Are you interested in finding a career path that will make you feel good about what you are doing and provide the opportunity to help others every day? MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Fountain Hills offers just such an opportunity and is looking for the right individuals to complete our staff at one of the newest MorningStar properties in Fountain Hills, AZ.
Recognizing that a senior community’s success invariable rests on its caregivers, MorningStar invests generously in the development, compensation, benefits and career paths of our team members. We understand that while it is critical that we hire the very best people, we also work hard to provide them with the ultimate work environment. MorningStar strives to ensure that our staff is recognized for the magnitude of their contributions in making someone else’s life better. A typical MorningStar team member is someone who is aligned with our mission, and is the kind of person who does the right thing even when no one is watching. They are individuals who know how to anticipate the needs of those they are caring for and are willing to go the extra mile to serve them. Our team is made up of individuals who understand that Senior Living is at its best, love in action. The MorningStar workplace is a unique environment as it is also the home of our residents, and as with any home, it requires that each one of us work toward the single goal of enriching the lives of our seniors one day at a time. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace a culturally diverse workforce. In addition we work to accommodate the needs of our employees by offering flexible hours and schedules. At MorningStar of Fountain Hills, we exemplify the 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 setting. We invite you to schedule a visit to see our model suites and learn more about assisted living in the Scottsdale/Fountain Hills area.
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At MorningStar of Fountain Hills, memory care takes place within our Reflections Neighborhood. We offer 28 secure suites devoted to the personalized care of those with memory impairment from Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia and can accommodate those in the onset of the disease right through to the more advanced stages. The philosophy motivating our care is based on one of MorningStar’s mission statements that says, “To value all seniors as gifted and contributing individuals.” From this principle comes our attentiveness to the unique voice, the rights and preferences, of each resident.
We have a deep understanding of the different forms of dementia including Alzheimer’s that helps us to compassionately care for our memory impaired residents and to find the best ways to interact and communicate with them. MorningStar’s specially trained staff uses an array of multi-sensory activities including art, dance, music, aromatherapy, life skills, exercise and animals to heal and comfort. Furthermore, we take the time to get to know a resident through interviews with their family members in order to learn about their history, vocation, talents and preferences. We then use this knowledge to help us design an individualized care plan for the person. In addition our Reflections Neighborhood provides daily health monitoring, assistance with meals prepared by our Executive Chef, scheduled outings and special events, and an enclosed, secure patio and courtyard. Our memory care suites accommodate a resident’s own furniture and mementos so they are sure to feel right at home. Contact us to learn more about our beautiful assisted living and memory care community right in the center of the serene desert town of Fountain Hills. At MorningStar of Fountain Hills, we exemplify the 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 setting. We invite you to schedule a visit to see our model suites and learn more about assisted living in the Scottsdale/Fountain Hills area. It was not that long ago that seniors moving into an assisted living community had to leave behind an important companion, their pet. Today however, more and more retirement communities are recognizing the benefits of pets to the elderly, and many such as MorningStar of Fountain Hills, allow residents to bring their pets with them.
There has been a lot of research that validates the benefits of pets in seniors’ lives. In fact, A Place for Mom website reports on a study that shows, “just 15 minutes bonding with an animal sets off a chemical chain reaction in the brain, lowering levels of the fight-or-flight hormone cortisol and increasing production of the feel-good hormone serotonin. The result: heart rate, blood pressure and stress levels immediately drop.” They go on to say that interactions between pets and humans can “lower cholesterol levels, fight depression and may even help protect against heart disease and stroke.” Another reason pets can be good for the elderly is that animals live in the here and now and do not think about tomorrow, which for some seniors, can be worrisome. In addition animals offer unconditional love, emotional support and affection. This is one reason why pet therapy programs are used in convalescent homes, hospitals, mental health centers and children centers. Many people participating in such programs experience an improvement in appetite as well as “more social interaction and tactile and cognitive stimulation after interactions with pets.” There is even research that indicates pet therapy is beneficial for those suffering from dementia diseases such as Sundowners Syndrome and Alzheimer’s. The animal’s complete acceptance and non-verbal communication has proven to be soothing for patients. Please contact us to learn more about the MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Fountain Hills community. With beautifully appointed spaces and exceptional architecture, we are confident you will be impressed. At MorningStar of Fountain Hills, we exemplify the 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 setting. We invite you to schedule a visit to see our model suites and learn more about assisted living in the Scottsdale/Fountain Hills area. Sources: aplaceformom.com/senior-care-resources/articles/pet-friendly-assisted-living, agingcare.com/Articles/benefits-of-elderly-owning-pets-113294.htm Often families are confused with the terms “independent living” and “assisted living” and are not sure which one is best suited for their needs. To clarify, the term independent living is used to describe senior living communities that are designed specifically for seniors 55 and older who want to and are able to live without any help. Assisted living is designed for seniors who still wish to live independently with personal privacy and autonomy, but require a little assistance in their daily lives.
Independent living is ideal for individuals who no longer wish to maintain their own home and desire a more carefree lifestyle. While each community can vary, many offer amenities such as social activities, day trips and meals. Senior independent communities offer residents the freedom to enjoy their retirement years without being tied down with mowing lawns, shoveling snow and other routine chores that need to be done when owning a home. At assisted living communities, residents get help with daily personal care and are provided with an array of services such as housekeeping, laundry, transportation, daily meals, and 24 hour supervision. Generally a community assesses in-coming residents to determine the level of assistance needed that is agreeable to the senior and their extended family. Other amenities offered by assisted living communities may include a range of activities and wellness programs. We are pleased to report that the MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Fountain Hills community is set to open this coming fall. Located east of Scottsdale, we are in the scenic desert town of Fountain Hills that is renowned for its lake fountain that shoots a geyser of water 562 feet into the air every hour. We now have three models open that are available to tour including a studio, one-bedroom, and two bedroom unit. At MorningStar of Fountain Hills, we exemplify the 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 setting. We invite you to schedule a visit to see our model suites and learn more about assisted living in the Scottsdale/Fountain Hills area. |
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