions you have. Our website also provides information on our company’s history and vision, as well as what sets us apart from other retirement facilities in Colorado. We encourage you to see for yourself the most exceptional and dependable memory care Arvada, Colorado has to offer.

What to Look for in Memory Care

October 24, 2022 by Karla A in Memory care

If your spouse, family member, or close friend has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, or dementia, you may be worried about the next steps to take. Our world is full of ups and downs, and it may be difficult to support your loved one dealing with memory loss while also taking charge of your own life. If you are considering a memory care community, it’s important to find a senior memory care facility that excels not only in comfort and care but also has a deeper understanding of the condition your loved one is experiencing. Finding trusted friends in a memory care community who will embrace and support you along the way will give you a sense of peace and relief. Understanding what to look for when deciding on a memory care location will benefit you in the long run. You can trust that you will find what you are looking for with the most compassionate and consistent memory care Arvada Co can offer to your seniors at Morningstar Senior Living and Memory Care.

Dependable memory care communities excel at giving personal attention to those affected by Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Memory care facilities should explore a person’s life, history, and preferences to offer personalized care and explore ways to involve and engage family members so that they rest assured knowing their loved one is safe, happy, and experiencing life in a meaningful way. Wellness can be defined as a comprehensive, holistic strength to MorningStar Memory Care Arvada, Colorado. Through life enrichment, wellness becomes a dynamic process of change and growth that optimizes every aspect of a resident’s life in memory care. MorningStar meets each resident at their level and structures their level of care depending on the individual’s needs, passions, and goals.

Safety needs to be considered when choosing a memory care or senior living community. Communities that care for elders experiencing stages of Alzheimer’s and dementia, such as MorningStar Senior Living and Memory Care Arvada, keep their exterior doors secured 24 hours a day. Entries and exits are typically opened by keypads with secure passcodes. Inside a memory care unit, the atmosphere is secure but not restrictive. Community residents in memory care should still feel independent and free to engage with the world around them. MorningStar’s Colorado Memory Care community features enclosed courtyards where residents can enjoy the outdoors at their liberty. Simplified floor plans reduce distractions and eliminate hazards, allowing residents to safely navigate private and communal living spaces.

To learn more about MorningStar’s Dementia and Memory Care in Arvada, contact our staff who are happy to answer any questions you have. Our website also provides information on our company’s history and vision, as well as what sets us apart from other retirement facilities in Colorado. We encourage you to see for yourself the most exceptional and dependable memory care Arvada, Colorado has to offer.

Personalized Service Plans are a New Necessity to Senior Living

October 24, 2022 by Karla A in Senior Living

When people think of Assisted Living, they often think of services like routine housekeeping and planned boring meals every day with a nurse at your side, but that view is incorrect and incomplete these days. Modern Assisted Living facilities that offer personalized care plans that work to navigate each resident’s individual and specialized needs. Seniors come into senior living communities with different stages of need and independence and should be met at their level specific to them. If you are looking for personalized service plans at the finest memory care Beaverton, Oregon has to offer, exploring the options at Morningstar Senior Living of Beaverton is the best place to start.

Personalized care and service plans ensure that each senior’s needs are taken care of due to their individualized needs and routines. MorningStar stays closely attuned to the shifts in our residents. This close attention allows our care managers to shift resident’s care plans depending on life changes and medical needs. Through our Health Status Monitoring system, we are able to track changes in key indicators like weight, blood pressure, and other symptomatic presentations from which we take steps to mitigate and manage the condition.

Assisted living and personalized service plans help to remove the hassles of home maintenance and upkeep. Senior assisted living facilities that offer personalized care give residents the space to pursue their hobbies, make new friends, and continue to be engaged and active through community involvement. These communities provide space for residents to create private and personal living spaces and engage in communal dining and activities while feeling safe to explore their independence.

Contact us today if you want to know more of the built-in companionship, predictable budgeting and the security that comes from residing in an assisted living community. MorningStar Senior Living retirement homes in Beaverton OR takes care of the worry and stress of aging, allowing you more time to do the things you love. Whether it’s fulfilling a calling, finding a new opportunity through volunteerism, or spending time with friends and loved ones and relaxing, contact us to schedule a tour of our community near you.

Assisted Living for Seniors Offering a Huge Range of Services and Amenities

October 21, 2022 by Karla A in Assisted Living

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Beaverton proudly brings the finest memory care Beaverton Oregon has to offer. This contemporary assisted living facility provides carefree retirement years and creates a true home for our residents with a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community. MorningStar is a new retirement community in Beaverton, Oregon, but the team is highly experienced in serving seniors, understanding how to provide residents with a quality of life other assisted living communities simply cannot match due to the wide range of services and luxury style amenities.

MorningStar of Beaverton is filled with warm and inviting common areas both inside and out. From our cozy fireside living room to a comfortable dining room and scenic outdoor courtyards, residents are sure to feel right at home. MorningStar senior living and memory care also has two Reflections Neighborhoods with 38 secure suites devoted to the individualized, specialized care of residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. And yes, MorningStar of Beaverton is pet and roommate friendly.

As a resident of MorningStar, you will be treated to a host of creative programs and resort-style amenities and services. One of those services includes providing residents with daily meals prepared by our Executive Chef and served restaurant-style in our dining room. Other on-site services include a full salon, bistro, art studio, fitness room, spa bath, and so much more.

Additionally, and most importantly, we are proud of our responsive and compassionate care team, who are the very heart of MorningStar’s care philosophy. We recognize the key to our success is hiring the right team of people who are committed to the goal of serving with love, kindness, honesty, and humility. It is together, as a team, that we can provide the most genuine, loving care possible.

Find the Most Compassionate Memory Care Arvada, Colorado can Offer

October 21, 2022 by Karla A in Memory care

If a loved one is dealing with memory loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, you may be asking a lot of questions on how to make the best choices for this person very close to you. They rely on you and you feel trusted to make the best decision regarding their memory care and support. It's important to find a memory care community that looks at memory loss as a journey with a deeper understanding of the condition your loved one is experiencing. Finding trusted friends in a memory care community who will embrace and support you along the way can return a sense of peace and even joy. You can trust that you will find the most compassionate memory care Arvada Co can offer to your seniors in need of dependable memory care.

MorningStar Senior Living Communities developed the holistic memory care philosophy of Lavender Sky. This mantra is a holistic form of dementia and Alzheimer’s care that is dedicated to helping residents affected by memory loss and their families find a place of peace and purpose through a three-tiered ambition to serve the memory-impaired. MorningStar explores a person’s life, history, and preferences to offer personalized care and explores ways to involve and engage family members, knowing our service means just as much to them as to the residing senior.

Wellness can be defined as a comprehensive, holistic strength to MorningStar Memory Care Arvada, Colorado. Whether in clinical matters or life enrichment, wellness is seen as a dynamic process of change and growth that optimizes every aspect of a resident’s life. Creative solutions that are built on a holistic method of memory care are met as we partner with you in pursuit of your highest goals for whole-person wellness. Our scope of clinical services is reflective of the full authority of our license through the Department of Health, extending the stay of residents even as health conditions change.

Contact us today if you want to know more about the built-in companionship, predictable budgeting and memory care Arvada Co has seen. MorningStar Senior Living Retirement Homes in Arvada Colorado takes care of the worry and stress of aging, allowing you more time to do the things you love. Whether it’s fulfilling a calling, finding a new opportunity through volunteerism, or spending time with friends and loved ones and relaxing, contact us to schedule a tour of our memory care community near you.

To learn more about MorningStar’s Dementia and Memory Care in Arvada, contact our staff who are happy to answer any questions you have. Our website also provides information on our company’s history and vision, as well as what sets us apart from other retirement facilities in Colorado. We encourage you to see for yourself our exceptional offering for independent and assisted living in Arvada, Colorado.

Signs Mom or Dad May Need More Care

October 17, 2022 by Karla A in Assisted Living

Sometimes it is obvious an elderly parent needs more care such as having a bad fall or mismanaging medications resulting in a trip to the emergency room. Experts say even without such an overt situation, there are signs to look for suggesting a parent or another loved one may do better in an assisted living community.

Warning signs include changes in the person’s behavior. For example, if mom has always been tidy but her home now looks neglected or smells, and dirty dishes are piled in the sink, she may not be handling things well. Other signs include a recent weight loss or gain and changes in grooming habits. Take note if she is having mobility problems or unexplained bruises or cuts, which might indicate falls.

Experts say consider other things too, such as social isolation and the person’s inability to get around on their own if they no longer drive. Also, check the refrigerator for signs of spoiled food or a lack of food.

Even a few of these things may be a sign they could benefit from the services of an assisted living community like MorningStar at Golden Ridge, a true home with an atmosphere of love, kindness and compassion. Along with a broad range of hospitality and care services, luxury amenities and wellness programs, our private suites come in a choice of floor plans including studio and one- and two-bedroom configurations.

Care services include 24/7 Care Managers, Certified Medication Managers, Licensed Nurses, routine health monitoring, and much more. In addition, residents enjoy delicious meals prepared under the direction of our Executive Chef that feature the freshest ingredients from high quality producers, served restaurant style in our lovely dining room. For more information about the finest senior living in Peoria, please call us or visit our website.

MorningStar at Golden Ridge’s mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living communities. We have built a foundation on honoring God, valuing our seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve. Set in a warm, loving atmosphere with beautiful surroundings and resort-style amenities, we provide outstanding independent living, assisted living and memory care.