A Variety of Jobs Openings Including Chefs, Food Servers & More

If you have a background in the food service industry or just want to be a part of a company who consider its employees to be an integral part of its team, consider working for one of Denver’s MorningStar communities.  Among our food related positions, we are seeking cooks, bakers, dining room servers and more as well as specially-trained chefs. 

Within our beautiful residential communities, we offer independent living, assisted living and memory care, and while many of our jobs are assisted living caregiver positions, we also provide a full dining experience for residents.  Our meals are carefully prepared under the supervision of a specially-trained Executive Chef and served restaurant-style in our attractive dining rooms. 

Since we are 24/7 care providers, many of our positions are full or part-time, and some are during weekend hours.  We respect our team’s work-life balance and strive to meet shift preferences as well as provide predictable schedules.  In addition we recognize our team is critical to the success of our communities, and thus, we offer competitive wages and comprehensive benefits including healthcare, sick and vacation time, a 401(k) plan, and more.

MorningStar communities seek exceptional individuals with a felt calling to serve and are the kind of people who view seniors as heroes.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and while we are based in Judeo-Christian values, we welcome all faiths among our team members (and residents). 

As a MorningStar team member, you are invited to be part of something inspirational, profound and rewarding.  Our Denver communities include MorningStar at Dayton Place; MorningStar at Jordan; MorningStar of Littleton; MorningStar at RidgeGate; MorningStar of Wheat Ridge; and Parker Senior Living by MorningStar.  Please see our website the full list of job openings and contact information.

At MorningStar Senior Living, our unique mission statement: “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  We are committed to a foundation built upon honoring God and valuing all seniors, and are currently recruiting staff with a felt calling to serve seniors.  If you have a commitment to service, we invite you to visit MorningStar’s Join Our Team page for information on how to apply to assisted living jobs in Denver.

The Benefits of MorningStar’s Companion Living Program

In addition to MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Jordan offering seniors a choice of smartly-designed spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans, we also allow residents to share living arrangements.  Our Companion Living program is specifically designed for unrelated seniors of the same sex to share a suite.  This arrangement is available to both our assisted living and memory care residents.   

What are the benefits?  Actually there are many reasons it may make good sense for you or a family member that is considering senior living. Since we understand that people are designed for relationships, most of us flourish when we are in one.  However, the fact is that many seniors have lost their long-term life partner and are left feeling bereft and isolated.  So besides offering the economic benefit of splitting the monthly rent expense in half, a roommate can help alleviate many of these feelings.

In addition to providing a companion, a roommate can make the transition period for a new in-coming resident much easier.  The seasoned community member can help guide their new companion through all the facets of senior living and make them feel more confident in socializing with the entire community.  Also another often overlooked advantage to companion living is that since roommates inherently look out after one another, they may be the first one to notice a change in the health of their roomie. 

 

To ensure the arrangement works for both parties, MorningStar at Jordan goes to great lengths to match residents who wish to participate in companion living and pair residents based on similar backgrounds and shared interests.  Furthermore, even when you share the rent with another resident, you are still offered the full scope of MorningStar resort-style amenities including daily meals, activities, scheduled transportation, entertainment and much more.   Please contact us if you think this is something you would be interested in.

MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Jordan 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 by creating a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve. Please contact us to set up a tour to see firsthand our exceptional community.

Want to Learn the Secret of Longevity?

Recently the Harvard Study of Adult Development, the longest, most comprehensive examination of aging ever conducted, reported some interesting results regarding the “secrets of aging well.”  Surprisingly the study shows that rather than focusing on lowering your cholesterol and stress levels, you may be better off by having close, personal relationships.  Researchers have concluded that embracing community can actually help us to live longer, and be happier. 

Although started in the 1930’s with just men, the study was broadened through the years to include both men and women from adolescence to old age.  The results have even surprised the director, psychiatrist George Vaillant, MD, senior physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston.  He says, "I had expected that the longevity of your parents, the quality of your childhood, and your cholesterol levels would be very influential."  He and the other researchers were surprised these variables were not more important than they were. 

Another commonly held notion is that stress adversely affects our health and wellbeing, and again, the study found that it is not the actual stress we go through but how well we deal with it.  As the old adage reminds us, it is better to make lemonade out of lemons and having good adjustment and coping skills are important to effectively dealing with stress.  Researchers also cite other factors that account for our longevity including avoiding cigarettes, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, and pursuing education. 

At MorningStar of Boulder, we concur that a healthy lifestyle includes a sense of community and understand the importance of engaging in the types of activities that enhance health and wellness, stimulate our brain and encourage connections.  Please visit our website for more information regarding our beautiful community.  We offer both assisted living suites and secure memory care suites in a range of configurations and floorplans. 

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Boulder represents the best in senior living with a distinct mission statement - “to honor, to value, to invest.”  Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve.  We are dedicated to providing a true home for residents amidst a beautiful, serene setting and invite you to schedule a visit to experience one of the area’s finest senior living communities.   

Source: webmd.com/healthy-aging/features/secrets-of-aging-well#1

Cardiovascular and Strengthening Exercises are Both Important

Health providers say that whether you or 18 or 80, it is important to do both cardiovascular exercises as well as strengthening exercises.   In addition to experiencing the benefits of better tone and shape, “research now links not just aerobic exercise but strength training with a reduced risk of death from all causes.”   Presently the American Heart Association and American College of Sports Medicine recommends doing strength training at least two times a week. 

Many older adults do not think about strength training, and for those that are exercising, have limited their exercise to things like walking, swimming, jogging, or bike riding.  Dr. Jennifer Kraschnewski, an associate professor of medicine, pediatrics and public health sciences at the Penn State College of Medicine, explains we now have very good evidence that shows 80-year-olds are as able to improve their muscle mass as 50-year-olds.   She adds, “and this can be done reliably over a very short period of time – something as short as two to three months." 

The large 2016 study found strengthening exercises helped to prevent age-related bone and muscle loss.  Led by Dr. Kraschnewski, the study drew on data from the National Health Interview Survey and followed 30,000 adults age 65 years and older for fifteen years.   While only 10 percent of the participants met the national guidelines for twice weekly strength training, those individuals had 46 percent lower odds of dying from any cause, or all-cause mortality.   Furthermore they were less likely to die from cancer or cardiovascular disease.

Experts say you do not have to start lifting heavy weights as strength training includes using exercise bands, doing push-ups or yoga.  However be sure to check with your physician before you began any new exercise. 

The MorningStar at RidgeGate offers plenty of ways our seniors can stay active with on onsite pool, spa, a health club and lots of life enrichment activities.  Our beautiful community has independent and assisted living as well as memory care.  Please visit our website to learn more. 

Before starting any exercise, be sure to consult with your health care provider

MorningStar at RidgeGate provides 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 create a true home for residents amidst a peaceful setting.  Please contact us to set up a tour of the area’s finest senior living in Lone Tree and convenient to Highlands Ranch. 

Source: health.usnews.com/wellness/fitness/articles/2018-06-26/could-pumping-iron-help-you-live-longer

Seeking Compassionate Service Professionals

At MorningStar Senior Living, we are intentional and articulate about the kind of culture we want to build, and it is one in which we encourage our entire team to thrive both personally and professionally.  We currently have job openings in the Denver area at MorningStar at Dayton Place; MorningStar at Jordan; MorningStar of Littleton; MorningStar at RidgeGate; MorningStar of Wheat Ridge; and Parker Senior Living by MorningStar.  All are seeking exceptional and loving individuals who have a felt calling to serve.

To ensure our residents get the very best care, we are building a team of service professionals who feel connected, empowered and called to serve, and not only invest in one another but in our resident-families.  Our unique culture encourages team members to explore their gifts in order to reach their full potential.  At MorningStar, internal promotions are common, and even more so now, given our rapid growth. 

Our job positions include a variety of roles and are diverse in the type of experience and education required.  However from dishwashers and dining room servers to directors and managers, we consider each position to be critical to the smooth operation of our homes and value each team member as such.  As a MorningStar team member, you will receive training in Radiance, our brand standard of Service Excellence, which is reiterated and strengthened during our daily Huddle.

Our Denver senior living communities are beautifully designed and decorated “homes” that offer area seniors a carefree lifestyle with independent living and assisted living as well as memory care.  Our job postings include a variety of positions such as: Care Managers, Care Managers requiring a PRN, Concierge, Bus Driver, Business Office Managers, Dining Room Servers, Housekeepers, and Medication Care Managers/QMAP.  Many positions are full or part-time, and as we provide care 24/7 care, we also have weekend, evening and night-time shifts available.  Please visit our website to learn more or stop by one of our communities to apply to an open position. 

At MorningStar Senior Living, our unique mission statement: “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  We are committed to a foundation built upon honoring God and valuing all seniors, and are currently recruiting staff with a felt calling to serve seniors.  For a rewarding career, visit MorningStar’s Join Our Team page for information on caregiver jobs in Denver.

Is it Time to Consider Assisted Living?

Often a family is not sure whether it would be better for mom or dad to move into an assisted living community.  Making the decision more difficult is the fact that many seniors can be resistant to moving, and they do not like the idea of leaving their home and everything familiar to them.  However the most important thing to consider is whether your parent’s current living situation meets their overall health and medical needs, their physical needs, and safety.  If it doesn’t, it is time to start a conversation about making a change. 

Your parents or senior loved ones may no longer be safe at home if they are having falls.  The National Council on Aging reports that one in four adults over the age of 65 have a fall each year and those statistics are higher in older seniors.  In fact every 11 seconds a senior is treated at an emergency room for injuries suffered in a fall.  Other mobility factors that may comprise their safety include struggling to go up and down stairs as well as difficulty getting up from a chair or their bed. 

Another indication your parent may not be functioning well on their own is if you find they are looking disheveled and neglecting their appearance.  You probably will also want to take a look around the house and see if they are keeping it up or is it untidy and disorganized.  Furthermore, are they taking their medications as prescribed and are they eating well? 

The staff at MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Jordan knows how to take care of these needs as well as to provide a warm, comfy atmosphere to make sure all of our residents feel right at home.  Our beautiful community offers both assisted living suites and memory care. 

MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Jordan 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 by creating a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve. Please contact us to set up a tour to see firsthand our exceptional community.

Want More than Just a Job? Join Our Dedicated Team

Do you want a rewarding career that provides the opportunity for growth both professionally and personally?  Six of MorningStar’s Denver area communities are seeking individuals who have a felt calling to serve and view seniors as heroes.  We have a reputation for offering the area’s finest independent living, assisted living and memory care, and we know it would not be possible without our team of compassionate and committed caregivers. 

MorningStar is a company unlike most others as our mission includes honoring God in our business practices as well as in our relationships.  While virtues such as “being nice” and “kindness” are not always valued in business, our work culture does just that and is distinguished by benevolence, empowerment and collaboration.  We have assembled a team of exceptional individuals who value all seniors as gifted and contributing individuals and sees to it that each resident is treated with the respect and dignity they deserve. 

We also invest generously in our team’s ability to serve well.  We help build fulfilling careers for our team members and whenever possible, we promote from within.  As one of our Executive Director’s explains, “MorningStar has propelled me into the career I love. Starting as a caregiver, I’ve had the opportunity to grow through eight different positions and manage three different communities, including opening a brand new home. Not only do I get to do what I’m so passionate about every day, but I’m also able to contribute to a company who has a Vision, Mission and Values that align with my own.”

We are a company of servant-minded, purpose-driven individuals who are committed to making a difference in the lives of seniors as well as throughout the world.  If you wish to learn more about our Denver area job opportunities, please visit our website for a list of open positions and contact information.  

At MorningStar Senior Living, our unique mission statement: “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  We are committed to a foundation built upon honoring God and valuing all seniors, and are currently recruiting staff with a felt calling to serve seniors.  For a rewarding career, visit MorningStar’s Join Our Team page for information on caregiver jobs in Denver.

Learn More about MorningStar’s Unique Philosophy and Mission

At MorningStar of Boulder, we encourage families to get to know as much about our beautiful, loving community so they can understand what sets us about from other senior living communities.  On our website, you will find a variety of resources as well as information regarding signs your loved one may need assisted living or memory care.  We also offer helpful tips on how to start the conversation about assisted living.  

  

Under our FAQ’s, we answers common questions families and seniors have about our community such as the type of services we offer, our payment structure, and the different levels of care.  In addition you will find information regarding our values and way of thinking as well as how MorningStar Senior Living was started.   

In 2003, Ken Jaeger founded MorningStar under the philosophy that he would create “senior loving homes” where residents would be seen as heroes.  This approach and mission resonates at every level and is how we align our priorities as well as define our behavior.  Our team consists of a group of dedicated individuals who have a felt calling to serve, and while we are rooted in Judeo-Christian beliefs, we welcome all faiths among our residents and team members.

We dispense our brand of service excellence under our exclusive “Radiance” program, which is what we use to guide our service and to foster a culture where kindness and authenticity are paramount.  Following Ken Jaeger’s example, we are encouraged to be a company of servants’ hearts and people of action, and to meet the needs of others both here in our community as well as across the globe. 

Please visit MorningStar of Boulder’s website to learn more about our compassionate community.  We are honored to care for seniors and respectfully treat each of our residents with the dignity they deserve.  Please contact us to set up a tour to experience our loving community firsthand. 

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Boulder represents the best in senior living with a distinct mission statement - “to honor, to value, to invest.”  Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve.  We are dedicated to providing a true home for residents amidst a beautiful, serene setting and invite you to schedule a visit to experience one of the area’s finest senior living communities.   

How We Determine the Cost of Our Assisted Living

MorningStar at RidgeGate offers a variety of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.  While memory care is all-inclusive, the cost of an assisted living suite is determined by the level of care the resident requires. 

MorningStar’s assisted living has five levels and uses a simple point system, which factors into account the cost and time it takes to provide each service.  Whether it involves help with personal daily care activities such as grooming, bathing and toileting, or medical assistance, we come up with a cumulative score that places you within one of our five levels. 

Before an assisted living resident even joins our community, our Wellness Director meets with them and their family to go over their medical history and discuss their needs.  From there, we create a care plan approved by the resident that ensures their comfort and safety.  In addition, we offer daily health monitoring and periodically review a resident’s care plan to make sure it is still up-to-date.    

For assisted living and memory care, we provide dedicated 24-hour Care Managers, a CPR-trained staff member on every shift, and a full-time nurse onsite and on call 24-7.  We also have Certified Medication Care Managers, pharmacy services and much more.  For your safety, each room of our suites including the bathroom has an emergency call button. 

In all three neighborhoods (independent living, assisted living and memory care), our suites are rented, month-to-month with a 30-day vacate notice in assisted living and 90-day notice in independent living.  Furthermore unique to Lone Tree and the surrounding areas, MorningStar at RidgeGate is not a buy-in community so it does not require a large upfront investment.   Please visit our website to learn more. 

MorningStar at RidgeGate provides 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 create a true home for residents amidst a peaceful setting.  Please contact us to set up a tour of the area’s finest senior living in Lone Tree and convenient to Highlands Ranch.  

What is Prediabetes?

The Mayo Clinic defines prediabetes as the condition where a person’s “blood sugar level is higher than normal but not yet high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes.”  They go on to say that without intervention, a person is in danger of becoming diabetic in 10 years or less; however, there are steps you can take to help prevent this from happening.   

While it is not known exactly what causes prediabetes, we do know that family history and genetics play a significant role.  The Mayo Clinic explains that the genetic link has been confirmed by research with the discovery of some insulin resistant genes.  In addition studies show that excess fat; especially abdominal fat as well as inactivity are “important factors in the development of prediabetes.”

The job of glucose (sugar) in our bodies is to fuel the cells that make up our muscles and other tissues.  We get glucose from any food we eat that has carbohydrates and not just from sweets.  As our food is digested, glucose enters the bloodstream, and “with the help of insulin, it enters the body's cells where it is utilized as a source of energy.”   For someone who has prediabetes, it means they have stopped processing glucose properly, and it is building up in their bloodstream, no longer providing fuel for their cells.

To help prevent prediabetes from becoming type 2 diabetes, you need to make changes in your lifestyle.  A good way to start trying to normalize your blood sugar levels is to get plenty of physical exercise, make healthier food choices, and lose weight if you carry a lot of excess body fat.   

This post is intended for informational purposes only.  Please contact your health care provider with any questions or concerns you have regarding your health.

MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Jordan 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 by creating a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve. Please contact us to set up a tour to see firsthand our exceptional community.

 Source: mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/prediabetes/basics/symptoms/con-20024420 

Seeking Medication Care Managers/QMAP

The Denver area MorningStar Senior Living communities are seeking Medication Care Managers/QMAP to fill several open positions.  Qualified individuals are responsible for meticulously dispensing as well as documenting our residents’ medications.  

Job duties include administering and documenting regularly prescribed medications per the Medication Administration Record, and observing the five rights for safe administering of medications per physicians’ orders.  You will be responsible for ordering meds from the pharmacy as prescribed and as requested by our Wellness Director.  In addition you will reorder medications as stated to ensure residents always have required medications available.  

Along with dispensing meds, you will take and record vital signs prior to the administration of medications, and observe and report to the licensed nurse any reactions and side effects of the medications.  MorningStar Medication Care Managers additionally dispense PRN meds per physician’s orders as well as document the administration of such medications.  For residents receiving oxygen, you will see to it that they have the correct liter flow and that portable and large liquid tanks are filled and turned off when not in use.  Your position requires you to keep the medication cart clean, stocked and locked with medication administration book inside.  

MorningStar Senior Living Denver communities are a loving place and offer individuals the opportunity for a rewarding, professional career.  Moreover as we consider our team to be an integral part of our operations, we promote from within whenever possible.  We are seeking individuals who do the right thing even when no one is watching, who want to perfect the art of anticipating needs, and who recognize that Senior Living, at its best, is love in action.  Please see our website for the full job description of Medication Care Managers/QMAP and all of the other Denver senior living community openings. 

At MorningStar Senior Living, our unique mission statement: “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  We are committed to a foundation built upon honoring God and valuing all seniors, and are currently recruiting staff with a felt calling to serve seniors.  For a rewarding career, please visit MorningStar’s Join Our Team page for details regarding housekeeping jobs in Denver.

Looking for Care Managers for the Area’s Top Assisted Living Communities

The Denver area MorningStar Senior Living communities are seeking exceptional individuals to fill a variety jobs in our assisted living communities including Care Managers.  If you are a dedicated hard-working individual who would feel honored to provide loving care to our incredible residents, we invite you to apply to one of our Care Managers openings.  Positions include full-time, reduced full-time, and part-time, and as we care for residents 24/7, we offer a variety of shifts including weekends and nights.   

As a care manager at one of MorningStar’s extraordinary Denver area communities, you will be encouraged to build strong relationships with our residents as you assist them with their daily activities.  You will also enjoy the satisfaction of working alongside a caring team in a family-like setting. 

Care managers, as with all of our team members, are encouraged to share creative solutions that will help to improve the care we provide residents.  Job duties include passing out room trays and assisting residents with meals.  When needed, you will escort residents to the dining room and make sure all of your “residents” have received their meal.   Other tasks involve assuring the physical comfort, safety and mental well-being of residents as you assist in daily personal care activities including toileting, grooming, bathing, feeding, dressing and more. 

Responsibilities also include assisting in the development and review of residents’ care plans as well as helping to orient new resident care managers.  In addition you will protect residents’ privacy and treat them with the utmost respect.   

If you feel it is a privilege to serve others, please visit our website to read the full job description of Care Managers as well as other open positions.  Our communities include: MorningStar at Dayton Place in Denver; MorningStar at Jordan in Centennial; MorningStar of Littleton in Littleton; MorningStar at RidgeGate in Lone Tree; MorningStar of Wheat Ridge in Wheat Ridge; and Parker Senior Living by MorningStar in Parker.  See our website to learn about more career opportunities. 

At MorningStar Senior Living, our unique mission statement: “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  We are committed to a foundation built upon honoring God and valuing all seniors, and are currently recruiting staff with a felt calling to serve seniors.  If you wish to thrive personally and professionally, please visit MorningStar’s Join Our Team page for more information on rewarding assisted living jobs in Denver.

One Million Americans are Living with Parkinson’s Disease

It is estimated that more than 10 million people worldwide have Parkinson’s disease.  In the U.S. alone, a million people are living with the disease and as many as 60,000 new cases are diagnosed each year.  While there is not a cure for the disease, there is treatment; however anyone with symptoms needs to have a medical diagnosis in order to rule out other causes.

The Mayo Clinic’s website provides a list of some of the most common symptoms of Parkinson’s.  The first sign can be a tremor that affects one hand and a person may frequently exhibit a back-and-forth rubbing motion of the thumb and forefinger known as a pill-rolling tremor.  Tremors usually occur while the individual is at rest, and can affect the hands, limbs, and posture.

Another common sign of the disease is slowed movement known as bradykinesia. This can worsen over time and eventually affect a person’s ability to walk well or have trouble getting up out of a chair.  In some cases one foot may drag, making walking even more challenging.

Other symptoms of the disease include rigid muscles and stiffness within any part of the body, and impaired posture and balance that may cause a person to become stooped or lead to falls.  The disease can also cause a loss of automatic movements such as blinking, smiling or swinging your arms as you walk.  In addition many people experience changes in their speech such as speaking in a monotone or more softly, more quickly or with a slur.

Finally many people suffering from Parkinson’s have problems writing.  Often their writing becomes smaller and it is more difficult to do because of the tremors.   

This post is intended for informational purposes only.  Please contact your health care provider with any questions or concerns you have regarding your health.

MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Jordan 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 by creating a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve. Please contact us to set up a tour to see firsthand our exceptional community. 

Source:pdf.org/en/parkinson_statistics

mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/parkinsons-disease/basics/symptoms/con-20028488

MorningStar is Hosting a Renowned Dementia Specialist

At MorningStar of Boulder, we strive to provide the finest memory care.  To help us accomplish this, our entire team continues to educate themselves on all facets of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.  By gaining a deeper understanding of the disease, we can create more effective ways to care for our most tender residents. 

We are proud to announce the MorningStar communities are hosting “A Day with Teepa Snow,” the international dementia care specialist, on July 24^th at the Valor Center Performance Hall in Highlands Ranch, CO.  This exclusive event is designed for private caregivers, healthcare professionals and families affected by the disease and will consist of a morning and afternoon session.  Families and private caregivers will pay $10 for one session or $15 for both.  For healthcare professionals, the cost is $45 for one session or $60 for both. Reservations are a must and doors will open ½ hour before each session.    

The morning session is from 9:00AM – 12:00PM and covers the following topics:  “Supportive vs Confrontational Communication” and “How Lifelong Personality Traits Affect Behaviors.”  This session slightly favors family members.  In the afternoon, topics include “How to Be an Advocate and Partner” and "Humor and Caregiving.” The session is from 1:00PM – 4:00PM and slightly favors healthcare professionals. 

If you are unfamiliar with Teepa Snow, she is today’s “Voice for Dementia Care,” and is considered one of the world’s leading advocates and educators for those living with dementia as well as for their families and care partners.  Teepa developed the GEMS® classification model and the Positive Approach® to Care training strategies that are based on her extensive education, experience, medical research and caregiving.

Please visit MorningStar of Boulder’s for more information about our special event or to learn about our unique approach to memory care.  Our beautiful community offers 48 assisted living suites and 46 suites devoted to the individualized care of those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. 

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Boulder represents the best in senior living with a distinct mission statement - “to honor, to value, to invest.”  Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve.  We are dedicated to providing a true home for residents amidst a beautiful, serene setting and invite you to schedule a visit to experience one of the area’s finest senior living communities.        

A Variety of Floor Plans Designed to Please

MorningStar at RidgeGate, located in Lone Tree, CO and near Highland Ranch, is a 5-story contemporary high-rise with three neighborhoods – independent living, assisted living and memory care.  Among our 124 bright suites for independent living, we offer stylish floorplans including spacious studios, and one and two-bedrooms units with a choice of one, one and a half, or two-baths.  The penthouses, our largest units, are as big as 1,836 sq. ft. 

Each independent living suite is designed for your every comfort and comes equipped with: islands (in most units), high-quality stainless steel appliances, a glass-top stove, garbage disposal, dishwasher, refrigerator, and above-stove microwave and/or hood with vent.  Suites also have premium quartz or granite countertops, stained wood cabinets and high-end wood-laminate plank flooring.  Some apartments have a private patio or balcony, and all are equipped with a washer and dryer.   

For assisted living residents, we offer a choice of floorplans including studio, one-bedroom, one bath and two-bedroom, two-bath options.  Each suite comes equipped with a kitchenette with breakfast bar, granite surfaces and a stainless, full fridge & microwave.   All bathrooms are handicap accessible and some units are wheelchair accessible.

To assure the safety of our residents, assisted living and memory care suites are equipped with a 24-hour emergency call system.  All units have a private heating and air conditioning system and cable TV, phone and Internet jacks.  In addition our suites offer an airy and open feeling with lots of windows and high ceilings (from 9’-4” to 11’8″).  Furthermore all of our suites have wall-to-wall carpeting and mini blinds, and yes, we are pet friendly. 

MorningStar at RidgeGate proudly offers area seniors a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community, which is unmatched by other senior living communities.  Please visit our website to learn more about our various suite options and amenities.  

MorningStar at RidgeGate provides 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 create a true home for residents amidst a peaceful setting.  Please contact us to set up a tour of the area’s finest senior living in Lone Tree and convenient to Highlands Ranch.