Father’s Day is on Sunday, June 19th this year. If you haven’t begun planning, it may be time to decide on a gift for your parent or loved one that is struggling with Dementia or another memory loss disease. Figuring out what is the most beneficial gift for someone in memory care can be tough, especially if they are in a community that supplies a lot of enrichment and activities. You don’t want to confuse your loved one with a difficult gift, so it’s best to stick to what is familiar and recognizable to them.
MorningStar in Arvada, Colorado offers a rich environment for its residents living in memory care. There is often calm music playing, open activity rooms, and a dining room that is equipped to serve healthy meals and sweet treats. What your senior living facility cannot supply, however, is a gift from your heart completely tailored to your parent or loved one that would help better connect them to you. Bringing along your loved one’s favorite meal or snack is a simple, but great Father’s Day gift for someone struggling with memory loss. When our senses, such as taste or smell, are induced, memory recollection is stronger. If there was a special meal you all once shared together often, perhaps bringing that in during your visit could entice some memories to be shared between you two. Simple, but effective, gifts are board games if your loved one is struggling with symptoms of Dementia and memory loss. Games such as checkers, Connect-Four, or bingo will help in keeping your dad’s mind active and the familiarity of these games may spark more memories and comfortability. Try to stay away from games that are too intricate, like large puzzles or monopoly, as they may lead to frustration and confusion. To learn more about our specialization in memory care in Arvada, Colorado please contact us. Our staff is happy to answer any questions you have and our website also provides information on our company’s history, vision, and mission as well as what sets us apart from other memory care facilities in Arvada, Colorado. MorningStar at Arvada proudly provides the very best in assisted living and memory care 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 create a true home for residents amid a beautiful setting. Please contact us for more information about one of the finest retirement homes Arvada, Colorado has to offer.
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Many of us, especially seniors, have heard or known someone with Alzheimer’s disease and have an idea of the devastation it causes. While there are other types of diseases categorized as dementia, Alzheimer’s is by far the most common form of dementia accounting for 60 to 80 percent of cases. You should know dementia is not actually a specific disease but refers to a decline in a person’s mental ability to such a degree it interferes with their daily life.
It is also important to understand dementia is not a normal condition of aging but rather caused by damage to brain cells that affect a person’s memory, reasoning and other cognitive skills including an ability to communicate. There are several types of clinical dementia including: Alzheimer’s disease; vascular dementia; dementia with Lewy Body; and frontotemporal dementia. Mixed dementia is the term used when a person has both Alzheimer’s and another form of dementia, which is causing their mental decline. The Alzheimer’s Association says the “most common early symptom of Alzheimer’s is trouble remembering new information because the disease typically impacts the part of the brain associated with learning first.” As the disease progresses, the person is robbed of many other abilities such as speaking, swallowing and walking. To help get the proper diagnosis and rule out other causes that may be treatable such as side effects from a medication, it is important to see your doctor. If warranted, they may have you see a specialist that can do further testing. Along with independent and assisted living, MorningStar at Golden Ridge offers care to those with memory impairment from Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. We are a team of compassionate, professionals who feel privileged to serve our most “tender residents.” We also consider supporting family members as part of our job and recognize that a diagnosis of dementia is traumatizing for all involved. Contact us or visit our website for availability, pricing information and to schedule a tour. 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. Source: alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/difference-between-dementia-and-alzheimer-s In an article in the US News & World Report, experts say forgetfulness is not an inevitable part of growing older and there are things we can do to help maintain and enhance our memory function and overall brain health. Furthermore, they also benefit whole body health.
One of the first things they recommend is to never stop making “physical activity a priority as it optimizes blood flow to the entire body, including the brain. An adequate supply of blood and oxygen to the brain helps to keep our memories sharp.” Researchers explain that the type of exercise is also important and recommend a minimum of 30 minutes a day of cardio exercise such as running, power walking, biking, or swimming. However, before beginning any new exercise regime, be sure to check with your healthcare provider. In addition, continuing to learn new things can improve our memory as studies have found a correlation between challenging our brain and maintaining brain health. This could include activities such as playing an instrument, starting a new hobby, learning a language, or just broadening your reading habits. Other advice that not only enhances cognitive thinking but overall health includes getting enough sleep each night. Research has shown that “powering down on a nightly basis allows the brain to heal and restore itself, clearing toxins that can lead to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia types.” What sets MorningStar of Arvada apart from other independent living, assisted living and memory care Arvada, CO offers? We strive to provide a true “home” for our residents and have a team committed to serving seniors who treat them with the dignity and respect they deserve. Our loving, around-the-clock care encompasses the physical, mental, spiritual and social wellbeing of our residents. Please visit our website for more information. 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 Arvada, CO offers. Source: health.usnews.com/health-care/for-better/articles/maintaining-and-enhancing-memory 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. MorningStar of Beaverton is a trusted assisted living and memory care community southwest of Portland, OR. Our holistic memory 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 senior living, our staff and the philosophy that guides our care. At MorningStar of Beaverton, our mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living assisted 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: alz.org/help-support/caregiving/daily-care/art-music 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 of Arvada 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 of our suites are smartly designed to make the most of the space they offer with high ceilings, large windows and many offer patios or balconies. 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 of Arvada 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. 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 Arvada, CO offers. Peoria, AZ’s MorningStar at Golden Ridge offers 55+ adults a selection of senior living options including independent living and assisted living as well as memory care for those suffering from Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases. Along with all of our luxury amenities, care services and signature wellness programs, we offer Concierge Living to ensure seniors the ultimate in stress-free retirement years.
We like to say Concierge Living takes senior living to the next level allowing residents to live life on their own terms. MorningStar’s luxury living starts with an array of resort-style amenities included with your private suite such as all-day, restaurant-style dining; covered parking; scheduled transportation and fitness center along with housekeeping, laundry and maintenance services. In addition our à la carte services are designed to make life even easier with extra laundry and other housekeeping services including light carpet cleaning and maintenance. Our top level amenities can help upgrade and organize your closet space for ease of living or walk and groom your pet from a mobile pet grooming service. Other types of à la carte services include help with hosting an intimate dinner party by reserving our private dining room and ordering guest meals for a special night with family or friends. MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge is near the Cardinal’s stadium and close to shopping, restaurants, major medical facilities and metropolitan recreation. Please visit our website to see various floor plans in our main building including studio, and one-and two bedroom configurations. For independent living, take a look at one of our 38 Casitas quadruplexes with attached garages. For residents with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases, we have 35 suites in our Reflections Neighborhood. Contact us to learn more about our dedicated hospitality and care services for the best senior living in Peoria. MorningStar Senior Living is committed to making a difference in the lives of seniors and is seeking like-minded people to help us achieve our mission. Currently we have various openings at our Phoenix area communities. Some of our positions are caregiver jobs while others are essential to the smooth operation of our communities. Just some of the openings are Care Manager, Concierge, Dining Room Server, Medication Care Manager/QMAP, Wellness Nurse and more.
Many people working in senior living are surprised to discover how rewarding and fulfilling the career is as well as the unforeseen benefits it offers. One of the most frequently mentioned by those working with seniors are the lessons they learn that make a lasting impression on their own lives. The older generation has a wealth of knowledge as well as a unique perspective, and most of them love having someone around willing to listen to stories about their broad and varied life experiences. Furthermore, working with seniors will give you a new perspective on aging and help you to understand more about what people go through in the aging process. As a MorningStar team member, you will be encouraged to get to know our residents and to learn their preferences and backgrounds as you meet their expressed (and even unexpressed) needs. We are proud of our culturally diverse workforce and consider all of our employees to be an integral part of our team. Along with a generous compensation and insurance benefit package, MorningStar wants all of our team members to be equipped with the knowledge required to do their jobs well and take pride in their work. To that end, we invest in comprehensive employee training programs such as: O2 (Orientation & Onboarding); Lavender Sky (Dementia Care); Radiance (Culture, Customer Service); Inhabit (for the Community Relations team); Brain Boosts (for the Reflections care team); and Relias Video Courses (paid to view from home). We invite you to discover the joys of working in a supportive environment where team members work toward a single goal of providing the best senior living to our residents. Please visit our website to search open positions at our communities in Phoenix, Glendale, Fountain Hills, and Peoria, AZ. While you are there, visit our communities’ home pages to learn more about us. 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. Many of us, especially seniors, have heard or known someone with Alzheimer’s disease and have an idea of the devastation it causes. While there are other types of diseases categorized as dementia, Alzheimer’s is by far the most common form of dementia accounting for 60 to 80 percent of cases. You should know dementia is not actually a specific disease but refers to a decline in a person’s mental ability to such a degree it interferes with their daily life.
It is also important to understand dementia is not a normal condition of aging but rather caused by damage to brain cells that affect a person’s memory, reasoning and other cognitive skills including an ability to communicate. There are several types of clinical dementia including: Alzheimer’s disease; vascular dementia; dementia with Lewy Body; and frontotemporal dementia. Mixed dementia is the term used when a person has both Alzheimer’s and another form of dementia, which is causing their mental decline. The Alzheimer’s Association says the “most common early symptom of Alzheimer’s is trouble remembering new information because the disease typically impacts the part of the brain associated with learning first.” As the disease progresses, the person is robbed of many other abilities such as speaking, swallowing and walking. To help get the proper diagnosis and rule out other causes that may be treatable such as side effects from a medication, it is important to see your doctor. If warranted, they may have you see a specialist that can do further testing. MorningStar of Arvada offers choices for seniors interested in independent living or assisted living with 112 bright suites that include spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. In addition we are pleased to provide 29 memory care suites for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. We invite you to visit our website for contact information and to learn about the area’s finest independent living and assisted living as well as trusted memory care in Arvada, CO. Ask about our New Year Specials for assisted living and memory care residents. Source: alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/difference-between-dementia-and-alzheimer-s |
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