Do a Spring Tune-up for All Your Health Needs

Now that spring is just around the corner, we are all looking forward to milder weather. If you have felt like you have been cooped up this winter, now is time to start thinking about getting out and taking care of your annual health needs. 

Remember just as we schedule tune-ups for our automobiles, it is also important to maintain our bodies to keep them running as smoothly as possible.  For example, if it has been more than a year since your last eye exam, you should schedule one now. The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends adults 65 years and older have a complete eye exam every year or two to check for age-related eye diseases such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, cataract and other eye conditions.

If you feel like you are having difficulty following conversations, especially in a crowd of people, you should have your hearing tested. We encourage you to sign up to attend our monthly Hearing Clinic. In addition don’t forget about your teeth as that can lead to bigger problems, and remember even older adults can still get cavities. It is recommended you have your teeth cleaned and examined by a dentist each six to nine months. Regular health maintenance should also include having your blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol levels, and weight checked out by your primary care physician or by our Wellness Clinic. 

At MorningStar of Boulder, our holistic approach to senior retirement living is defined by providing all of the services, amenities and compassionate care to our residents for a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community. Please visit our website to set up a tour to see firsthand our gorgeous, loving home. 

As one of the nation’s top assisted living companies, MorningStar of Boulder represents the best in senior living with a distinct mission statement - “to honor, to value, to invest.” Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve. While there are many senior retirement homes in the area, you will find we are uniquely one of a kind!

MorningStar at Jordan’s Signature WellStar Program

MorningStar at Jordan lovingly provides our residents the amenities and services to ensure their comfort and to make them feel right at home.  We also provide a range of activities including our creative and enriching WellStar program which addresses the physical, spiritual, intellectual, and social needs of our residents.  Designed to help seniors stay active, engaged and productive, the program integrates different modalities and senses for both the body and the mind.   

Introduced by our Life Enrichment coordinator, the activities tap into the unique talents and experiences of our residents and includes encouraging residents to start and lead special interest clubs themselves.  Along with recognizing a range of capabilities and a variety of interests, the goal of our activities is to elevate the mood of our residents, reduce pain, and help them to rely less on medications.     

We know that physical exercise is imperative to seniors’ health and we offer a variety of activities for our residents’ enjoyment.  In addition meeting the spiritual needs of our residents is also important to their wellbeing, which is why a chapel, open to all faiths, is an integral part of our community.  We also offer intellectual wellness with entertaining daily doses of challenging brain games designed to practice cognitive skills and introduce new ideas.  In addition to all of this, is a natural, welcoming atmosphere that encourages socializing and helps to strengthen the bonds of our community.        

You will find the one thing that sets MorningStar at Jordan apart from other senior living communities is the fact that our entire team is working to build a true community and our WellStar program exemplifies that philosophy. Please visit our website to learn more about our exceptional assisted living home.  

MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care 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.

It is Never Too Late to Improve the Health of Your Bones

It is estimated that approximately 10 million Americans have osteoporosis and another 44 million Americans have low bone mass, which puts them at an increased risk for osteoporosis. People may be unaware they have the disease until they fall and fracture a bone as osteoporosis does not exhibit any clear signs or symptoms. While the disease affects both men and women, older white and Asian women (especially those post-menopausal) are at the highest risk. Studies show one in every two women and up to one in four men age 50 years or older will break a done due to disease. Furthermore injuries can lead to serious complications and twenty percent of seniors who break a hip die within one year of surgery. Many others require long-term care. 

The National Osteoporosis Foundation says it is never too late to take steps to protect our bones and prevent fractures (broken bones), and urge us to take action by adopting health habits that build and protect our bones. One step is to eat a well-balanced diet that includes fruits and vegetables as well as calcium and vitamin D. Exercising regularly is another important component and should include weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercises. Also avoid smoking and limit alcohol to 2-3 drinks per day. 

An early diagnosis can also make a difference as osteoporosis is a disease that can be treated as well as prevented. A safe and painless procedure called a bone mineral density (BMD) test uses a special machine to measure bone density. It tells you the amount of bone mineral you have in a certain area of bone and can be done on different bones in your body such as hip, spine, forearm, etc. In addition common health conditions including rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and multiple sclerosis, breast and prostate cancer, and diabetes can increase you chance of getting osteoporosis. 

As one of the area’s finest senior retirement homes, MorningStar of Boulder offers the services and programming that support the whole person: body, mind and spirit. Please visit our website to learn more about our loving and compassionate community. Also ask about our limited time offer of $1,000 savings per month (up to six months) for memory care residents. 

As one of the nation’s top assisted living companies, MorningStar of Boulder represents the best in senior living with a distinct mission statement - “to honor, to value, to invest.” Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve. We invite you to schedule a tour to experience unparalleled senior retirement living. 

Source: nof.org/preventing-fractures/prevention/

Good-paying Housekeeping Jobs in Denver!

For many of us, an employer’s ethics, integrity and values are important and we long to work for a company that considers character, kindness and heart to be qualities they look for in their employees.  At MorningStar Senior Living, we have resolved to be just such a place that is not only distinguished by compassion and care, but by service professionalism.  We are now seeking exceptional individuals at our Denver area communities who share our values and have a felt calling to serve.   

Regardless of the position you apply for within our senior living homes, if you join our team, we assure you that you will be encouraged to explore your unique talents and to realize your full potential.  Our various openings may include some jobs that require certain qualifications or experience, but many positions just require a commitment to serve and a compassionate heart.  Our housekeeping jobs in our Denver area communities are one example.  While we welcome experience in our housekeepers, it is not required as we provide training in the job’s responsibilities and duties as well as training in Radiance, our brand standard of Service Excellence.    

As we recognize each team member from our housekeepers, dining room servers, and cooks or Care Managers, Wellness Directors and Life Enrichment Directors, are the heart of our community, we proudly provide for them.  All of our staff receives competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, and we invest generously in training and mentoring in order to create the ultimate work environment.  We want to recognize our team members’ contributions to society, and that they are making someone else’s life better, richer.   

We have created true homes for our residents filled with love, compassion and laughter.  Please visit MorningStar’s website for more information regarding a variety of assisted living jobs in and around the Denver area.    

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 a well-paying career with lots of heart, please visit MorningStar’s website for various assisted living jobs in Denver.

Oral Care is Important for Seniors

Good oral hygiene is an essential part of maintaining one’s overall health and quality of life.  Even though seniors are living longer, it does not mean that they cannot keep their natural teeth.   Brushing at least twice daily, flossing, and regular visits to your dentist can prevent problems from occurring. 

Seniors are at a greater risk for developing periodontal disease which is the inflammation of the gums caused by bacteria or plaque that forms on the teeth.  It is very common and one of the leading causes of tooth loss.  Signs of periodontal disease are bleeding gums, receding gums, bad breath, and shifting or loose teeth.  There is evidence to suggest that periodontal disease is linked to heart disease, stroke, and perhaps increases the complications of diabetes.  

Dry mouth is another problem faced by some seniors. It can be caused by over 400 commonly prescribed medications such as those for high blood pressure, heart problems, and depression to name just a few, and also from radiation or chemotherapy treatments.  The danger with dry mouth is that it increases the chance of tooth decay or gum disease.  You need to take extra care that you are drinking plenty of water and stay away from caffeine, tobacco, alcohol, and sugary foods.  There are some over-the-counter medications that can help relieve the symptoms of dry mouth.

If you do have dentures, be sure to take good care of them as they will last longer.  The average life of dentures is five to seven years and it is important to follow good cleaning procedures.  Brush your dentures daily with mild soap or denture paste, and if you are not going to wear them at night, soak them in water or denture cleaning solution (be sure to rinse them thoroughly afterward). 

Receding gums caused by periodontal disease or the result of aging can increase the chance of tooth decay occurring at the gum line which causes serious problems to the roots.  Good dental care is the best tool in preventing further damage.  See your dentist at the first sign of any bleeding or pain in your mouth. 

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. 

Sources: seniorsoralhealth.org/

webmd.com/oral-health/guide/caring-dentures#1

See MorningStar at RidgeGate Firsthand – Take a Tour!

MorningStar at RidgeGate is dedicated to providing the best senior living Highlands Ranch CO and the surrounding area has to offer.  We are extremely proud of our community starting with our exceptional architecture and award-winning design.  We have a beautifully landscaped interior park that encourages residents and their families to get out and enjoy the outdoors.  Residents also benefit from a whole host of resort-style amenities as well as wellness programs and activities.  Lastly the best part of MorningStar is our dedicated team who feel called and honored to serve seniors.   

To get the real feel of our lovely community, we encourage you to schedule a tour by visiting our website and follow the “Schedule a Tour” link to our online form.  We will get back to you as soon as possible.  If you let us know your priorities, we will tailor your tour to make sure those are addressed and ask that you allow at least 45 minutes for your visit.  If you care to join us for lunch, please allow 90 minutes for your tour in order to enjoy a leisurely meal.  Let us know if you intend to do lunch when you set up the appointment.  

The A Place for Mom, which is the largest assisted living referral service, offers some tips on their website of what to look for when taking a tour of a senior living community.  One of their suggestions includes “following your nose.”  In other words, does the place smell and look clean and fresh?  Also ask about activities going on in the community.  Do the staff and residents look like they are enjoying themselves?  

Additionally, ask about the level of personal care provided as well as about safety and security procedures.  Do not forget to look at the outdoor spaces.  Finally, A Place for Mom suggests that you think about whether you or your loved one would be happy living there, and in the end, trust your instinct and follow your heart.    

Please visit our website to learn more about MorningStar at RidgeGate.  If you like what you see, go ahead and schedule a tour.    

MorningStar at RidgeGate offers the very best in senior living with our unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  We create a true home for residents with a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve.  Please schedule a visit to see the finest senior living Highlands Ranch CO and the surrounding area offers. 

Source: aplaceformom.com/planning-and-advice/articles/tips-for-touring-assisted-living

A Rewarding Career with Lots of Opportunity for Growth

The MorningStar Senior Living communities located in and around Denver are seeking individuals who have a felt calling to serve and would like to work for a company that shares their values.  While we were founded on Judeo-Christian traditions, we honor and respect all faiths and invite loving, compassionate people who want to make a difference in the lives of others to join our team.   

In recognition of the contribution of our team members, MorningStar is proud to provide competitive wages, comprehensive benefits and the opportunity for career advancement.  In fact we are committed to promoting from within the company whenever possible.  As one team members writes, “MorningStar has propelled me into the career I love. Starting as a caregiver, I’ve grown through nine different positions and managed three different communities, including opening a brand new home. As VP of Culture, the adventure continues, and I am doing what I am so passionate about and contributing to a company who’s Vision, Mission and Values align with my own. The experience I’ve gained at MorningStar is priceless, and I’m humbled to work in such a radically relational, radiant culture.” 

If that sounds like something you are looking for, we invite you to visit our website and check out the many assisted living jobs available.  Positions vary from hands-on Care Managers to a variety of support positions such as dining room servers, cooks, maintenance assistances, and housekeeping jobs at Denver area communities.    

Locations include: MorningStar of Arvada – Arvada; MorningStar at Jordan – Centennial; MorningStar of Littleton – Littleton; MorningStar at RidgeGate – Lone Tree; MorningStar of Wheat Ridge – Wheat Ridge; and Parker Senior Living by MorningStar – Parker.  Join our loving work environment where life is enriched, stories are shared and lives are cherished! 

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 more information, visit MorningStar’s Career page for the complete list of assisted living jobs in Denver.

See What the Best Assisted Living in Centennial Looks Like!

We are honored that MorningStar at Jordan was named by Senior Advisor.com as the 2018 “Best Of” Assisted Living.  This exclusive designation is awarded to the top 1% of senior living providers in the US and Canada and is based on consistently high ratings and positive reviews from residents, families and visitors to the SeniorAdvisor.com website.  As a division of A Place for Mom, SeniorAdvisor.com is one of the nation’s most widely respected senior living referral and review websites. 

Once you take a look at our gallery of photos posted on our website, we are sure you will agree that MorningStar at Jordan is a step above other senior living residences.  With 55 private assisted living suites on three levels, we offer the choice of spacious studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans.  In our Reflections Neighborhood, we have 29 suites devoted to the care of those living with memory impairment due to Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.   

All MorningStar residents are treated to a host of creative programs and resort-style amenities and services.  Our promise of a carefree lifestyle includes a beautiful, relaxing fireplace patio and all-season porches, transportation that makes it easy to get out and about, and a full calendar of wellness programs and activities.  Furthermore, we have a professional chief on staff and residents are served three healthy and delicious meals daily in one of our two dining rooms with restaurant-style service.  Additional on-site services include a full salon, massage room, bistro, library, general store, theatre, fitness center, and spa bath.    

However while our facilities are beautiful and the range of amenities incredible, what we are the most proud of is the fact that our staff and residents share a community built on respect and love.  MorningStar offers residents a chance to live carefree lives in the comfort and security of our loving community.  Contact us to schedule a tour and discover why MorningStar is a great place to call home.  

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.

Downsizing to Move into a Senior Living Community

Once you decide to move into a senior living community like MorningStar at RidgeGate, you may be faced with downsizing decades’ worth of personal items and a houseful of furnishings.  It is no wonder it feels like an overwhelming task.   

Organizing experts have several tips to help you get started such as beginning with an inventory of your possessions.  After that, create a list of the things you do not want to part with and another list of items you would like to give away to family and friends.       

Now measure the size of your new suite and create a floor plan that gives you a realistic idea of how your furnishings will fit in your new place.  If the unit is a studio or a smaller, one bedroom, you do not want to be so crowded you cannot safely move around.  It may even turn out that you need to buy some things like a smaller couch or coffee table.   

Your next step should be to evaluate the things you want to keep to determine if you will have the room.  The process will require some give and take but keep in mind you do not want to bring a lot of useless clutter to your new home. Also remember at communities such as MorningStar at RidgeGate, we do most of the cooking and serve the food restaurant-style.     

Any possessions that are left can be sold, donated or recycled and some charities will even come and pick up pieces of furniture and items you do not want.  When you get into your new suite, use bins and shelving to help organize everything so you can easily get to it.   

MorningStar at RidgeGate’s goal is to provide the best independent and assisted living Highlands Ranch CO and the surrounding area has to offer. Please visit our website to learn more about our beautiful community.  There you will find an online form to set up a tour or to inquiry about pricing and availability.   

MorningStar at RidgeGate offers the very best in senior living with our unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  We create a true home for residents with a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve.  Please schedule a visit to see the finest independent and assisted living Highlands Ranch CO and the surrounding area offers.

The Risk of Osteoarthritis Increases with Age

Osteoarthritis is a chronic condition of the joints that affects over 30 million Americans, and while it can occur at any age, the risk of developing OA increases with age.  OA is caused by damage or breakdown of joint cartilage between bones.  It is believed there is a hereditary component that predisposes some people to OA, and that being overweight can contribute to the severity and early onset of the disease.

Cartilage is the firm, rubbery tissue that lines the joints and allows them to move smoothly as well as cushion the bones.  Stress placed on joints over the years wears away the cartilage causing stiffness, swelling, and pain.  OA most commonly affects hips, knees, hands, feet, and spine but can affect any joint.  Sports injuries and fractures can cause OA later on in life and certain jobs that are strenuous on joints (kneeling or standing for long periods of time) can put you at added risk. 

While there is no cure for OA, it is treated with pain management, strengthening the muscles surrounding the joint, and reducing the weight on the joints.  An occupational therapist can teach you ways to move to lessen the pain without adding more stress to the joint.  A physical therapist will show you the exercises to do to strengthen your muscles and work to improve things like walking and posture.  Some OA sufferers have turned to alternative therapies such as acupuncture, meditation, relaxation, and massage techniques. 

This post is intended for informational purposes only.  Please contact your health care provider with any questions or concerns you have regarding your health.  

MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care 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. 

Sources:  cdc.gov/arthritis/basics/osteoarthritis.htm

webmd.com/osteoarthritis/guide/osteoarthritis-basics#1

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Senior Living Communities Built on a Foundation of Honoring God

At the MorningStar Senior Living communities, we truly believe our calling is to care for and to love seniors.  We feel that the human capacity to grow, to learn and to contribute is ageless and to serve older adults is a privilege.  With a foundation built on honoring God in our business practices as well as in our relationships, we are committed to strong moral values and ethics.  Currently several of our Denver area communities are seeking dedicated, loving individuals to fill a variety of assisted living jobs.   

As our company’s mission statement includes investing generously in our team, we empower each member with the tools they need to advance our core values of: Love, Respect, Honesty, Fairness, Goodness, and Kindness.  This is done through Radiance, our Service Excellence initiative that provides a framework for how we want to deliver service.  Our goal is to help you build strong, respectful relationships with seniors, their families and fellow team members. 

MorningStar’s hiring process starts with heart as we understand that kindness and character contributes as much to a person’s ability to serve as does education and experience. By working together, our entire team is creating comfortable, compassionate homes for our residents.  Furthermore while MorningStar was founded on a Judeo-Christian tradition, we honor all faith systems and worldviews among our team members and residents.   

Please visit MorningStar Senior Living’s website for more information regarding job openings.  In addition to Care Managers, openings include dining room servers, Reflections Coordinators, dishwashers, Medication Care Managers/QMAP, and housekeeping jobs.  Denver’s MorningStar communities offer the opportunity to make a difference in seniors’ lives and to thrive professionally and personally.  We look forward to hearing from you.   

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.  Please visit MorningStar’s Career page for details regarding a range of assisted living jobs.

Learn More about MorningStar at Jordan’s Memory Care

MorningStar at Jordan offers senior living residences for the specialized care of residents with memory impairment from Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Our philosophy and approach to memory care includes our guiding principle that: whatever the extent of the memory loss, whatever the form of dementia, a person’s essence remains.  We feel it our calling as well as our privilege to find ways to connect with and nurture that essence. 

Our individualized care starts by meeting with the senior and their family members to learn all we can about the person’s background including their vocation, talents and preferences.  Taking this information, we put together a daily routine that will be used to stimulate or calm the resident in response to their mood or the surrounding circumstances.  Throughout the senior’s stay with us, we also engage the family members as we know our services are as much for them as for the residing senior.  

MorningStar’s memory care provides an atmosphere of safety and well-being, while at the same time, encourages and supports choice and independence whenever possible.  Our residents participate in daily recreational and purposeful activities that include life skills, art, music, and exercise and are included in special events and scheduled outings.   

The Reflections Neighborhood is designed to permit residents the freedom to move about in spacious surroundings and includes enclosed courtyards and strolling paths that are reserved just for their use.  Our extensive services include around-the-clock care, daily health monitoring, a licensed nurse and a caring and devoted staff.     

MorningStar is honored to partner with the Alzheimer’s Association in every market we serve.  Our team members work to support their local chapter by donating their time, talent and treasure.  In addition, MorningStar at Jordan will participate in Alzheimer’s events such as Memories in the Making, The Longest Day and Walk to End Alzheimer’s.  Please visit our website to learn more about our compassionate, loving memory care. 

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.

Assisted Living Jobs at Denver’s Most Respected Communities

The Denver area’s MorningStar Senior Living communities consist of six residential homes and offer a mix of independent living, assisted living and memory care.  Our communities include: MorningStar of Arvada; MorningStar at Jordan; MorningStar of Littleton; MorningStar at RidgeGate; MorningStar of Wheat Ridge; and Parker Senior Living by MorningStar. 

If you feel you have the heart of a caregiver, we encourage you to visit MorningStar’s Career page and follow the link to Assisted Living Jobs Denver.  Here you will find a listing of our communities and the available positions.  You can also fill out a short online application, and if you wish, attach a resume or tell us something about the first senior you ever loved.  MorningStar’s team members are the type of people who feel privileged to serve seniors, and many have been blessed to have had a personal relationship with an elderly grandparent, neighbor, or family friend who made an impact in their lives.  

To give you an idea of the various duties and responsibilities of our assisted living jobs, we have listed the Roles within our Communities, followed by a lengthy description of each job. As you will see, professional caregivers make a difference in the lives of those they serve well as their families.  Knowing a compassionate, trusted caregiver is looking after their parent gives family members peace of mind.  

Working at one of MorningStar Senior Living’s communities, means you will be paid competitive wages and receive comprehensive benefits, specialized training, and lots of career growth opportunities.   We consider it our privilege and responsibility to “cast a new light on senior living” through our mission statement and core values.  Please contact us if you have further questions.  

At MorningStar Senior Living, our unique mission statement: “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities.  With a foundation built upon honoring God and valuing all seniors, we are recruiting staff with a felt calling to serve seniors.  We invite you to visit MorningStar’s Career page for more information on rewarding Denver area assisted living jobs.

What are Your Options for Senior Living?

The population of aging adults continues to grow and so does the demand for quality housing solutions and services.   To make it easier for people to find senior housing that best meets their needs, the following is an explanation of the terms you will come across while shopping for a new home for you or your loved one.  

One popular senior living option is referred to as “independent living.” These are apartments or suites designed specifically for older adults who want the advantages associated with senior living communities, but do not require any assistance.   Residents benefit from the amenities, activities and companionship of community living.  While each community differs, services may include light housekeeping and laundry as well as on-site beauty shops and spas, exercise rooms and wellness classes.  Some communities also provide emergency response at night.  

Another term used to describe senior living is “assisted living.”  This is housing that is geared toward those who need various levels of assistance with their daily activities.  Generally a resident’s needs are evaluated and agreed upon with the senior and their family.  Assisted living communities provide daily meals as well as around-the-clock care to ensure the safety and well-being of their residents.  Most facilities offer wellness programs, social activities, housekeeping services, 24-hour care, scheduled transportation and more. 

Lastly another form of senior living is “memory care” that is devoted to the specialized care of individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases.  The best communities offer their residents comprehensive care that includes recreational and purposeful activities, scheduled outings and daily health monitoring.   

We invite you to take a look at MorningStar at RidgeGate.  We have a choice of independent living, assisted living and memory care options.  Our spacious, private suites are available in a variety of well-designed floor plans and have details reflective of those found throughout our beautifully appointed community.

MorningStar at RidgeGate offers the very best in senior living with our unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  We create a true home for residents with a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve.  Please schedule a visit to see the finest independent living, assisted living and memory care in the area.

Help Us "Cast a New Light on Senior Living"

At MorningStar Senior Living, we feel it is our privilege and responsibility to cast a new light on senior living by following a set of foundational principles.  We genuinely believe in caring for and loving the residents of our communities and that the human capacity to grow, to learn and to contribute is ageless.  Our mission includes honoring God in all of our business practices and relationship and staying true to strong moral values and ethics.  As a MorningStar team member, you will help us to enhance our residents’ quality of life and to create special moments for them. 

We know that our team is essential to fulfilling our mission, which is why MorningStar offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.  In addition we understand that family is important and try to provide all our team members with flexible schedules that work for their families.  And while our company was founded on Judeo-Christian values and we feel very comfortable talking about God, we welcome all faiths in both our employees and residents. 

Our six beautiful Denver area MorningStar communities are true homes for our residents and filled with love, compassion, laughter and dignity.  As our mission is to value all seniors as gifted and contributing individuals, we invest generously in our team’s ability to serve our residents.  Please visit our website to learn more about MorningStar at Dayton Place in Denver; MorningStar at Jordan in Centennial; MorningStar of Littleton in Littleton; MorningStar at RidgeGate in Lone Tree; MorningStar of Wheat Ridge in Wheat Ridge; and Parker Senior Living by MorningStar in Parker.  Then visit our Career page for information about the various assisted living jobs in Denver.    

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.  If you wish to serve, please visit MorningStar’s Join Our Team page for information on how to apply to assisted living jobs in Denver.

MorningStar at Jordan’s Compassionate and Caring Team

One essential thing that sets MorningStar apart from other senior living communities is our unique approach to service.  At MorningStar at Jordan, all of our new team members are trained in our proprietary service program known as “Radiance.”  The program is much more than just a way to offer customer service to our residents but rather our brand standard of Service Excellence. 

The very essence of Radiance begins in a deep and sincere place, much like a beam of light, and celebrates an attitude of selflessness.  The program provides us with a tangible and purposeful way to advance our mission of honoring, valuing and investing in others and is the basis for how we dispense service - through warmth, sincerity and depth.  Along with introducing the program to each new team member, we also will be reiterating and strengthening the program’s concepts during daily short meetings called the “Huddle.” 

In 2003, MorningStar was founded on the premise that the company will operate with “servants’ hearts” and the Radiance program gives us the framework that enables us to take our service professionalism to the next level.  We recognize that the heart of each MorningStar community rests in the quality of our caregivers, which is why we hire individuals who have a calling to serve seniors and understand the importance of their contribution.   

MorningStar at Jordan’s goal is to have a compassionate and caring team with a ready smile for our residents as well as the time to listen to a story and lend a helping hand where needed.   We invite you to visit our website to learn more about our community and most assuredly the best assisted living and memory care.  

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Jordan represents the very best in senior living 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 the finest assisted living and memory care in Centennial CO.

MorningStar at Jordan has Stylish Floor Plans to Suite Your Needs

Offering senior living residences with stylish, smartly-designed suites, MorningStar at Jordan is located in historic Centennial, CO, in the south-central area of Metro Denver. We are conveniently located near Valley Country Club, shopping, restaurants and health care facilities. Our community was meticulously built from the ground up to address the needs of our residents and to provide a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community.   

To ensure our suites fit the needs of all our residents, we offer an array of floors plans that include spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom configurations. Each suite has ceiling lighting, 9’-10’ high ceilings, bay windows (in most units), wall-to-wall carpeting and mini blinds.  And yes, MorningStar at Jordan welcomes your pet.   

Your suite will be equipped with handicap-accessible bathroom, 24-hour emergency call system, and private heating and air conditioning controls.  Cable TV and utilities are included in the monthly fee.  We also offer weekly housekeeping, laundry and linen services.  Spot cleaning and trash removal are done daily.   As you can see, your suite has everything you need – all that’s missing are your furnishings and personal items.   

We have a professional chef on staff that will expertly prepare meals made largely from scratch and incorporate lots of healthy ingredients.  Residents are served three daily meals restaurant-style in our comfortable dining room.  Other on-site services include a full salon, bistro, art studio, fitness and wellness center, spa bath, and much more.  Please visit our website and contact the MorningStar at Jordan team through our convenient online form.    

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. 

MorningStar at RidgeGate’s Compassionate Memory Care

At MorningStar at RidgeGate, we compassionately and professionally provide memory care to seniors suffering from Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.  Our Reflections Neighborhood is meticulously designed to accommodate the special needs of memory care residents.  As such, it means we can encourage and support independence as much as possible and let residents move freely about their surroundings.  Our community has 29 secure suites in a range of configurations that include studio to one bedroom-one bath floor plans.   

MorningStar’s holistic approach to memory care involves treating each of our residents with the respect and dignity they deserve.  Even before a resident joins our community, we meet with them and their family to find out as much as we can about their background and interests as well as personal preferences.  From there, our Wellness Director creates an individualized care plan that takes all of this into consideration. 

MorningStar at RidgeGate’s memory care includes leveraging the power of music, dance, art, aromatherapy and animals to heal and comfort residents.  Our specially-trained care team understands that the essence of the person still exists despite the memory loss, and will strive every day to connect with and nurture that essence.     

We also proudly support the Alzheimer’s Association and partner with our local chapter to fundraise and participate in a variety of activities throughout the year.  In addition, MorningStar makes it a point to find ways to involve and engage family members as we recognize that our service is as important to them as to the residing senior.  Please visit our website to learn about one of the best memory care homes in the Lone Tree area. 

MorningStar at RidgeGate represents the finest in memory care homes with our distinct 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 visit to our exceptional community.

Are You Ready to Serve? We Will Help Prepare You!

If you are thinking about applying to one of the several assisted living jobs open at our Denver area MorningStar Senior Living communities and worry you are not fully prepared to take on the task, rest easy.  Remember we hired you because we saw something special in you, and know you will be a great addition to our extraordinary team.  Furthermore our job is to provide targeted training and education along with lots of support from supervisors and co-workers to make sure new team members smoothly transition into their positions.    

Once you are officially part of our MorningStar team, we start the training process.   All employees, from cooks, to dining servers, to Care Managers and Directors, go through our “Radiance” training.  We consider Radiance to be more than a customer service program as it celebrates the way we want to deliver service at MorningStar – with warmth and sincerity and depth.  As one team member explains, “Through Radiance training, I was introduced to my new personal mission: to love everyone unconditionally and be a humble servant. I want to use the principles of Radiance to honor God, and to rise up new culture and positive environments.”  

Also as all of our communities provide memory care in our Reflections Neighborhoods for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, we feel it is important that our staff knows something about the disease.  “Lavender Sky” embodies our philosophy and approach to memory care and embraces our Radiance culture with the insightful and intentional way we support the memory-impaired and their families.  Our 8-hour interactive training includes information on the pathology of brain disease and techniques geared toward communicating with our most tender residents.  In addition training discusses special environmental safety and security concerns, concepts such as dining with dignity and holistic solutions to challenging behaviors.  Team members specifically working in our Reflections Neighborhood are provided with weekly training we call “Brain Bursts.”  

Please visit our website to see the full list of Denver area assisted living jobs.  Begin a new journey and rewarding career at one of the area’s top senior living communities.   

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.  If you have a commitment to service, we encourage you to visit MorningStar’s Career page for information on how to apply to assisted living jobs in Denver.

Scrapbooking is Fun Activity to Do with a Senior

If an elderly parent is in assisted living and has limited mobility, you may feel it is difficult to think of things to talk about or to do when you visit. By organizing an activity such as scrapbooking, it can help to keep everyone engaged as well as inspire your loved one to start sharing stories about the “good old days.” As you start documenting their life story, it will likely bring back memories they may have forgotten and/or ones the rest of the family knows nothing anything about. 

To get started, visit your local craft store or shop on the Internet for scrapbooking supplies that will help you create a book that is uniquely your parent’s. Your next step is to help gather and organize the photos and materials in chronological order that will go into the scrapbook. 

If the project seems too overwhelming for your parent, have them pick a theme such as family vacations or weddings through the years, or do one that focuses on their childhood and early years. Before you start to glue things in, take the time to layout the photos and mementos for each page; and most importantly, encourage and enjoy the stories and memories shared by your loved one. At MorningStar of Boulder, our residents recently enjoyed putting together a series of scrapbooks containing photos of fun outings and activities we taken together as a community over the past few years. 

As one of the nation’s top assisted living companies, MorningStar of Boulder is committed to providing seniors with carefree retirement years. Along with our resort-style amenities and beautiful private suites, we offer a whole range of wellness programs and activities including many arts and crafts projects. Visit our website to learn more about availability and pricing. 

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Boulder represents the best in senior retirement living with a distinct mission statement - “to honor, to value, to invest.” Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve. Dedicated to providing a true home for residents amidst a beautiful, serene setting, we invite you to schedule a visit to one of the area’s finest senior retirement homes.