MorningStar of Wheat Ridge’s Holistic Approach to Memory Care

At MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Wheat Ridge, our Reflections Neighborhood is dedicated to the specialized care of individuals with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. We take a holistic approach to our care, which starts with the utmost respect and compassion for each resident, borne out of a deep understanding of the many pathologies known collectively as dementia, including the most prevalent, Alzheimer’s disease.

Our secure and loving community can provide the care your family member needs at the onset of the disease through to the most advanced stages where the highest level of care is required. The creative side of our care begins with learning about each resident. We interview the family to get a thorough understanding of a person’s history and use that knowledge to aid in their care and to develop a trust between the resident and our staff. To help control adverse behaviors associated with the disease, we use a variety of multi-sensory cues, including aromatherapy, to calm and to awaken memories, to support capabilities and to affirm the individual’s dignity and value. 

Our team at MorningStar of Wheat Ridge works every day to make a difference in the lives of our memory care residents. Renee McIntyre, Director of Community Relations, explains that, “More than a decade ago, I entered senior care in the activities department, and discovered I’m gifted at communicating with the memory-impaired and helping them find joy daily.” 

We know a prognosis of Alzheimer’s or dementia is frightening, which is why we work closely with our families to help them understand what is happening to their loved one. Please contact us to learn more about our Reflections Neighborhood as well as our assisted living community. 

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Wheat 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 area’s finest assisted living and memory care.

Physical Exercise Provides Benefits to All Ages

Too many seniors feel it is a waste of time to start exercising as it won’t do them any good and may actually harm them or that they cannot do it due to physical limitations. In fact, the U.S. National Library of Medicine recently published a report that found about 67 percent of older adults are sedentary for at least 8.5 hours each day, which strongly suggests a need to improve activity levels for senior health. Experts explain there are many unexpected benefits that can be gained from regular physical exercise regardless of your age or fitness level. 

One benefit as reported by the National Council for Medicine is it is one of the “most crucial options for arthritis management.” In addition to lubricating the joints, it helps to reduce the pain and stiffness associated with arthritis. Regular exercise can also help seniors lose weight. This is important as obesity is a risk factor for arthritis as well as type II diabetes and other medical conditions. 

Other studies seem to suggest exercise may lessen your chance of getting cancer including data that found women who perform moderate to regular exercise may “have shown a 30 to 40 percent reduction in breast cancer risk.” Another recent study indicates exercise may also slow the effects of dementia. It reported a “37 percent reduced risk and a 66 percent reduction in risk of dementia when older adults performed moderate-intensity exercise suggesting every adult ought to exercise to help lower the risk of mental decline and to help prevent mental disability later in life.” 

MorningStar of Littleton also recognizes the importance of older adults living a healthy lifestyle. Our goal is to provide the best senior living Littleton has to offer, which includes an array of services and wellness programs along with healthy daily meals that are designed to ensure our residents’ comfort and wellbeing. Please visit our website to learn more about our exceptional community.

Please consult your health care provider before starting any new physical activity.

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Littleton, “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 visit to see firsthand the finest senior living Littleton CO offers. 

Source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3881132/

Assisted Living is Often More Affordable than Living Alone

As families try to figure out how make sure their parent or another elderly relative gets the proper care, many shy away from the option of assisted living as they think it is too expensive. However, the opposite may be true. Assisted living can actually be less expensive than the cost of trying to cobble together the care your parent needs. 

For instance, if your parent lives alone, their cost-of-living includes yearly taxes as well as a mortgage or rental payment and expenses incurred with routine maintenance and repairs. They are also responsible for utility bills that continue to rise each year while their income may not. 

Your parent may also be paying for in-home care that cannot only be costly but may not be entirely adequate to ensure their safety 24/7. Furthermore, if the home requires modifications to accommodate their limited mobility, these changes are typically expensive. Also, the modifications may result in a lower selling price once you do sell the home. 

If your parent lives by themselves, they may be lonely and feel isolated especially if they no longer drive. The website, aPlaceforMom.com, states that, “seniors who live alone often experience social isolation and poor nutrition which contributes to cognitive decline, health problems, depression and a lower quality of life.” They may additionally require assistance to get to doctor appointments, to run errands or buy groceries, prepare meals, etc.

Many folks who tour an assisted living community initially experience sticker shock when they learn the cost of assisted living, but according to the experts, it actually is a great value. The aPlaceforMom has a chart that shows once you add up all of the services and amenities included in the cost; it may actually be less than half the cost of getting care for your elderly parent at home. 

If you are looking for the best senior living Littleton offers, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about MorningStar of Littleton. Our exceptional assisted living and memory care community offers a true home with a lifestyle of comfort and wellness along with resort-style amenities. Please use our online form or give us a call to set up a tour. 

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Littleton, “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 Littleton has to offer.

Source: aplaceformom.com/senior-care-resources/articles/seniors-stay-home-or-move

Looking for One of the Finest Assisted Living Facilities in Colorado Springs?

If so, we encourage you to take a look at the MorningStar at Mountain Shadows assisted living and memory carecommunity located on Centennial Street just north of the Garden of the Gods Road.  Designed to address all of our residents’ needs, we are committed to creating a true home for seniors and provide carefree retirement years. 

We offer 45 stylish, assisted living suites in a variety of configurations including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans up to 683 sq. ft.  Each of our apartments offers a private entrance and comes with wall-to-wall carpeting and mini-blinds.   Our suites also have lots overhead lighting, high ceilings, large windows, and their own heating and cooling system.  To ensure residents’ safety, all of our apartments are equipped with emergency call systems and handicapped-accessible bathrooms.  

If a loved one is suffering from Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia, we are here to help.  Our community’s Reflections Neighborhood has 19 secure suites in a range of floorplans and is designed to allow residents the freedom to explore their spacious surroundings as much as possible.  As dementia experts, we are privileged to provide unsurpassed, individualized care that includes using some of the most respected research-based care programs to give our residents the best life possible.

All residents are offered a wide range of resort-style amenities and services, 24/7 care, and three daily meals prepared largely from scratch and served restaurant-style in our charming dining room.  We also provide wellness programs and activities designed to support and engage residents physically, intellectually, spiritually and socially. 

MorningStar at Mountain Shadows was honored to be named 2018’s “Best Of” Assisted Living by SeniorAdvisor.com, a division of A Place for Mom; the nation’s largest assisted living referral service.  Only the top 1% of senior living providers in US and Canada were awarded this distinguished honor.   Please set up a tour to one of the most trusted assisted living facilities in Colorado Springs, and be sure to inquire about our special, limited-time only offer of up to “$20,000 Savings” over a 2-year stay. 

At MorningStar at Mountain Shadows, we represent the very best in senior living with a unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  We have built a foundation on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve to create a true “home” for residents at the foot of the majestic Rockies.  Please schedule a visit to experience firsthand one of the best assisted living facilities in Colorado Springs.