To quickly find out what MorningStar at Jordan Creek offers, we encourage you to take a look at our website. It provides all kinds of useful information for both potential residents and their families including the floor plans of our stylish suites. As you will discover, our spacious, private suites have been designed with every detail in mind and reflect the beauty and comfort found throughout our community.
Each of our suites, regardless of the configuration, is equipped with lighting, high ceilings, and large windows offering lots of natural light. In addition the units have wall-to-wall carpet, mini blinds, handicap-accessible bathrooms and a kitchenette with fridge. To ensure your optimal comfort, you control your own heat and air conditioning. We also offer weekly housekeeping as well as laundry and linen services and trash removal and spot cleaning that is done daily. As you will see from our website, our assisted living suites include everything from studio; one bedroom, one bath; and two bedrooms, two bath configurations so all of our residents can find a floor plan that works best for them. In fact we have a two-bedroom, two-bath floor plan that is 820 sq. ft. Our memory care suites include a variety of configurations of well-designed studios, one bedroom, one bath, and studios with a shared bath. Furthermore, one of the convenient things about our brand-new community is that to move in, all you need is to bring your personal furnishings and treasures. And in case you were wondering, we are pet friendly. Along with a wide range of wellness programs and activities, MorningStar at Jordan Creek offers enclosed courtyards, strolling paths, sunroom, chapel/theatre, salon, bistro, and much more. We love welcoming our residents to their new home and would love the opportunity to tell you more about our beautiful community. MorningStar at Jordan Creek 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 schedule a tour to discover the newest community in the West Des Moines area.
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The Alzheimer’s Association’s website is loaded with the most up-to the-date information regarding all the various aspects of Alzheimer’s disease. Part of their extensive information includes a check list of 10 early warning signs of the disease. This is important to know as an early diagnosis allows someone an opportunity to seek treatment and to make plans for the future. While everyone’s journey is different, they recommend if you or a loved one is exhibiting signs of memory loss, to consult with a doctor.
The first sign of Alzheimer’s as stated by the Association is memory loss that disrupts a person’s daily life. This is the most common sign of Alzheimer’s, especially in the early stages. Examples include forgetting important dates or events as well as recently learned information. The second sign is experiencing difficulties in developing a plan or working with numbers. It may affect everyday tasks such as balancing a checkbook or keeping track of monthly bills. Next they cite new problems that develop in completing familiar tasks around the home, at work or leisure. The person experiences difficulties when driving to a familiar location, managing a budget or remembering the rules of a favorite game. Fourth on the Alzheimer’s Association’s list is signs of confusion regarding time and place. Examples include losing track of dates and what time of the year it is as well as forgetting where they are or how they got there. Another sign of Alzheimer’s is problems understanding visual images and spatial relationships. This can mean difficulty reading, judging distances and determining color or contrast. Further along in the disease, a person may not recognize their own reflection. The sixth sign on their list includes experiencing new problems with words when speaking or writing. Another sign is misplacing things and not having the ability to retrace their steps. People suffering from Alzheimer’s disease may put things in unusual places. The eighth sign includes decreased or poor judgment such as giving away large amounts of money to fraudulent causes or paying less attention to grooming habits. The ninth sign stated by the Association is withdrawing from work or social activities. Last on the list is a significant change in mood and personality. People with the disease can become confused, suspicious, depressed, fearful or anxious. Please see the Alzheimer’s Association’s website for the complete details on the early warning signs of the disease. This post is intended for informational purposes only; please consult your health care provider regarding any medical concerns. The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Mountain Shadows, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities. 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 finest assisted living in beautiful Colorado Springs. Source:alz.org/alzheimers_disease_10_signs_of_alzheimers.asp?type=alzFooter#signs While MorningStar at Jordan Creek was specifically designed to accommodate the needs of its residents, the heart of our community is our caring staff. Right from the leadership down, our team is comprised of people who feel honored to be able to serve seniors and to help make their lives more comfortable and enjoyable.
As MorningStar at Jordan Creek’s Executive Director, Quinn Adair puts it, “It is incredibly rewarding to serve seniors who have been such phenomenal contributors to our society in so many different ways.” Quinn finds great fulfillment in a career that allows him to positively impact another person’s life each day and is grateful to be able to build relationships with individuals who have so much to give and share. Before coming to Jordan Creek, Quinn was the Administrator at the Perry Lutheran Home in Perry, Iowa. He received his Long-Term Care Administration, Health/Care Administration/Management Certification from Des Moines Area Community College. The Jordan Creek commuity is also pleased to have the steady and loving leadership of our Director of Community Relations, Linda Darling. Growing up in Iowa, Linda learned early on about generaltional wisdom and laughter from her grandparents, and as a part of a farming family, she learned about serving others. She describes how her dad frequently helped other farmers in the area especially during harvest time. In addition Linda is inspired by stories of patriotism from her WWII vet friends. With the MorningStar at Jordan Creek’s opening day just a few weeks away, our caring team has been hired and trained and is just waiting to welcome our first residents to their new home. Please contact us to learn more about best assisted living and memory care in the area. MorningStar at Jordan Creek 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 schedule a tour to discover the newest community in the West Des Moines area. At MorningStar at Mountain Shadows, we understand that our senior community’s success lies with our caregivers. This is why one of our founding principles is to invest generously in our team members, including providing the necessary development and training required to create leaders with the ability to provide the best life possible for our residents.
We are proud of the fact that our care team is comprised of people who champion our mission and have a sense of calling to serve seniors. They are a group of unique individuals who do the right thing when no one is watching and work diligently to perfect the art of anticipating the needs of our residents. In addition they not only believe that Senior Living, at its best, is love in action but do it every day. As a part of our commitment to bringing together an exceptional staff, we offer generous compensation and benefit packages to each employee in an effort to recognize caregiving as a respected career choice. We have found that our vetting of employees has paid off as we have a staff that works hard to ensure MorningStar at Mountain Shadows’ residents feel loved and cared for in every way possible. Furthermore, all of our in-coming staff receives Radiance training, which is reiterated every day at our Team Stand-up. The Radiance program celebrates an attitude of selflessness that comes from a deep and sincere place, like a beam of light and reflects the way we deliver customer service at MorningStar - with warmth, sincerity and depth. The program provides a tangible and purposeful way to advance our mission of honoring, valuing and investing in others and allows us to take our professionalism to the next level. We encourage you to schedule a tour of our gorgeous community to experience firsthand all we offer. The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Mountain Shadows, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities. 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 finest assisted living in beautiful Colorado Springs. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) states that living with diabetes can be difficult but with the right care and treatment, it can be effectively managed. We know the risk of getting type 2 diabetes increases as we age, and current statistics show more than 25% of seniors in the United States age 60 and over have the disease. Also as we age, the risk of complications increases.
Along with your health care provider, organizations such as the ADA and the National Institute of Health offer tips and information for coping with the disease and ways to avoid or delay complications. Also even if you do not have the disease, it is still a good idea to education yourself to try and prevent the onset. The ADA recommends the following suggestions for living as healthy as possible with type 2 diabetes. Their first recommendation is to keep your blood glucose levels under control. Know your target range and check your levels daily or as recommended by your doctor. In addition make the appropriate changes to your diet to not only lower your blood glucose, but to lower your risk for heart disease. Another important part of living with diabetes is to work to keep your blood pressure and cholesterol levels in the normal ranges. Many of the same lifestyle changes we do to control blood glucose can help control blood pressure. The ADA advises that “people with diabetes keep their blood pressure below 140/80, but check with your health care professional about what target is best for you.” Along with medications, you can lower your cholesterol by eating a healthy diet, losing weight and exercising. You can also manage your diabetes better if you stop smoking. We recognize that smoking is bad for everyone but it is far worse for those with diabetes. Finally if you increase your physical activity, you will gain more strength and energy and be better able to manage your blood glucose as well as help to lower your blood pressure. This post is intended for informational purposes only; please consult your health care provider regarding any medical concerns. The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Mountain Shadows, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities. 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 finest assisted living in beautiful Colorado Springs. Sources:diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/treatment-and-care/seniors/?referrer=https://www.google.com/ diabetesstopshere.org/2013/09/06/seniors-with-diabetes-take-control-of-your-health/ The Alzheimer’s Association states that the number of adults suffering from Alzheimer’s disease is increasing and there is now an estimated 5.3 million Americans with the disease. They add that every 66 seconds someone comes down with the disease. Among that number includes approximately 200,000 people who are under the age of 65 who have younger-onset Alzheimer's. Experts also predicts that as we continue to live longer, the number of those afflicted with Alzheimer’s will grow to 7.1 million adults by 2025. Right now it is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, and currently, cannot be prevented or cured.
These sobering statistics mean that more families are finding themselves in the situation of having a family member with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. For those who are family caregivers, the Alzheimer's Association found it can take an overwhelming toll on them both physically and emotionally. Their studies show that close to 60 percent of Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers “rate their stress level as high or very high.” Approximately 40 percent of family caregivers suffer from depression and required healthcare services related to the emotional and physical toll of their caregiving. Experts recommend that if you are family caregiver that you reach out for help from a variety of sources including relatives, friends, and local community organizations. Caregiver support groups can also be helpful as you can connect with other who are dealing with the same problems. Respite care and day care centers can also give you some relief from the responsibility and difficulties of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s. Another solution is to contact MorningStar at Jordan Creek and learn about our experienced and compassionate memory care. Along with 56 bright suites for assisted living, we also have 29 secure suites devoted to the individualized care of those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Please see our website for more information about the loving approach we take to memory care. MorningStar at Jordan Creek 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 schedule a tour to discover the newest community in the West Des Moines area. Sources: alz.org/facts/overview.asp#prevalence familydoctor.org/caring-for-a-relative-who-has-dementia/ Searching for an assisted living community for yourself or a parent can feel like an overwhelming task. We know you want to make the best choice and there are a couple of things you may want to consider before you take such an important step.
First, you will want to research the various options in your preferred area. The Internet is an efficient and easy way to discover what is out there, and you will find several websites that offer a search directory of facilities. Also you can check with your health care provider for any recommendations they may have. Once you have narrowed down your list to several communities in your target location, give them a call to set up a tour. While on the phone, have a list of questions handy such as are there immediate openings available, and if not, how long is the wait, the price range and what will you see on the tour as well as how much time it will take. A community tour is your best opportunity to get a real feel for the place. You want your future home to have a caring and warm staff and residents that are friendly. If you are looking for assisted living for a family member that is not very mobile, you can tour a few and narrow down the selections so they only tour the top choices. The Caring.com website has a checklist available for researching and touring a community that you may find helpful. At MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Mountain Shadows, the thing we brag the most about is our atmosphere of love and community that is built on one relationship at a time. We are conveniently located at the foot of the majestic Rockies in beautiful Colorado Springs, and offer a choice of 45 private assisted living suites with spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. Our Reflection Neighborhood has 19 suites devoted to the individualized, specialized care of residents with memory impairment. Please call us for more details. The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Mountain Shadows, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities. 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 finest assisted living in beautiful Colorado Springs. Source: caring.com/articles/assisted-living-facilities-choosing-the-right-one A recent study from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) found that loneliness in aging adults can impact their health and wellbeing and be responsible for accelerating seniors’ decline and death. They cite that “people 60-years-old and older who reported feeling lonely saw a 45 percent increase in their risk for death. Isolated elders also had a 59 percent greater risk of mental and physical decline than their more social counterparts.”
The U.S. Census Bureau reports that 28 percent of people 65 years and older (11 million at the time of the census) lived alone. In addition to living alone, there are several reasons seniors feel lonesome including losing a spouse. Furthermore, the AARP reports that more and more seniors do not have children, which means fewer family members available to provide companionship and care. As many elderly people stop driving, they may not have a convenient way to get around and this can contribute to more feelings of isolation. Researchers also discovered that isolated seniors often behave in ways that make others less likely to want to spend time with them. Not only do the seniors resist the efforts of those who want to reach out but actually push them away. If you have an elderly parent or know someone who is living alone, there are some easy things you can do to make them feel cared about. One way is to really engage them in conversation and ask questions and listen to their stories about the past. Another thing you can do is to help them find a hobby they will enjoy or rekindle an interest in something they used to do. If you live a distance from an elderly parent, call frequently and send greeting cards or small gifts that let them know you are thinking of them. Senior living communities such as MorningStar at Jordan Creek, provide assisted living and memory care for older adults as well as an ideal place to socialize and form bonds with both residents and staff. We offer seniors a lifestyle that provides all the comforts of a real home. Please visit our website to learn more. MorningStar at Jordan Creek 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 schedule a tour to discover the newest community in the West Des Moines area. Source: agingcare.com/Articles/loneliness-in-the-elderly-151549.htm According to a study conducted by researchers from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), “18 percent of seniors live alone, while 43 percent report feeling lonely on a regular basis.” They also found that people 60 years or older who reported being lonely had a 45% increase in a risk of death. Furthermore, seniors who felt isolated had almost a 60% increase in the risk of mental and physical decline than those seniors who had more social contact.
There are many reasons that seniors attribute to their feelings of loneliness: retirement, death of a spouse and other family members, and a lack of mobility. Another factor leading to isolation for some seniors is that more people are choosing to not have children, which reduces the number of family members with a stake in their well-being. A 2009 report taken from data gathered by the National Social Life, Health, and Aging Project found that “seniors who feel lonely and isolated are more likely to report also having poor physical and/or mental health.” As such, loneliness is also linked to a faster cognitive decline as well as a greater risk for depression. Assisted living communities such as MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Mountain Shadows offer seniors not only the security and comfort to age in place but also companionship along with a wide assortment of creative, thoughtful activities. A quick look at our monthly calendar shows a steady stream of activities such as exercise classes, cards, word and puzzle games, movie nights, church services, baking groups, bingo, restaurant-style dining and much more. Contact us to learn more about our beautiful home-like atmosphere and the comfort, wellness and community we offer to our residents. The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Mountain Shadows, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities. 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 finest assisted living in beautiful Colorado Springs. Sources: aplaceformom.com/blog/10-17-14-facts-about-senior-isolation/ agingcare.com/Articles/loneliness-in-the-elderly-151549.htm |
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