More and more research suggests it is just as important for seniors to stay mentally fit as it is to stay physically fit, and may actually help to keep older adults’ brains healthier. Seniors who engage in meaningful activities also report they feel healthier and happier.
The National Institute on Aging says these types of activities may protect the brain by establishing a cognitive reserve. They explain “they may help the brain become more adaptable in some mental functions, so it can compensate for age–related brain changes and health conditions that affect the brain.” One study called the Advanced Cognitive Training for Independent and Vital Elderly (ACTIVE) Trial, had good results in improving seniors’ mental skills in the areas they were trained in. The study involved healthy adults age 65 years or older who participated in 10 sessions of memory training, reasoning training, or processing–speed training. The most surprising result of the study is that ten years later most of the participants’ improvements were still noticeable. Brain activities can include reading a book, making a puzzle, doing crosswords or playing trivia and other types of challenging games. Research also suggests that memory improvement is not only accomplished by targeted brain games or memory drills, but can come from undertaking a new skill or hobby. Learning to play an instrument or a foreign language are also great, brain healthy activities. MorningStar of Happy Valley has been designed from the ground up to be a true home for area seniors, and when we open late this year, we will provide an array of resort-style amenities and care services. In addition we will offer meaningful enrichment programs and activities designed to engage residents’ intellectual, physical, spiritual, emotional and social connections. Each day, MorningStar’s Life Enrichment team will present creative ways to stay active and productive for man’s good and God’s glory. In addition to our 61 beautiful, private assisted living suites, we will offer 27 secure suites devoted to the individualized, specialized care of those with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia. We are located on the south side of SE Sunnyside Rd., between SE 142nd Ave. and SE 145th Ave, and have an onsite Information Center where we look forward to meeting interested seniors and their families. MorningStar of Happy Valley represents the finest in senior living 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. As what promises to be one of the best senior living communities in the area, we invite you to visit our website to learn more. Source: nia.nih.gov/health/cognitive-health-and-older-adults
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After making the move into assisted living, many residents are surprised at how full their lives become. And despite their fears about losing their independence by moving into assisted living facilities, most are pleased to discover that by getting the assistance they need, they are more ready than ever to lead productive lives.
Along with supplying built-in companionship, assisted living facilities such as MorningStar of Rio Rancho strive to enrich the lives of our residents with a range of activities that engage the mind, body, and spirit. In addition it solves the problem of many elderly adults who live alone that find meal prep to be difficult and often resort to frozen meals or fast food. When living at our gorgeous community, you can sit back and enjoy the company of your friends and neighbors while you are served beautifully prepared meals restaurant-style. Moreover if you are a senior who no longer drives, we take care of that also with scheduled transportation to area shopping malls as well as trips to the doctors and to run errands. Our holistic approach to assisted living creates an atmosphere filled with love, care and compassionate. We also recognize that it is important for our residents to continue learning and contributing, which is why we offer such a wide range of meaningful wellness programs, activities and entertainment. And if we do not have a program or activities that peaks your interest or offer a hobby you would love to explore, we invite you to start a club. Our assisted living and memory care Rio Rancho, NM community is set to open any day now. We are conveniently located within a residential setting and just blocks away from the Presbyterian Rust Medical Center, stores, restaurants, and banks. Contact us via email, give us a call, or visit our onsite Information Center. At MorningStar of Rio Rancho, we are proud to offer the best senior living with our distinct mission statement - “to honor, to value, 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 in a beautiful setting. Our community will open in the spring of 2019. In the meantime, visit our Information Center to talk to our team about unparalleled senior housing in Rio Rancho NM. MorningStar of Happy Valley offers the area compassionate assisted living and memory care within our beautifully designed community. We provide a wide range of care services including 24/7 Care Managers, Certified Medication Managers, Licensed Nurses, routine health monitoring, and much more. In addition residents will have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of enrichment programs and activities as well as be treated to delicious meals prepared largely from scratch and served restaurant-style.
We know that seniors and their families have lots of questions about assisted living and what all it offers, which is why our website is loaded with useful information and resources. After you peruse the MorningStar of Happy Valley site, which is filled with details regarding floor plans, community amenities, and gallery pictures, we suggest you next take a look at the “Family Resources” link. Under FAQs, you will find answers for many of your initial questions. It starts right off with letting you know what sets MorningStar apart from other senior living communities. Here we explain that MorningStar is a family of senior living homes where residents are seen as heroes, and all of our efforts go into assuring they are treated as such. We feel it is our calling and privilege to serve seniors, and while rooted in Judeo-Christian values, we welcome residents and team members of all faiths and world views. You will also find answers to questions regarding age requirements (you must be at least 62 years old) and a definition of what “assisted living” entails. We also answers questions regarding Companion Living, Short-term Stays, transportation services, dining services, our pet policy, and more. Once you finish with the FAQs, browse through our other options for everything from a helpful Decision Guide, to Life Enrichment, Care Services, Affordability, and other pertinent topics that are sure to be of interest. Of course we are also ready to answer any questions, and encourage you to visit our website for contact information or directions to our onsite Information Center. We are scheduled to open late this year and will offer 61 suites for assisted living and 27 suites dedicated to the care of those with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. MorningStar of Happy Valley represents the finest in senior living 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. Opening at the end of the year, we are proud to bring to the area one of the most exceptional senior living communities. While coronary heart disease (CHD) is the leading cause of death for women, research suggests it is often overlooked and misdiagnosed in women. Medical News Today explains that CHD occurs when the arteries delivering oxygenated blood into the heart, which pumps it out to other organs, are unable to ‘service’ the heart effectively.” Doctors also report women are more at risk for developing non-obstructive CHD, which is a condition that causes the arteries going into the heart to be abnormally squeezed by surrounding tissue.
One reason women are often under diagnosed with CHD is the symptoms are so varied in individuals as well as between men and women. Non-obstructive CHD can also be symptom-less and go undetected for years. Moreover the symptoms women do experience are more atypical and can include things like “back pain, burning in the chest, abdominal discomfort, nausea, or fatigue — which makes the diagnosis more difficult,” says one researcher. Another problem is many women wait to get medical attention, and in some cases, not until the disease has progressed, thus delaying the start of treatment. Researchers also recognize that most of the CHD studies done in the past have concentrated on men and have under represented women. Hopefully with this understanding, more women will be included in future research. At MorningStar of Happy Valley, we will provide a lifestyle that focuses on wellness, comfort and community. Our care services include 24/7 Care Managers, Certified Med Care Managers, scheduled Health & Wellness Evaluations, CPR-trained team members on every shift, Licensed Nurse onsite 5-7 days/week and on call 24/7, and much more. We also provide a full range of auxiliary care services to deal with other health concerns on an as needed basis. Please visit our visit to learn more about the Greater Portland area’s newest assisted living and memory care community. MorningStar of Happy Valley represents the finest in senior living 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 one of the top senior living communities in Happy Valley. Source: medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324659.php MorningStar of Rio Rancho is slated to become one of the premier assisted living facilities in the area. We are MorningStar Senior Living’s third assisted living and memory care community in New Mexico, which includes MorningStar of Albuquerque and our newly opened MorningStar of Santa Fe.
As a resident, you will be treated to a whole host of resort-style amenities and care services including a 5 star dining experience. All residents are treated to three daily meals prepared under the supervision of our Executive Chef and served restaurant-style in our charming dining room. We understand that food is a healing medicine unlike any other and is one of the great joys of living. We also know food always taste better and is enjoyed more when shared in community and breaking bread together helps to bonds us a family and as friends. Our meals are prepared largely from scratch using the freshest ingredients from the highest quality local producers. MorningStar’s Chef looks forward to feedback from residents and is open to suggestions. At each meal, residents will have choices to self-manage their dietary restrictions such as low sodium, sugar free, no sugar added, vegetarian and low fat dishes. We also believe in BrainWise foods and use ingredients known to support brain health with their high concentrations of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Thus as the MorningStar’s culinary team strives to create meals that delight the eye and palate, they also leverage the phenomenal benefits of superfoods such as Omega 3 fats, acai berries, dark chocolate and dark greens. Our community will offer 51 private assisted living suites as well as 26 secure suites devoted to caring for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. While residents’ apartments are their own private nest, our community also has lots of common areas both inside and out that are designed to encourage residents to sit and relax with friends. To learn more about pricing and availability, please email or give us a call. At MorningStar of Rio Rancho, we are proud to offer the best senior living with our distinct mission statement - “to honor, to value, 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 in a beautiful setting. Soon to open, we invite you to contact us to learn more about unsurpassed senior housing in Rio Rancho, NM. A recent study has revealed a link between a declining sense of smell and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers found that neurodegeneration associated with Alzheimer’s has a notable effect on the brain circuits that process our sense of smell.
The 2016 study was conducted by the Massachusetts General Hospital and involved a group of 183 participants of which 70 were cognitively normal and 74 tested normal on cognitive tests but were concerned about their cognitive abilities. Another 29 had MCI and 10 had been diagnosed with possible Alzheimer’s. Those who performed more poorly on the olfactory tests were found more likely to have the variant of the APOE gene, related to an increased risk of Alzheimer’s. One of the study’s authors, Mark Albers, MD, PhD, assistant professor of neurology at Mass General Institute for Neurodegenerative Disease, states, “There is increasing evidence that the neurodegeneration behind Alzheimer’s disease starts at least 10 years before the onset of memory symptoms.” Furthermore he stresses the benefit of an early diagnosis as the individuals can begin appropriate therapeutic treatments. Dr. Albers continues, “If these results hold up, this sort of inexpensive, noninvasive screening could help us identify the best candidates for novel therapies.” In addition identifying the disease early may also be instrumental in helping to develop effective treatments that will delay and slow the progress of the disease. MorningStar at Englefield Green is a specialized dementia care community that provides the Boise, Idaho area with compassionate, individualized memory care for those with mild to advanced stages of Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases. Our 50 suites include studio and one-and two bedrooms floor plans and all of the amenities and services required to provide the best care. To get a first-hand look at our loving home, we suggest you schedule a tour. If your loved one is suffering from Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, we are here to help. MorningStar at Englefield Green embodies the very best in senior living with a distinct mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest” that sets us apart from other senior living communities. With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing seniors and investing in a staff with a felt calling to serve, we offer loving, compassionate care within a beautiful home-like setting. Please set up a tour to see for yourself one of the area’s most compassionate Alzheimer’s care homes. Source: universityhealthnews.com/daily/memory/losing-sense-of-smell-is-early-sign-dementia/ MorningStar of Rio Rancho is getting ready to open its doors to our residents. As the area’s newest assisted living and memory care community, we will fill a well-needed niche for senior housing in Rio Rancho, NM; a fast growing suburb of Albuquerque. Our community has 51 private assisted living suites, and another 26 secure suites devoted to the care of those with Alzheimer’s and dementia-related diseases.
If you or a loved one is considering a move to assisted living and are wondering how your costs are determined, we can provide you with a general guideline. Assisted living offers seniors 62 years and older compassionate assistance with the Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) in a residential setting and each resident’s care is personalized to address their needs. Even before you even move in, MorningStar’s Wellness Director will sit down with you and your family and do a thorough assessment in order to create an individualized care plan. Once you have moved in, your trained Care Managers will see to it your needs are met, and as we do routine Care Plan reviews, any changes to your health will be addressed. You monthly fee is based on a couple of things including your choice of apartment (we offer spacious studios and one-and two bedrooms suites) and its location within the building and views. In addition we offer five levels of care for assisted living, and your level will be determined by your care plan. MorningStar also offer a range of auxiliary services, both medical and non-medical, which are priced a la carte. Seniors who do not currently required assistance with ADLs but love the idea of living in a compassionate community with predictable budgeting, built-in socializing, lots of activities, and tasty meals are also welcome. MorningStar of Rio Rancho is designed to meet residents’ every need and offers a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community. Please visit our website for more information. At MorningStar of Rio Rancho, we are proud to offer the best senior living with our distinct mission statement - “to honor, to value, 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 in a beautiful setting. Opening over the next few months, we invite you to visit our Information Center to learn more about one of the area’s top assisted living facilities. When MorningStar of Happy Valley opens late this year, our dedicated team will proudly serve our residents as well as the overall Greater Portland community. We consider serving seniors our calling, and as we have seen firsthand the traumatizing effects of Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia, we join our parent company, MorningStar Senior Living in their efforts to end Alzheimer’s. Other charitable activities will also involve senior-focused, not-for-profit organizations.
Throughout the year, our community will participate in events that help to raise funds as well as awareness for Alzheimer’s disease, and it is our honor to partner with the Alzheimer’s Association as MorningStar does in every market we serve. Some of these activities will include getting a team together to participate in the “Walk to End Alzheimer’s” event, which takes every August. Participants will include staff members, residents, and family members and friends who will join the fun as walkers, runners, exhibitors, and sponsors. The 5K walk is the world's largest event and raises funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. Each year our collective MorningStar communities have helped raise a lot of money toward a cure. MorningStar of Happy Valley will also participant in the uplifting “The Longest Day” celebration, which takes place each year in June on Summer Solstice. It too is an effort to raise funds and awareness of Alzheimer’s along with a way to honor those suffering from the disease. The day-long event is sure to be filled with fun and entertainment as we share a message of hope and compassion. MorningStar of Happy Valley brings a holistic approach to caring for those with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia from the onset of the disease right through to the most advanced stages. Our beautiful assisted living community is located between SE 142nd Ave. and SE 145th Ave. on Sunnyside Rd., and is scheduled to open in late 2019. Along with 61 private assisted living suites, we will provide another 27 secure memory care suites. MorningStar of Happy Valley represents the finest in senior living 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 one of the area’s most loving senior living communities in Happy Valley. Mental Health Awareness Month (also referred to as "Mental Health Month") was first observed in the United States in May 1949 and raises awareness of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. In mid-March the organization releases a toolkit of materials that serves as a guide to prepare for the year’s various outreach activities. This May will mark the organization’s 70th year celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month.
Last year’s theme was Fitness #4Mind4Body and focused on helping individuals determine what they could do to increase their fitness for the future regardless of where they were on their own personal journey to health and wellness. The 2019 theme continues along those lines and takes it to the next level. It explores the “topics of animal companionship (including pets and support animals), spirituality, humor, work-life balance, and recreation and social connections as ways to boost mental health and general wellness.” The National Mental Health Association says that each year more than one in five Americans experience a mental illness or substance abuse disorder. Thus their goal is to make people aware of the signs and symptoms of these problems so they can help affected family members or friends get the care and treatment they need. The University of Michigan suggests several things we can do to protect our mental health. The first is to value ourselves. They say be kind to yourself and avoid self-criticism. Each day make time for hobbies or enjoyable projects and try to broaden your horizons. Then care for your body, which includes avoiding cigarettes, drinking plenty of water, eating nutritional food, and exercising. Also get plenty of sleep. Maintain strong family and/or social connections and try to do something to help someone else. They also it is important to learn how to deal with stress, and remember to smile. As one of the most exceptional assisted living facilities in the area, MorningStar of Rio Rancho assisted living and memory care community will offer wellness programs and activities, resort-style amenities and fine dining. Visit our website for pricing and availability. At MorningStar of Rio Rancho, we are proud to offer the best senior living with our distinct mission statement - “to honor, to value, 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 in a beautiful setting. Please visit our Information Center to learn more about the most luxurious and loving senior housing in Rio Rancho, NM. Source: mentalhealthamerica.net/may?gclid=CjwKCAjwv6blBRBzEiwAihbM-aJ26fekuOY7UWmuIvN30xSrigALt1YrKIgxKpmsGRrvo293M7QPsRoCF5QQAvD_BwE uhs.umich.edu/tenthings *Adapted from the National Mental Health Association/National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare As one of the newest senior living communities in the Greater Portland area, MorningStar of Happy Valley is scheduled to open in late 2019. We will bring to the area not only exceptional assisted living but our specialized, loving approach to memory care.
Along with the recently opened MorningStar of Beaverton, MorningStar Senior Living operates senior living communities throughout the Western U.S. This means MorningStar of Happy Valley benefits from the extensive knowledge and expertise our company has gained over their 15 years of operation regarding all facets of senior living, including a deep understanding of Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases. MorningStar has earned a reputation as trusted dementia care specialists, and we feel it is our calling - our privilege – to provide care to our most tender residents. By devoting an entire wing to memory care called Reflections Neighborhood, residents have the independence to safely move about their expansive surroundings. We recognize that the essence of the individual remains despite the extent of the memory loss, and that our job is to find ways to connect with and nurture it. MorningStar’s philosophy and approach to this kind of supported living is encompassed under the breadth of possibilities we call “Lavender Sky.” Thus each day we strive to thoughtfully “enter, embrace and explore” the world of dementia. All of our team members regardless of their position will receive training in Lavender Sky, which will give them an expanded set of tools to provide residents with extraordinary care. Our community will offer 61 graciously appointed suites for assisted living with a choice of floorplans from spacious studios to one- and two bedroom apartments. We will have another 27 secure suites for memory care within our Reflections Neighborhood. MorningStar of Happy Valley invites you to visit our website for directions to our onsite Information Center or give us a call to learn more. MorningStar of Happy Valley represents the finest in senior living 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 luxurious and loving assisted living in Happy Valley. |
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