Our Beautiful Suites are Designed with Seniors in Mind

MorningStar of Boulder is senior retirement living at its finest.  Starting with a full array of amenities, services and fine dining along with entertaining and enriching activities, we are committed to providing residents with a carefree lifestyle.  Whether you are relaxing in our spacious common areas (inside or out) or in your own private suite, you will be proud to call MorningStar of Boulder home.

You will find our gorgeous selection of assisted living suites are designed to please the most discerning seniors.  Available in a range of configurations including studios and one- and two-bedroom floorplans (some over 700 square feet), each one is ready to move into and just requires your furnishings and personal items to make it feel like home.  Beautifully designed with high ceilings, wall-to-wall carpeting, large windows, mini-blinds, and lots of lighting, our suites also offer safety features such as an emergency call system and handicap-accessible bathrooms. To ensure your apartment’s temperature is set for your personal comfort, your suite will have its own heating and a/c system.

Furthermore, even though we provide delicious, nutritional meals each day, your assisted living suite is equipped with a kitchenette with refrigerator for the times you want to prepare your own snacks or meals.  Housekeeping and laundry and linen services are provided weekly and we do daily spot cleaning and trash removal. Most importantly we have a team of loving caregivers that are the type of individuals who feel privileged to serve and consider seniors to be heroes.

As you can see, MorningStar of Boulder offers residents a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community.  Please visit our website to learn more about our community and to inquiry about availability and pricing.  In addition to assisted living, our Reflections Neighborhood provides compassionate, loving memory care to those with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia.

MorningStar of Boulder offers the very best in senior retirement living with our distinct mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  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 see for yourself our exceptional community.

Stay Active & Connected at MorningStar

MorningStar at Jordan is an exceptional assisted living home is located in historic Centennial in the south-central area of Metro Denver.  Our entire community is designed to fulfill the various needs of residents in terms of care services, fine dining, and stimulating activities and programs.  To ensure residents stay connected and informed, we offer a library with multiple computers and newspapers, a theatre with Wii, and the revolutionary “It’s Never 2 Late” technology. 

iN2L is a state-of-the-art engagement system that combines touchscreen computers with intuitive, picture-based software to provide a fun and easy way for older adults to stay active and connected.  Its library is filled with 3,000 areas of interest and is designed to allow a person to effortlessly use a computer regardless of background and physical or intellectual abilities and limitations.  Topics covered include engaging social and spiritual connections as well as intellectual and physical stimulation, emotional support and vocational interests. 

Another exciting way to interact with iN2L is to create a “My Page, which is your personal collection of favorite games, email addresses, family photos and your most frequently, visited websites.  In this space you can share your history, receive updates and photos from family members, and connect with loved ones through a web cam.  

The iN2L system also has specialized engagement tools for seniors dealing with dementia and other cognitive disorders.  A range of programs and games have been specially designed by the experts with the goal to reduce anxiety, engage to refocus, entertain to redirect, or stimulate reminiscing conversations. 

MorningStar at Jordan offers 55 private assisted living suites as well as 29 secure memory care suites for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.  Our goal is to provide a true home and our team works hard to give our residents a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community.  Please contact us for more information.

MorningStar at Jordan’s mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living options. 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 offer our residents the best assisted living home in the area.

Is it Time to Consider a Memory Care Community?

Caring for a parent or a spouse with Alzheimer’s or another dementia-related disease is a difficult task.  As the disease progresses, families become concerned about their ability to keep the person well cared for and safe.  For some families, trying to hang on and care for a loved one at home may be creating a situation that is not optimal for the individual or the caregiver.

Experts say there are signals that more care is needed such as is the person eating regularly and have they lost or gained an unusual amount of weight lately.  Do you suspect the person is missing medication doses or may be taking too much medication? Have they fallen recently? Have you found the burners on the stove left on?  Other warning signs may include aggressive behaviors, wondering, or forgetting where they are when they are out of the home. Neurologist Douglas Scharre, MD, director of the Center for Cognitive and Memory Disorders at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, explains that “The main reason to move out of a home to assisted living is when there are not enough resources to safely care for the person with dementia at home.”

Another reason for more professional care, and just as important, is caregiver burnout.  Experts explain that you should not feel guilty if caring for your loved one is taking a toll on your own health and wellbeing.  They also suggest the person may be bored at home. Assisted living communities with dedicated memory care have activities geared toward those with dementia, and the person may find comfort in being around those in a similar situation.

If it is time to look at assisted living companies which offer specialized memory care, we suggest MorningStar of Boulder.  Our loving community has 46 secure suites dedicated to those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.  We have a deep understanding of the disease and feel it is our calling, and privilege to provide individualized memory care.  Please visit our website to learn more.

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Boulder, “to honor, to serve, to invest”, sets us apart from other assisted living companies. 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 see for yourself the best assisted living in Boulder Colorado.

Source:  caring.com/articles/move-parent-with-dementia-to-assisted-living

Work in a Supportive Environment that Values Your Service

To ensure our cherished residents get the very best care, the Denver area MorningStar senior living communities have built a team of service professionals who fell connected, empowered and called to serve.  It is a team that wholeheartedly invests in our resident-families as well as in one another.  It is a team encouraged to explore their special talents and to reach their full potential with lots of opportunities for advancement as we promote from within whenever possible.

 

All of our Denver communities are beautifully designed and decorated “homes” that provide area seniors with top-quality independent living, assisted living and memory care.  Our posted assisted living vacancies encompass all aspects of operating our homes and include everything from care managers to concierges, housekeepers, food servers, cooks, medication care managers, and more.  As we are a 24/7 operation, our positions include full and part-time as well as day, weekend, evening and night shifts.  

MorningStar is proud to have a culturally diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.  Moreover whether you are working in one of our director positions or housekeeping jobs, our Denver communities consider you to be an essential part of our team.  As such, you will be provided with the necessary training and mentoring to guarantee your success and will work in a supportive environment that has one goal – to provide outstanding service to our wonderful residents.  We also offer competitive wages and comprehensive benefits to all employees.

Please visit our website to learn more as we offer detailed descriptions of each assisted living job and an online application you can use to apply.  Our website also has lots of information on the MorningStar Company and on each of our Denver communities.  If you have a felt calling to serve, we invite you to become part of our loving MorningStar family.

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 the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, visit MorningStar’s Career page for information on assisted living jobs in Denver.

Exercise Can Increase Lifespan

The World Health Organization (WHO) explains that, “even gentle, regular exercise such as walking or swimming can increase lifespan by around three to five years.”  They say it can also help prevent falls by improving muscle strength and balance as well as reduce the risk of chronic diseases, depression and cognitive decline.

Regular cardiovascular exercise such as walking, cycling or light housework (anything that raises the heart rate) helps to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack.  They increase blood flow to the heart and improve your overall health. In addition, many older adults, especially women, are at risk of developing osteoporosis and fractures.  These conditions benefit from weight-bearing exercises such as walking, jogging, climbing stairs, dancing, or step aerobics. The WHO reports that exercise reduces the risk of a hip fracture by as much as 40%.  If you have osteoporosis, doctors advise against putting any sudden or excessive strain on your bones. Please check with your healthcare provider before starting any exercises as they can give you safe ones to do.   

The WHO also states that exercise is an effective remedy to improve many chronic health conditions including arthritis, heart disease, and diabetes.  They recommend older adults do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity each week.” They add that older adults with “poor mobility should perform physical activity to enhance balance and prevent falls on 3 or more days per week.”

A study from the American Geriatrics Society published in the Science Daily, found that exercise training yields the most significant improvements in “functional balance, daily activity, fear of falling, and depression levels.”  Seniors who participated in regular exercise programs were also found to have more confidence and independence.

As one of the top assisted living companies in the nation, MorningStar’s goal is to create communities that are a true “home” for our residents and meet their social, emotional, physical and spiritual needs.  Our beautiful Boulder community offers assisted living and memory care along with a wide range of resort-style amenities and care services (including daily exercise).  Please see our website for more information.

Before starting any new exercises, please consult with your healthcare provider.

The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Boulder, “to honor, to serve, to invest”, sets us apart from other assisted living companies. 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 see for yourself the best assisted living in Boulder, Colorado.

Sources:
who.int/dietphysicalactivity/factsheet_olderadults/en/
go4life.nia.nih.gov/exercising-with-chronic-conditions-heart-disease-diabetes-arthritis-and-osteoporosis/, sciencedaily.com/releases/2007/07/070705123157.htm

Families Give “Thumbs Up” to MorningStar of Boulder

As MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Boulder is committed to providing the finest care and services, we always encourage feedback from our resident’s families.  We are especially gratified when our dedicated staff members are recognized for their efforts in helping to create a true home for our residents.

One such comment that touched our heart and reminds us why we are here was from a resident’s daughter.  She writes, “My mother truly enjoys her home at MorningStar. Mom says the staff is caring, friendly, and helpful. She enjoys the vast variety of activities. Moreover, mom says the people who live there are kind and engaging. My sister and I are delighted — after all, if mom is happy, we are happy!”

We also feel honored to have a resident’s son write, “The staff at MorningStar Boulder are rock stars. My 91-year-old dad has dementia, but is highly functional physically. They are doing a great job keeping him happy and well entertained.” He goes on to say, “The staff seems genuinely interested in the well-being of their residents. The food seems to be high quality and fresh, and the premises are clean, modern and very home-like.”  

It also reaffirms our dedication to seniors when we hear from a resident’s family member about how MorningStar has made a difference.  She writes, “Our uncle has started to make friends, get stronger and healthier and re-engage in life due to the care and concern of the people at Morningstar. It is a relief to my husband & I to know he is being well cared for and we can be family again instead of care givers.”

Our goal is to be there for each resident as well as for their family members as we proudly provide one of the best senior retirement homes in the area.  As a resident, you will be served daily, nutritional meals prepared by our Executive Chef. In addition, you will find a whole host of amenities including a bistro, chapel/theatre, library (with computer), fireside patio, salon, general store and much more.  Residents also have a wide array of activities to choose from that include fitness classes, entertainment, games and special outings. We invite you to come join the fun!

MorningStar of Boulder represents the finest in senior retirement homes 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 our exceptional assisted living and memory care.

Residents of Senior Living Communities Require Less Hospitalization

A Place for Mom posted the results of a study from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis, which was published in the journal, The Gerontologist.  The study focused on “vulnerable” seniors, who were defined as older adults with moderate or low incomes who lived alone. The purpose of the study was to “understand how the senior living environment can mitigate the effects of multiple chronic conditions on hospitalizations.”

Hospitalization information from participants in the 2002-2012 Health Retirement Study was compared with the results of the question, “Is your home part of a retirement community, senior citizens’ housing or another type of housing that offers services for older adults or someone with a disability?”  Results showed that older adults with multiple chronic conditions in senior living residences were less likely to experience high levels of hospitalization than those who lived alone.  Researchers believe there are positive effects accrued from the various support services available in senior housing environments, which help vulnerable elders to better manage their health conditions. 

At MorningStar at Jordan, our primary job is to provide all the services needed to support and enhance our residents’ physical, mental, spiritual and social wellbeing.  As one of Centennial, Colorado’s top assisted living communities, residents are provided with 24/7 Care Managers, access to licensed nurses, Medication Managers, care plan reviews, scheduled health and wellness evaluations, scheduled physician visits, pharmacy services, transportation to doctor appointments and much more.  In addition, we offer a wide range of wellness programs and activities that are sure to keep you as busy as you like. 

Please visit our website to learn more about our “passion to serve seniors.”  While you are there, use our convenient online links to inquire about availability and pricing or to set up a tour. 

MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Jordan represents the very best in senior living residences 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: aplaceformom.com/blog/better-health-lower-levels-of-hospitalization-in-senior-living/