The MorningStar of Happy Valley assisted living and memory care community is pleased to announce the opening of our onsite Information Center in early February. We are located on the south side of SE Sunnyside Road between SE 142nd Ave. and SE 145th Ave, and about three miles from Interstate 205. The popular Happy Valley food-cart park borders us to the east and Clackamas Town Center is just minutes away.
Scheduled to open in late 2019, we are one of the area’s most luxurious, well-planned senior living communities. We will offer 61 stylish, private suites in a range of configurations designed to meet the most discerning seniors’ needs. Floor plans include spacious studios; one-bedroom, one bath; and two-bedroom, two baths apartments as large as 928 sq. ft. All of our suites are equipped with a kitchenette that includes a full apartment-size fridge and handicap-accessible bathrooms. Our modern suites are also designed with lots of lighting, high ceilings, large windows, wall-to-wall carpeting and mini blinds. In other words, they are all ready to move into and just require your personal furnishing and treasures. Furthermore we understand that our residents do not want to leave behind a beloved pet, which is why we are pet friendly! For your safety, suites are equipped with a 24-hour emergency call system, and have a separate heating & air conditioning system to allow you to control your own comfort. Cable TV and utilities are included in your monthly fee as well as weekly housekeeping and laundry and linen services. Trash is picked up daily. We look forward to meeting interested Happy Valley families once our Information Center is open. In the meantime we encourage you to give us a call. Please visit our website for contact information and to view a couple of artist’s renditions of what our beautiful community will look like when it is complete. MorningStar of Happy Valley represents the finest in senior living with our distinct mission statement: “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 are honored to create a true “home” for residents. Contact us to learn more about exceptional assisted living in Happy Valley.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that more than one in four adults age 65 years and older falls each year. Many falls do not cause serious injuries. However, one out of five falls cause an injury such as a broken bone or a head injury. Statistics show that 3 million older adults are treated in an emergency department each year for nonfatal falls, and over 800,000 are hospitalized.
The National Institute of Health (NIH) advises that seniors “fall proof” both the inside and outside of their homes. Every room should have clear pathways that are free of clutter and other obstacles that could cause a fall. All carpets should be securely attached to floors and stairways, and rather than throw rugs, use non-slip rugs or apply non-slip strips. Another suggestion from the NIH is to have good lighting throughout your home including well-lit hallways, entrances, and stairwells. Also have a lamp close to your bed that is easy to turn on to avoid stumbling around in the dark when getting in and out of bed. In addition, wearing the proper shoes is also an important part of preventing falls. Shoes should fit well and have low heels, non-slip soles and completely surround your foot. Other safety tips include installing handrails and grab bars in the bathroom. At MorningStar of Fountain Hills, our beautiful community is designed to accommodate our residents’ limitations. All of our spacious private suites come with wall-to-wall carpeting, fully handicapped-accessible bathrooms and emergency call systems. We also provide a 24/7 care staff and a full-time licensed nurse. Please visit our website to learn more. At MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Fountain Hills, we represent the very best in senior living with our distinct mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.” We are dedicated to providing a true home for residents amidst a beautiful, serene setting and a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve. Please contact us to schedule a tour. If you are looking for senior living in the Fountain Hills, AZ area we encourage you to take a look at MorningStar of Fountain Hills. Along with offering 63 bright suites for assisted living and 28 secure suites devoted to the specialized care of those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, we provide residents with a wide range of resort-style amenities. Opened in November 2016, our community was meticulously designed to provide our residents with all the comforts of home to ensure carefree retirement years. In addition to the warm and welcoming common rooms and private suites that are ready to move into, we have a loving, dedicated staff that is honored to serve seniors. As a resident, you will enjoy three daily meals that are expertly prepared by our own Executive Chef. Our meals are served restaurant-style in our lovely dining room, and for intimate dinners, we offer a private dining room. Our community also includes a chapel/theatre, bistro, massage room, fitness center and spa bath. MorningStar of Fountain Hills also has an onsite salon that offers hairstyling, manicures and pedicures. Around our exterior spaces, we have an atrium with a water feature, fireside patio and porches, and an enclosed patio and courtyard reserved for memory care residents. Inside, our community has a cozy, inviting living room and a beautiful interior patio (assisted living) as well as our life enrichment center where many of our wellness programs and activities take place. Other services include scheduled transportation, a 24-hour care staff, full-time licensed nurse and much more. We encourage you to set up a tour to see for yourself our exceptional community. Our suites are available in a variety of configurations that include spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans (some as large as 870 square feet). Please visit our website to learn more. At MorningStar of Fountain Hills, we exemplify 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 strive to create a true home for residents amid a beautiful, serene setting. We invite you to schedule a visit to see firsthand the best assisted living in Fountain Hills, AZ. Seniors suffering from Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia need to maintain their overall health as studies have found that poor health is associated with greater symptoms of Alzheimer’s. This is why experts stress the importance of being under the care of a qualified doctor and following good health habits such as exercise, eating nutrient-rich meals, and properly caring for any chronic or new health problems.
Doctors also advise the individual should have routine hearing and vision exams and any problems be treated appropriately. Along with being seen by their primary care provider, the person should see specialists as needed. The Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation explains that co-existing medical conditions may negatively impact Alzheimer’s behaviors. They state one example where “frequent urinary tract infections may increase wandering, and depression disrupts sleep and deepens social withdrawal.” While it is important for all seniors to eat a balanced, nutrient-rich diet, it is especially so for people with dementia as they may experience problems with eating. Nerve damage associated with the disease may result in extreme eating disorders such as overeating or not eating at all. The person may also have trouble smelling and tasting or chewing food and digesting it, so what they do eat needs to be healthy. In later stages of the disease, the person may also have difficulty using a knife or fork. As one of Boise’s foremost Alzheimer’s care homes, MorningStar at Englefield Green understands the disease and the different stages it takes. Our team of dementia care specialists creates an individualized care plan for each resident based on their needs, personality and preferences. With 50 secure suites in a variety of floorplans and configurations including spacious studios, and one- and two-bedroom apartments, we are sure to have one that fits your needs. Please visit our website for information on pricing and availability or to set up a tour to experience our compassionate, loving community. MorningStar at Englefield Green embodies the very best in senior living with a distinct mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest” that sets us apart from other senior living communities. With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing seniors and investing in a staff with a felt calling to serve, we offer loving, compassionate care within a beautiful home-like setting. To learn more about one of the area’s top Alzheimer’s care homes, please visit our website. If you have recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, you are not alone. It is estimated that 5.7 million Americans have Alzheimer's, and one in ten people age 65 years and older has the disease. As a way to help families impacted by the disease, the Alzheimer’s Association provides a variety of resources and services.
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s brings with it a range of emotions. Learning that you have a disease with no cure and no way to control what is happening to you can create feelings of anger, denial, depression and resentment as well as fear. Another common emotion is isolation and the feeling that no one else understands what you are going through. There can even be a sense of relief at finding out what is happening to you and having those concerns validated. The Alzheimer’s Association counsels that it helps to try and come to terms with your diagnosis and the emotions you are experiencing as a way to help you to move forward. They explain that, “once you make the commitment to take care of your emotional needs; you may find that you can rise to the challenge and face your diagnosis.” You will find helpful coping tips on their website to make it easier to deal with what you are going through. One of their most important suggestions is to have good support whether it comes from joining a support group, sharing concerns with family and friends, or talking to a counselor or member of the clergy. They also say to continue to do the activities you enjoy for as long as you are able. Finally they remind individuals to take time to “feel sad, mourn and grieve.” At MorningStar of Fountain Hills our secure and loving Reflections Neighborhood is devoted to the care of those with mild to advanced stages of Alzheimer’s and other dementia related diseases. We leverage the power of music, dance, art, aromatherapy, and animals to heal and comfort residents, while taking into consideration the uniqueness of each person. Our team works every day to make a difference in the lives of our memory care residents. MorningStar of Fountain Hill’s unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior communities. Committed to creating a true home for residents within a gorgeous setting, our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing our seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve. We invite you to schedule a visit to learn more about our exceptional assisted living community. Source: alz.org/help-support/i-have-alz An article from the New York Times reports on a study that achieved modest improvement in the physical decline and memory loss for some people in the early-stages of Alzheimer’s. Conducted by the University of Kansas, it is one of the first studies to use physical activity as an experimental treatment for dementia and their results suggest frequent, brisk walks may help to “bolster physical abilities and slow memory loss”
While the improvements were not universal in all study participants, researchers are now considering the question of why exercise helps some people with dementia and not others. We know earlier studies support a correlation between regular physical exercise and improved memory and also find that active seniors are less likely to develop mild cognitive decline, which is a frequent precursor to Alzheimer’s. This may be due to the fact that brain scans show physically active older people have more volume in their brain’s hippocampus (the part of the brain linked to memory function) than their sedentary peers. Until this study, most of the research has involved trying to prove whether or not exercise can help to prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s. In this new research, published by PLOSOne, it considers whether or not exercise can help to improve the trajectory of the disease. The participants were all older adults who had recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and were still in the early stages. They also had the ability to walk well. The research “assessed the effect of 26 weeks (6 months) of a supervised aerobic exercise program on memory, executive function, functional ability and depression in early AD.” The conclusion drawn from the study suggests that the exercise fitness gains produced not only improved memory performance but reduced hippocampal atrophy. It is still unclear why only some of the participants’ fitness endurance and brain activity improved. Researchers speculate that perhaps a specific exercise program may be more beneficial to a wider group of participants. At MorningStar of Fountain Hills, we exemplify the very best in senior living with our unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.” Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve…all of which contributes to creating a true home for residents amid a beautiful, serene setting. Please call to schedule a visit to see firsthand the finest assisted living in the area. The time may be right for you or your parents to move into a senior assisted living community but you are concerned about selling the house. We are all aware that the housing market has recovered from the poor market of several years ago but finding the right buyer can often still be a challenge.
There are some things you can do to give yourself an edge over the competition. The most important thing is to set the right price as a house priced too high is just not going to sell in any market. Be sure to take condition of your home into account and sale prices of comparable houses in the area. Do not assume the price necessarily reflects the assessed value. If your house has been on the market for a while, re-evaluate what is going on and discuss with your agent any feedback he is getting from prospective buyers. It may be some repairs and upgrades are advisable and could make a difference. Remember that an old house can just look old, or with a few well-placed updates, you can transform it into a classic. Steps to staging your home to get ready to sell: Clean everything inside and out. Do not forget windows and steam clean the carpets. Make sure to eliminate any pet or cigarette odors. Paint walls that are dirty and replace stained or worn out carpet (consider putting in wood or tile floors). Stick to neutral colors. Fix anything that is broken or damaged. You could consider having a home inspection done as a buyer will probably do one anyway. It allows you to take care of repairs beforehand. Get rid of clutter throughout the house and do not forget countertops. Removing as much as possible will help to give the impression of more room. Take down anything that could be offensive and put away personal items and mementos. The idea is to let a prospective buyer picture living there. Open blinds and windows to give more light and let fresh air in if the weather is cooperative. Set out a vase of cut flowers. Sometimes seniors think it is better to modify their current home and postpone moving into a senior living community. Studies show that making even small modifications can negatively affect home equity down the road when someone wants to sell. People can feel disconnected to a house that looks like an “old person’s” home. MorningStar of Fountain Hills represents the best in senior living with a unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.” We have built our foundation on honoring God, valuing our seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve to create a true home for residents amid a beautiful, serene setting. To experience firsthand the finest assisted living and memory care in Fountain Hills, AZ contact us to schedule a tour. For family members, assisted living and memory care can offer peace of mind knowing that your parent or loved one is receiving the care and companionship they need to live safely and as independently as possible. However we recognize that for some adult children or spouses, considering assisted living brings up feelings of guilt as you think you are not doing enough for them.
As an adult child, you may realize that you have too many responsibilities already on your plate including your own children, a job and other constraints but still feel guilty about not offering your parent a home with you. Even if you are a caregiver that has reached the point where you know the job is taking a toll on your own health and well-being and you are no longer able to provide the level of care your loved needs, you may still be hesitant to make changes. This is why assisted living and memory care communities such as MorningStar of Fountain Hills offer the perfect solution. Our purpose is not to replace you in the life of your aging parent or spouse but rather to assist you in your efforts to make their lives easier, safer and more comfortable. Our community, recently celebrating its two-year anniversary, was designed and built to accommodate the needs of seniors. Every aspect of our interior common rooms and suites as well as the outdoor grounds is intended to make our residents feel like they are in a true “home.” From beautiful, private suites that are just waiting for your personal furnishings, delicious three meals a day served restaurant-style, activities galore or companionship; we provide a lovely home. Please contact us with any questions you may have or set up a visit to see our beautiful community. MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Fountain Hills represents the very best in senior living with our distinct mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.” We are dedicated to providing a true home for residents amidst a beautiful, serene setting and a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve. Please schedule a tour to experience firsthand our exceptional community. If you have a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s or another form of memory loss, you may want to contact one of Boise’s premier Alzheimer’s care homes, MorningStar at Englefield Green. Our 50-suite community is equipped to care for someone in the onset of the disease right through to the most advanced stages.
To ensure our residents feel right at home and that their every need is met, we provide a full range of amenities and services. From the moment you walk through our door, you will discover a loving home filled with warm and inviting common areas throughout that offer a safe environment for residents to move about freely. Our spacious community has four fireside living rooms, secure courtyards, a life enrichment room, bistro, library, theater (including Wii), and a full salon. We also provide scheduled transportation for trips to doctor appointments and other errands. All residents are encouraged to participate in a full range of daily wellness programs and activities designed to support and engage their physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social connections. Each day is begun with our Morning Meeting followed by physical exercise suitable for our residents. We also offer musical entertainment and sing-alongs as well as planned outings such as scenic drives or walks around the neighborhood. A few examples of our scheduled activities include Sit & Be Fit, Yoga for Wellness, Craft Time, Bingo, trivia and card games, and movie time. Furthermore the MorningStar at Englefield Green family has fun celebrating holidays and participating in special events such as our “Longest Day” or our “Sip and Paint” activities in support of the Alzheimer’s Association. At our inaugural Sock Hop, residents, staff, and families all enjoyed dancing like nobody was watching! Please contact us to set up a tour to see firsthand our unique approach to memory care. As dementia care specialist, we feel privileged to walk alongside our residents and their families on this unexpected journey. MorningStar at Englefield Green embodies the very best in senior living with a distinct mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest” that sets us apart from other senior living communities. With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing seniors and investing in a staff with a felt calling to serve, we offer loving, compassionate care within a beautiful home-like setting. Are you looking for the best dementia care in Boise? Please visit our website to learn about availability. |
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