Getting a good night’s sleep is important no matter what your age is as it impacts both our physical and mental health. HelpGuide.org explains that not getting enough sleep can contribute to negative health conditions and put you at risk for heart disease, heart attack, heart failure, high blood pressure, stroke and diabetes.
Research has found that insufficient sleep can cause the release of insulin that leads to an increase of fat storage and a higher risk of type 2 diabetes. It may also make people more susceptible to depression, fatigue, and premature aging of the skin. Other problems can include an impaired attention span as well as difficulty in problem solving, reasoning and concentration. In addition, experts suggest chronic fatigue may contribute to weight problems and even breast cancer in women. However when we routinely get good sleep, it can improve concentration and memory formation. HelpGuide reports that restful sleep gives the body time to repair any cell damage that may have occurred during the day and to refresh our immune systems, which may help prevent disease. So how much sleep do we need? Studies find healthy adults should get around 7.5 to 9 hours of sleep each night; however, it is less about the actual hours and more about whether you feel rested. Tips to improve your sleep habits include limiting caffeine late in the day and avoiding alcohol before bedtime. If you are hungry, eat a light snack that avoids sugary foods and those high in refined carbs. Also avoid drinking liquids about an hour and half before bed. At the beautiful MorningStar of Littleton senior living community, our 65 assisted living suites offer residents comfort, safety and wellbeing. We also have another 20 secure suites devoted to the individualized care of residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Please visit our website to learn more about luxury senior living in Littleton. At MorningStar of Littleton, we represent the very best in senior living with a unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.” We have built a foundation on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve to create a true “home” for our residents. Please schedule a visit to our exceptional assisted living and memory care community. Source: helpguide.org/articles/sleep/how-to-sleep-well-as-you-age.htm
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If you or a loved one has started to slow down a bit and needs a little help with day-to-day activities or could benefit from more companionship and socialization, assisted living may be the answer. Sometimes older adults resist the idea of assisted living as they think they will lose their independence and freedom but this could not be further from the truth. Making the move to an assisted living community like MorningStar at Mountain Shadows actually improves the quality of life for many seniors.
If you are picturing dark and dreary assisted living facilities like your grandparent’s nursing home years ago, you need to update yourself to today’s modern senior housing available in Colorado Springs. We suggest visiting MorningStar at Mountain Shadows’ website and follow the link to our Gallery where you will find stunning interior and exterior photos. Also follow our links to a list of amenities and floor plans. While at our website, we suggest you take a look at our monthly calendar of wellness activities and special events to get an idea of the daily goings-on. For example, on a Wednesday in October, assisted living residents could attend Bible study, enjoy lunch out a favorite local restaurant, join a sing-a-long, play table games, socialize at cocktail hour, and all before dinner! Activities are optional but participating can sure be fun and most likely you will be missed if you do not join in. MorningStar at Mountain Shadows offers 45 assisted living suites with spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. In addition, we have 19 secure suites devoted to the care of seniors with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related diseases. Visit our website to learn more about our exceptional community. MorningStar at Mountain Shadows epitomizes the very best in senior living with a unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.” Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve as we create a true home for residents at the foot of the majestic Rockies. We invite you to schedule a visit to discover why we are a step above ordinary assisted living facilities in Colorado Springs. At MorningStar at Jordan Creek, our mission is to provide the best assisted living Des Moines-West Des Moines offers, which includes compassionate and loving memory care to those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Our Reflections Neighborhood has 29 secure suites that provides residents with an atmosphere of safety and well-being and supports the senior’s right to remain as independent as possible.
In the Reflections Neighborhoods we are set up to care for those from the early onset of the disease right through to the most advanced stages. Our team has been specially trained in our unique, holistic approach to memory care that begins by treating each resident with the utmost respect and compassion. Each day finds our memory care residents participating in a variety of purposeful and recreational activities, including special events and scheduled outings. We bring a deep understanding of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia to our care and recognize that the essence of the person still exists – our job is to find ways to connect with that essence regardless of the level of memory loss. Before a person moves in, we meet with them and their family to learn everything we can about the person’s history including their vocation, talents and interests. This information helps us to develop a trust with the person and create an individualized care plan. Our team uses a variety of techniques to calm and awaken memories, support capabilities and affirm the person’s dignity and value including aromatherapy, music and art. Along with memory care, MorningStar at Jorden Creek has 56 assisted living suites for those who require various levels of support with the activities of daily living. Please visit our website to learn more. The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Jordan Creek, “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 Des Moines and the surrounding area has to offer. Once you visit our website and have the chance to take a look at our Gallery photos, you will see that MorningStar of Wheat Ridge is one of the best-looking assisted living and memory care communities in the area. We are located in a northern suburb of Metro Denver, and are proud to be part of Kipling Ridge, a mixed-use redevelopment project in the heart of Wheat Ridge.
As our pictures show from the moment you walk through the door, you will feel like you have walked into a gracious home. From beautifully-appointed common areas that provide a comfortable, relaxing place to sit and enjoy a visit with friends, bistro, private dining room, life enrichment room a full salon offering hairstyling, manicures and pedicures and much more. Other Gallery photos features onsite amenities such as our theatre, library, and fitness room. You will also notice that throughout our community everything is designed for residents’ comfort as well as to accommodate their every need. However, while our architecture and decor are striking, the thing we are most proud of is our staff. Each of our caregivers feels privileged to serve seniors and routinely go the extra mile. MorningStar of Wheat Ridge offers 45 private assisted living suites with a choice of spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. Our Reflections Neighborhood has 19 secure suites devoted to the personalized care of those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases. We encourage you visit our website and use our online form to schedule a tour of our very special community. We look forward to meeting you. MorningStar of Wheat Ridge represents the best in senior living with a unique mission statement “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. Call to schedule a tour of our exceptional assisted living and memory care community. As one of the area’s top senior living communities, we feel it is our calling, and our privilege, to provide loving, compassionate memory care to those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. With 19 memory care suites, we are equipped to care for your loved one from the onset of the disease to the most advanced stages. Also, our Reflections Neighborhood is a secure environment, designed to allow residents the independence to move freely and safely about in their expansive surroundings.
In fact, 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 community, 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 and scheduled outings and events. As dementia care specialists, our approach and philosophy to memory care is encompassed under the expanse of possibilities we call “Lavender Sky.” Our program is another reflection of our Radiance culture and provides us with an insightful and intentional way to support the memory-impaired and their families. All team members, regardless of their position, receive Lavender Sky training, which includes a deeper understanding of the disease and communication techniques to use with memory-impaired residents. It also includes training in environmental safety and security and holistic solutions to challenging behaviors. Along with memory care, MorningStar at Mountain Shadows offers exceptional assisted living. Please visit our website to learn more about the best memory care Colorado Springs offers as well as the many resort-style amenities and services we provide to all 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 and memory care Colorado Springs has to offer. Committed to provide the best senior living Des Moines-West Des Moines has to offer, MorningStar at Jordan Creek proudly takes dining to a new level with beautifully prepared meals served restaurant-style. We recognize that good nutrition is especially important to the wellbeing of seniors, which is why we put so much emphasis on ensuring our food service is A+.
Furthermore, we believe food is a healing medicine unlike any other and is one of the great joys of living, especially when enjoyed within a community setting. When we break bread together, it is much more than just physical nutrients as it helps to bond us as a family and as friends. To ensure our food service is both delicious and nutritious, we have our own highly-trained professional chef who is in charge of all meal prep. Residents enjoy seasonal menus that are prepared largely from scratch and feature the freshest of ingredients of which come from high-quality producers and/or are locally sourced. Meals are also modified to include an array of low sodium, sugar free, no sugar added, vegetarian and low fat choices so that residents can self-manage any dietary restrictions. Recognizing that nutrient-rich foods can help stimulate the appetite as well as support brain health, MorningStar meals are also prepared using ingredients with high concentrations of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. These “super foods” include leafy, dark greens; dark chocolate; acai; berries, and Omega 3 fats. Most importantly mealtime at Jordan Creek is a time for residents to relax and enjoy the company of fellow residents or family and friends. Located in West Des Moines IA, MorningStar at Jorden Creek residents enjoy a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community within a loving, family atmosphere. Please visit our website to learn more about the area’s best assisted living and memory care community, and while you are there, set up a tour to see for yourself why residents are proud to call us home. The unique mission statement of MorningStar at Jordan Creek, “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 senior living Des Moines-West Des Moines area offers. |
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