Now that spring is here Mother’s and Father’s Day will be here before we know it. For many of us that means trying to think of a thoughtful gift for an elderly parent.
There are a couple of reasons this task can be difficult including the fact that seniors often have most everything they need already. In addition, your parent may be living in a smaller apartment or resides in a senior living community where many of his or her day-to-day needs are met. In other words, they are not running a full household including cooking daily meals or doing a lot of in-home entertaining. Living in smaller quarters also makes gift ideas more challenging as they may not have a lot of extra room for more stuff. This is why unique gifts that are practical, personal or help to improve quality of life make great presents and the Internet has lots of ideas. A popular suggestion is memory-making presents and each year there seems to be more and more clever options to choose from. Throws and mugs with pictures of family are always welcomed as is a moving picture frame chocked full of recent photos of the grandkids (or great-grandkids). Also remember your time is one of the best gifts of all and giving an elderly parent an empty photo album, a box of family photos and a commitment that you will help them put it together is a way to make new memories and share old ones. Another good gift is a sound machine for anyone with problems sleeping, and many can be set to run for a specific time. Monthly subscriptions for baskets of particular foods they love, fancy lotions and soaps, teas or other goodies also make excellent gifts. If a loved one is hearing-impaired, a wireless headphone set that clarifies dialogue from the TV is a gift they will appreciate as well as everyone around them. For the sight-impaired, consider a lighted magnifying glass or oversized playing cards and such. Puzzles, fancy coloring books with a new set of colored pencils or markers, or brain games are also good ideas. At MorningStar of Happy Valley, we proudly offer exceptional senior living southeast of Portland, OR. Our beautiful assisted living and memory care community provides all of the services and amenities residents need to ensure their utmost comfort. Please visit our website for availability and pricing. MorningStar of Happy Valley offers the very best in senior living with our distinct mission statement “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 to create a true “home” for residents. Please visit our website for pricing and availability or to set up a tour of the finest assisted living and memory care in the Happy Valley–Clackamas area.
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Many people make the mistake that they know everything there is about a senior and that one elderly person is much the same as another. We are here to say nothing could be further from the truth. As a company with a mission statement that reads to: value all seniors as gifted and contributing individuals, and a commitment to creating a community that promotes a healthy, engaged lifestyle, while providing security and independence; it our calling to provide loving homes for our residents.
As we know that older adults are living longer than any other generation in the past, it is not surprising to hear that the numbers of seniors over 65 years of age is growing. In fact, in a 2016 study, it reports that one of every seven Americans (49.2 million) was 65 years or older, and the number of seniors 65 or older is expected to almost double to 98 million by 2060. By 2040, the number of seniors from 2000 will double up to around 82.3 million. Moreover, it is true that women make up a larger portion of adults 65 and older with 12.6 women to every 10 men, and the statistics grow as seniors’ age. By the time seniors reach the age of 85, women outnumber men two to one. However elderly women are more likely than men to suffer from functional limitations according to the Institute on Aging. A 2009 study reports, “About 46 percent of female Medicare enrollees age 65+ had difficulties with activities of daily living (ADLs) or were in a facility, compared with 35 percent of their male counterparts.” Also, in 2016, 82,000 seniors had reached the age of one hundred or older. The Albuquerque Journal reported in 2014 that the state’s number of individuals over 65 years increased by 12 percent from 2010 to 2013, compared with a national increase of 10 percent, according to estimates from the Census Bureau. By 2030, the 65+ population will more than double to become the 4th largest percentage of individuals 65 years and older in the nation. At MorningStar of Rio Rancho, a senior community located north of Albuquerque, we provide residents with compassionate assisted living and memory care. Our beautiful community offers all of the amenities, care services and wellness programs residents need. Please visit our website to learn more about unsurpassed senior living in Rio Ranch NM. The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Rio Rancho, “to honor, to value, 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 in Rio Rancho NM. MorningStar at Englefield Green is proud to offer exceptional specialized, loving memory care in Boise. Our parent company, MorningStar Senior Living, operates senior living communities throughout the Western U.S. This means MorningStar at Englefield Green benefits from the extensive knowledge and expertise our company has gained over their 16 years of operation regarding all facets of senior living, including a deep understanding of Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases.
MorningStar has earned a reputation as trusted dementia care specialists, and we feel it is our calling - our privilege – to provide care to our tender residents. Our community was built in full consideration of the dispositions and behaviors of those with dementia-related memory impairment and residents have the independence to safely move about their spacious surroundings. We recognize that the essence of the individual remains despite the extent of the memory loss, and that our job is to find ways to connect with and nurture it. MorningStar’s philosophy and approach to this kind of supported living is encompassed under the breadth of possibilities we call “Lavender Sky.” Thus, each day we strive to thoughtfully “enter, embrace and explore” the world of dementia. All of our team members regardless of their position will receive training in Lavender Sky, which will give them an expanded set of tools to provide residents with extraordinary care. MorningStar wants you to know that during the COVID-19 outbreak, our highest priority is the safety and wellbeing of our residents, their families and our staff; and we could not be more vigilant in our defensive approach. We are staying abreast of its real time status and closely following—in many cases, exceeding—guidelines set by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to ensure the health and well-being of all beneath our roof. Please visit our website for more information about our dedicated and compassionate memory care. We consider it an honor to walk alongside the memory-impaired (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. Please contact us to learn more about our unique approach to memory care. At the MorningStar of Happy Valley senior living community, we are staying vigilant in our approach to the outbreak of the new coronavirus (COVID-19) disease. Our highest priority is to the health and safety of our residents, their families and our staff members.
We are doing all we can to achieve this including instituting a policy that temporarily suspends non-essential visitors and vendors from entering our home. MorningStar is also keeping up-to-date and following closely, and in many cases exceeding, guidelines set by the CDC to ensure the health and wellbeing of everyone in our home. Some of these actions include having all assisted living residents dine in their suites with the exception of those with an Individualized Service Plan that requires assistance with eating. They will be served in the dining room, widely spaced from one another. Our memory care residents will dine as usual but they too will be spread out as far apart as possible. Other steps include suspending all non-essential visits (medical personal and end-of-life situations are the exception), eliminating all resident outings, and cancelling all events and outside entertainment. All of our team members have received training on infection control with an emphasis on hand sanitation including information from the CDC on COVID-19 and the uniqueness of this viral strain. We have ordered extra disinfectants and other cleaning supplies as we as modified and increased the frequency of our cleaning practices throughout our home. However most importantly of all, our team knows our residents well and is on high alert for any signs of respiratory illness, and has plans in place to address this including protocols for quarantine and relocation, as needed. We invite you to visit our website to read our full coronavirus COVID-19 update. MorningStar of Happy Valley offers 61 compassionate, comfortable assisted living suites with options that include spacious studios and one- and two-bedroom floor plans, some as large as 865 square feet. We also have 27 secure suites devoted to the individualized care of residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Please visit our website to learn more about availability and pricing. MorningStar of Happy Valley offers the very best in senior living with our distinct mission statement “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 to create a true “home” for residents. Please visit our website for pricing and availability or to set up a tour of the finest assisted living and memory care in the Happy Valley–Clackamas area. If you have started the search for senior living in the Happy Valley-Clackamas area we encourage you to take a look at MorningStar of Happy Valley assisted living and memory care community. While we only opened to residents late last year, we are proud to say we have already earned a reputation as a beautiful and loving home.
We always suggest that families schedule a tour of MorningStar to get a firsthand look, but as a way to get you started; our website contains lots of information about our community as well as more general information. Among our Family Resources, which include a Decision Guide and information on Affordability and Veterans, we also provide a comprehensive FAQs section. Here you will read about our unique brand of “senior loving homes” as well as learn a little something about our mission. We explain how it is our privilege - our calling, to love all those beneath our roof, which starts by hiring team members with servants’ hearts who are drawn to the idea of working with seniors. In addition, our service is guided by Radiance, and designed to foster a culture where kindness and authenticity are paramount. Within our FAQs, you will also find answers explaining what assisted living is, the type of services we offer, and how your level of care is determined (it is based on a thorough assessment with our Wellness Director). This information allows us to set up a customized care plan that is reviewed periodically to keep up with any changing health needs. At MorningStar of Happy Valley, we believe the human capacity to grow, to learn and to contribute is ageless. Each day we strive to provide seniors an environment where they can be productive and engaged. Please visit our website to set up a tour or to request information on pricing and availability on compassionate senior living in Happy Valley, OR. MorningStar of Happy Valley offers the very best in senior living with our distinct mission statement “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 to create a true “home” for residents. Please visit our website for pricing and availability or to set up a tour of the finest assisted living and memory care in the Happy Valley–Clackamas area. For the area’s finest senior housing, Rio Rancho area seniors are encouraged to consider MorningStar, a true destination for successful aging. By defining health and well-being holistically, MorningStar of Rio Rancho provides services and programming that support the whole person - body, mind and spirit. Together our Life Enrichment programs and our Wellness Care services complement one other to ensure each resident get the best care.
As a testament to the full scope of our services, we look for creative solutions within the full authority of our license through the Department of Health to help extend the stay of the resident if they experience changes in their health. These solutions can yield a higher quality of care at a lower cost to the family and provide a welcomed continuity of care for the resident. We are also proud that our assisted living residents benefit from our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. This centralized mobile station ensures accurate, onsite assessments, care planning, incident tracking, wound care, behavior management and eMARs (electronic medication administration records). In addition, record keeping is not only accurate but legible as well as offers complete demographic and medical information at hand. It also enhances confidentiality of residents’ data. Our broad care services include 5 levels of care for assisted living residents based on a point system and determined after a thorough evaluation with our Wellness Director. Residents have 24-hour care managers; a CPR staff member on every shift and access to a licensed nurse either onsite or on-call 24/7. MorningStar’s services also include medication management by certified med care managers as well as care planning reviews and scheduled health and wellness evaluations. To address specific health needs, we offer mechanical lift assistance, oxygen administration, and diabetic management. Furthermore, we provide transportation to medical appointments as well as pharmacy services, onsite dental and podiatry services and more. Please visit our website for information on pricing and availability or to set up a tour. Our community includes 51 bright suites for assisted living and another 26 secure suites devoted to the individualized care of residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Rio Rancho, “to honor, to value, 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 housing Rio Rancho has to offer. MorningStar of Happy Valley, located southeast of Portland, OR, offers residents a full range of care services, wellness programs and activities designed to support the whole person – body, mind and spirit. Together MorningStar’s Enrichment team and our Wellness Care team play a large role in why our beautiful community is the best choice for senior living in the area.
To start with, all assisted living residents are provided with 24/7 care managers who help assist them with Activities of Daily Living (dressing, bathing, grooming, eating, transferring and more). Also they have access to a licensed nurse onsite throughout the week and on-call around-the-clock; and every shift has an employee who is CPR certified. We also offer medication management by Certified Med Care Managers. Moreover, we want to reassure you and your family that we periodically do Care Plan reviews and update residents’ care plan as needed. Our centralized, mobile Electronic Health Record (EHR) system ensures accurate records of assessments, care planning, incident tracking, wound care, behavior management and eMARs (electronic medication administration records). The system maintains accurate, legible and complete demographic and medical information on residents as well as enhances privacy and security of the data. Other clinical care services provided by MorningStar include mechanical lift assistance, diabetic management, oxygen administration, catheter and colostomy care and more. We provide scheduled physician visits, a choice of physicians, pharmacy services, and onsite dental and podiatry services. This wide scope of care services is reflective of the full authority of our license through the Department of Health and helps to extend the stay of our residents even when health conditions change. We also pride ourselves on finding creative solutions that can result in higher quality of care at a lower cost for families. For a full list of care services, we encourage you to visit our website and take a look at our Care Services page. MorningStar of Happy Valley offers the very best in senior living with our distinct mission statement “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 to create a true “home” for residents. Please visit our website for pricing and availability or to set up a tour of the finest assisted living and memory care in the Happy Valley–Clackamas area. How does a senior living community with a picturesque setting offering resort-style amenities and a choice of stylish, private apartments sound? How would you like to live in a home with its own 24-hour bistro or salon offering haircuts, manicures or pedicures? Our recently opened MorningStar of Happy Valley assisted living and memory care community is just that as it is filled with warm and welcoming common areas both inside and out. Want to sit and chat with family or friends? Spend some quiet time in our library, or take advantage of the beautiful weather in one of our courtyards? Or do you want to enjoy a little exercise and take a walk along our strolling paths?
To ensure we satisfy the need of the most discerning seniors, our 61 assisted living, bright suites are available in configurations that include spacious studios and one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans (some as large as 865 square feet). Each suite is ready to move into and just requires your furnishings and personal items (we are also pet friendly). How does a wide range of meaningful wellness programs and activities along with all of the care services you need right at hand sound? Again, MorningStar of Happy Valley has that completely covered. Our enrichment programs include everything to enhance health and wellness, stimulate your brain and encourage connection. MorningStar’s care services are broad and include a licensed nurse both onsite and on call 24/7; 24-hour care managers; a CPR-trained staff member on every shift; medication management by certified med care managers; care planning reviews, scheduled health & wellness evaluations and more. But wait; have we mentioned our delicious, nutritional meals? MorningStar of Happy Valley is extremely proud of our daily food service, which is prepared under the direction of our Executive Chef and graciously served restaurant-style in our elegant dining room. If you would love to learn more, please see our website for to set up a tour of our beautiful home! MorningStar of Happy Valley offers the very best in senior living with our distinct mission statement “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 to create a true “home” for residents. Please visit our website for pricing and availability or to set up a tour of the finest assisted living and memory care in the Happy Valley–Clackamas area. According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), one out of every four Americans aged 65 and older falls every year and the majority of these falls occur at home. In fact, falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. There are several reasons why seniors are more susceptible to a fall and there are steps you can take to help decrease the likelihood of it happening.
Many elderly adults experience a general overall decline in their physical fitness resulting in reduced muscle strength, decreased bone mass, loss of balance and coordination, and reduced flexibility that make them more susceptible to a fall. Another common problem shared by many seniors is impaired vision. This can make it more difficult to detect fall hazards such as steps, thresholds, and obstacles and changes in the ground. Certain types of medications, especially the side effects, can cause drowsiness, dizziness or low blood pressure, which can all increase the risk of a fall. Also keep in mind it is not just prescription drugs but over-the-counter medications can contribute to balance problems as well. Other factors that make seniors more susceptible to falls are chronic diseases such as Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and arthritis as well as surgical procedures including hip or knee replacement. The NIA recommends installing night lights in the hallways and bathrooms and to have a light switch and phone within reach of the bed. Keep walkways free of clutter and avoid using throw rugs and area carpets. Use hand rails when going up and down the stairs, and if you have a pet, make sure they are not underfoot. In the bathroom, install grab bars in the tub and near the toilet, and use non-skid mats, strips, or carpet on all surfaces that may get wet. At MorningStar of Rio Rancho, our loving assisted living and memory care community makes residents’ safety and wellbeing a priority. We provide 24-hour care, a licensed nurse on call 24/7, and provide suites equipped with full, handicapped-accessible bathrooms, an emergency call system and more. Please visit our website to learn more about our exceptional senior living in Rio Rancho NM. The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Rio Rancho, “to honor, to value, 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 in Rio Rancho NM. If you are looking for senior living in Rio Rancho NM, we encourage you to consider MorningStar of Rio Rancho. We understand for many seniors, assisted living is a new experience and that there are lots of questions in regard to how personalized care is managed and how much it will cost.
The MorningStar of Rio Rancho’s leadership team always welcomes phone calls and email inquiries regarding our community. In addition, our website offers lots of resources regarding MorningStar Senior Living including our company’s history and philosophy as well as details on how we determine the individualized care each resident will receive. Under our website’s FAQ section, we explain that our assisted living care is based on a thorough assessment of the resident’s medical history and personal preferences. We learn this information by sitting down with the person, their family, and our Wellness Director before they move in. From there, a care plan is created that is approved by both the resident and their family. To ensure our residents’ needs continue to be met, we do schedule plan evaluations as well as update plans as needed. Within our assisted living, we have five levels of care along with a wide range of auxiliary medical and non-medical services that are priced a la carte. Care services determine a part of your monthly fee, but it is also based on the type of suite you choose within our choice of 51 studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Square footage as well as location and views are additional factors in the overall monthly fee. MorningStar of Rio Rancho also provides 26 secure suites devoted to the individualized, specialized care of those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. The monthly fee in our memory care Reflections Neighborhood is all-inclusive at a one-package price for both the suite and care. The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Rio Rancho, “to honor, to value, 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 in Rio Rancho NM. |
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