Gift Ideas for Seniors

 As the holidays quickly approach, many of us wonder what to get mom or dad or other beloved seniors on our gift list.  Moreover, while this has been a tough year for most of us, many seniors have been isolated from their children and grandchildren due to the pandemic, making it especially difficult.  This is why we want our senior loved ones to know they are very much loved and missed.  

If you are buying a gift for a parent in an apartment or assisted living community, remember they most likely do not have lots of space to store things so be circumspect about buying a large gift that will be used only occasionally.  Consider something like a wreath outside their door to cheer up and personalize their space.  Also keep in mind it doesn’t necessarily have to be holiday related but one that can be used all year long.  If they have a window where they could see a bird feeder, check with management to see if you can hang one outside.  You could also give them a book of birds in their area so they can identify their visitors, and be sure to bring bird seed to refill it.    

They may appreciate a warm throw, new sweater or a light jacket as many elderly adults tend to feel chilly.  Cold feet are another common complaint among the elderly so a new pair of gripper slippers or socks with grips on the bottom to prevent falls would surely be appreciated.  Pampering them with a basket full of luxury soaps, shampoos, conditioners, lotions and creams is another idea as many older adults suffer from very dry skin; or if they are crafters, put together a basket of new craft and art supplies. 

Other ideas include giving them a subscription for a large print magazine or a coffee table book that targets their interest.  Moreover, how about a basket of personalized stationery, a selection of greeting cards and stamps to make it easy for them to send well wishes and greetings to friends and family?  If dad or mom is a huge sports fan; consider updating their team merchandise to get them in the spirit.  Check the Internet for other ideas and remember to keep the video calls, emails and photos of the family coming!  

Our mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other retirement communities Boulder offers. 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, MorningStar of Boulder provides outstanding assisted living and memory care.

Learn More About MorningStar’s Community in Centennial, Colorado

 

MorningStar at Jordan is designed to allow our residents to comfortably and safely age in place. By offering luxury amenities, wellness programs and activities, and a broad range of care services, we support the whole person – mind body and spirit. Our holistic approach to successful senior living is accomplished through a balance of Life Enrichment and Wellness Care.

We consider it part of our job to find creative solutions that can extend the stay of our residents even when their health conditions change, and often are able to give them a quality of care at a lower cost to families. For assisted living residents, an individualized care plan is determined (based on five levels of care) after a thorough assessment with our Wellness Director, and in agreement with the resident and their family.

Along with our in-house care services, which include around-the-clock care managers and access to a licensed nurse on-site/on-call 24/7; we also refer families to home health and out-patient therapy services. These are third-party providers we know and trust who bring additional services to our residents in the form of skilled medical professionals, including skilled nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and others.

MorningStar at Jordan has 55 stylish suites for assisted living with a range of floor plans including spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options. If a family member requires memory care, our Reflections Neighborhood offers 29 secure suites devoted to the specialized care of those with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.

For more information about all-inclusive senior living in Centennial, we encourage you to visit our website for contact information as well to inquire about pricing and availability. Currently we are safely accepting new residents, and are confident in our protocols and procedures in fighting the coronavirus. Recently, added to our rigorous protocols, is an emergent weapon in the fight to protect. Ask us about our Electrostatic Disinfecting Technology.

MorningStar at Jordan represents the best in senior living with a unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.” We have built our foundation 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, serene setting. Contact us to learn more about our exceptional assisted living and memory care community.

Stay in Touch with Your Grandchildren

 

Even without a worldwide pandemic going on around us, many of us live a distance away from our grandkids and we may only get the chance to see them once or twice a year.  While long-distance relationships can be tough and make it hard to feel connected, you do not have to resign your to being left out of your grandkids’ lives just because of proximity.  

There are several good ideas to help you stay connected even when you are not there in person such as FaceTime or Skype video calls. For little ones who can get restless pretty quickly, be ready to read a picture book, sing songs or tell silly stories.  Along with calls for birthdays and holidays, be sure to do it often enough so you keep up with their quickly changing developmental milestones.  If they are older, play games together, discuss a shared hobby, exchange jokes and riddles, ask questions, and then really listen.  

Another way to stay connected is to start a family Facebook page.  This is an easy, inexpensive way for any family member to post current pictures and to share day-to-day news as well as significant events.  It also lets other members add comments.  Also, do not forget about snail mail.  Kids love receiving mail and answering you back is a good way to get them to practice the art of letter writing.  

For grandkids who live close by and were used to seeing you several times a week, they may be wondering when they will see you again in person now that you are social distancing.  Experts suggest you talk honestly to your grandchildren about the separation and keep reminding them it is only temporary.   Tell them you have not forgotten them and that you will keep calling and they can keep calling you.  

At MorningStar of Boulder, we have 48 stylish suites for assisted living and 46 secure suites for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory impairments.  We are proud to offer our residents a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community through a wide range of care services, amenities and enrichment programs.  If you are looking for one of the best retirement communities Boulder has to offer, we encourage you to visit our website to learn why our residents are proud to call MorningStar “home.”

MorningStar of Boulder proudly 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 amid a beautiful setting. Please contact us for more information about one of the finest retirement communities Boulder CO offers.

Insurance for Long-Term Care

 

 

As we grow older, we start to think more and more about “what if” this or that happens. Many of us worry about getting a disease or disability that could make it difficult for us to care for ourselves, and many worry about having the financial means to get the long-term care we may eventually need.

Financial advisors say one way to give ourselves peace of mind is to purchase Long-term Care insurance (LTC). While a LTC policy can be expensive, experts say you need to remember that trying to pay for long-term care can jeopardize your financial wellbeing as well as that of your spouse, children and even grandchildren. Many of us have worked our entire lives to provide our families with financial security and would hate the thought of them shouldering the economic and personal responsibilities related to our long-term care.

The AARP says everyone should have a plan for long-term care, and as we are living longer than ever before, at some point we may need help with our day-to-day care. As many LTC insurance policies cover some of the expenses your regular health insurance does not, it is easier to “maintain your lifestyle if age, injury, illness, or a cognitive impairment makes it challenging for you to take care of yourself.” Buying a LTC policy is also a good idea for those who do not have family members or others to care for them in the event of changing circumstances.

If you are looking for outstanding assisted living or memory care in Centennial, Colorado, we encourage you to consider MorningStar at Jordan. While we work hard to make our community affordable, we also help potential residents to find creative ways to help pay for senior living. Long-term care insurance can help pay for senior care and protect personal assets by covering a variety of services in senior living communities. Please visit our website for more information.

MorningStar at Jordan represents the best in senior living with a unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.” We have built our foundation 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, serene setting. Contact us to learn more about our exceptional assisted living and memory care community.

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MorningStar at Jordan’s Goal is to Improve Quality of Life for Residents

 

Rather than diminish a senior’s life, assisted living communities such as MorningStar at Jordan help to improve quality of life for residents in a variety of ways. Along with providing the daily care services residents need to maintain their independence, we provide on-going support to ensure their safety, comfort and continued personal growth. For our residents’ families, they get peace of mind knowing their loved one is being well-cared for.

Another benefit of MorningStar’s assisted living is the healthy dining that allows residents to self-manage a variety of dietary restrictions such as low sodium, sugar free, no sugar added, vegetarian or low fat. Additionally, our medication care management services see to it that residents’ medications are ordered, delivered and dispensed in a meticulous, timely fashion. Services also include housekeeping, laundry, transportation and more.

Moreover, as the CDC reports that each year 3 million older people are treated in emergency departments for fall injuries, residents at MorningStar at Jordan feel comforted knowing that help is just the push of a button away as all suites are equipped with a 24-hour Emergency Call System. In addition, all bathrooms are handicap-accessible and equipped with grab bars.

Along with assisted living, MorningStar at Jordan offers loving memory care for those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Even now, we are safely accepting new residents and adhering to the changing guidelines set by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and regulatory authorities to ensure the health and well-being of both residents and team members. Please visit our website for more information about loving senior living in Centennial, CO.

MorningStar at Jordan represents the best in senior living with a unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.” We have built our foundation 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, serene setting. Contact us to learn more about our exceptional assisted living and memory care community.

Facts About Assisted Living

 

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 assisted living 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 assisted living communities such as MorningStar of Boulder 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 from studios to two-bedrooms, all of our suites are smartly designed to make the most of the space they offer with high ceilings, large windows and both natural and overhead lighting.  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, laundry and linen services.

MorningStar of Boulder offers the kind of senior living area families have come to count on.  We have 48 bright suites for assisted living and another 46 secure suites in our Reflections Neighborhood devoted to those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases.  If you are looking for exceptional assisted living, Boulder, Colorado’s MorningStar community may be your answer.

MorningStar of Boulder proudly 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 amid a beautiful setting. Please contact us for more information about the finest assisted living Boulder, Colorado offers.

MorningStar Offers Experienced, Loving Memory Care in Boulder

 

Are you the adult child or spouse of someone who is suffering from Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia?  At the MorningStar of Boulder assisted living community we understand the anguish and heartache that families go through seeing their beloved mom, dad, or spouse change before their eyes.  Our mission is to provide the best assisted living Boulder, Colorado has to offer, which includes compassionate care to those suffering from memory impairment.

If the diagnosis is recent, you are most likely wrestling with lots of questions including what will the future bring and who will be there to provide the level of care the person will probably need.  We hear you and want you to know our experienced team is here to help with holistic memory care that focuses on nurturing and supporting the essence of the individual regardless of the extent of the memory loss.  

As dementia care experts, we provide specialized, individualized care to each resident and are equipped to care for the person from the onset of the disease to the most advanced stages.  Our Reflections Neighborhood was designed from the ground up to give residents the freedom to safely explore their surroundings.  Secure private suites are available in studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans.  

Every aspect of our memory care is tailored to serve the needs of our most tender residents from a team of exceptional caregivers to meals, wellness programs and services.  Once your loved one decides to join the MorningStar family, we sit down with your family to learn as much as we can about their personal preferences, medical history and background in order to create an individualized care plan.  Every resident receives 24-hour care, daily health monitoring, access to a full-time nurse, and participates in daily activities.  Visit our website for contact information and give us a call, email, or use our Virtual Assistant for immediate help.  

MorningStar of Boulder proudly 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 amid a beautiful setting. Please contact us for more information about the finest memory care and assisted living Boulder, Colorado offers.