Learn More About Cataract Surgery

A cataract is the clouding of the lens inside the eye causing blurred or tinted vision, seeing double, impaired night vision, and extra sensitivity to light.  The vision loss from cataracts happens slowly over time and cannot be corrected with glasses or contact lenses or with corneal refractive surgery such as Lasik.  Cataracts are typically an age-related disease, and according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, “cataracts affect more than 24.4 million Americans age 40 and older. By age 75, approximately half of all Americans have cataracts.”  

The surgery is typically performed as an outpatient procedure, and while cataract surgery may sound scary, most people get excellent results.  During surgery, the affected lens is removed and replaced with an artificial lens called an intraocular lens (IOL).  The procedure has been improved over the last several years by the use of a high-frequency ultrasound device, which has resulted in faster healing times and less complications.    

Before you have the surgery, your ophthalmologist will perform tests on your eye to determine if you have any risk factors as well as what size and type of IOL will give you the best outcome.  You will also have input into the type of IOL you want to get that will depend on your needs and personal preferences.  One type of lens is an advanced presbyopia-correcting IOL that improves your reading vision without interfering with your distance vision.   

The actual procedure typically takes about 15 minutes but you will be there for a couple of hours to get prepped and a small recovery period afterward.  Your doctor may have you wear an eye patch for a short time, and you should expect your vision to be distorted for at least a few days.  Other common issues include feeling as if your eye is dry and itchy but you will be advised to not scratch or rub it.   Doctors also recommend if you choose to wear glasses after surgery, you pick lenses with anti-reflective coating or photochromic lenses.    

MorningStar 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.

Source: aplaceformom.com/blog/what-to-expect-from-cataract-surgery/

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MorningStar’s Service is Guided by “Radiance”

MorningStar at RidgeGate is committed to provide the best senior living Highlands Ranch CO and the surrounding area has to offer, and we attribute our growth and success to God’s grace and to staying true to our mission of servant-leadership.  We feel extremely blessed to have a team of individuals working for us who are guided by their hearts and feel privileged to serve seniors.  They are the kind of people that do the right thing even when no one is looking and willingly go the extra mile to help our residents.   

MorningStar’s care is guided through “Radiance,” our proprietary program, which celebrates an attitude of selflessness that issues from a deep and sincere place, like a beam of light.  It forms the framework for how our service is delivered – with warmth, sincerity and depth.  Additionally, our Radiance program provides a tangible and purposeful way to advance our mission of honoring, valuing and investing in others. 

Once a team member is hired, they are trained in Radiance and it is reiterated and strengthened each day during our daily “Huddle.”   We feel Radiance is lived out in a variety of ways throughout our community, and helps us to create an atmosphere of love, compassion and care as well as service professionalism. 

As Jessica, Lead Care Manager, Qmap wrote so eloquently to our Founder/CEO, Ken Jaeger: 

“Radiance training is absolutely phenomenal! Thank you for investing so much into your company, residents and, especially, team. I appreciate that MorningStar strives not only to help team members be their best at work, but in their personal lives as well. Thank you for caring about our residents as much as we do. Thank you for creating an environment that conveys that. I feel privileged to work here; MorningStar is a part of me. Know that I am praying for you, our leaders and this company daily.” 

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.

Concerned that an Assisted Living Community is Too Expensive?

When it becomes apparent that your parent or another senior loved one needs more care than they are getting at home, you may worry that senior retirement living at a community that offers assistance with daily activities is just too expensive.  At MorningStar of Boulder, we understand the concern but want families to know we can help direct them to often overlooked sources of funding.

However first, we want you to remember that our assisted living community offers a whole new lifestyle.  Monthly fees will include the necessities and much more including a fully equipped private suite, daily meals, and transportation services.  Additionally each suite includes Cable TV and utilities as well as an emergency call system. We also supply a full range of meaningful wellness programs and fun activities and entertainment.     

One of the sources of income we discuss with potential residents and their families includes the generous “Aid & Attendance” Pension issued by the US Department of Veteran Affairs.  The monthly benefit pays for assisted living to qualified veterans, as well as their surviving spouse. We will direct you to a local resource that can help ease and quicken the application process for “Aid & Attendance.

We also remind seniors to take a look at their Long-term Care insurance policies.  They can help to protect your personal assets by paying for senior care up to the amounts set forth in the policy.  To determine your LTC policy’s coverage, check the Benefits Summary section for specifics on the type of coverage, daily benefit, policy limits and elimination period.  Keep in mind premiums may be tax deductible, and benefits from tax-qualified plans are non-taxable, which makes this option even more attractive.

Another source of funding to help with assisted living costs can be to leverage your life insurance policies.  Many whole life and universal life policies build a cash reserve through interest-earning excess premiums known as the policy’s “cash value”.  

Before taking advantage of any of these funding methods, please consult with a financial advisor.  MorningStar of Boulder’s team is ready to answer questions regarding pricing and availability of our beautiful assisted living and memory care community.  

MorningStar of Boulder offers the very best in senior retirement living with our distinct mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  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 our exceptional community.

We Help Prepare You to Care for Our Most Tender Dementia Residents

MorningStar Senior Living’s six Denver area communities offer independent and assisted living as well as memory care and are seeking the right individuals to fill a variety of roles.  Our selection process starts by looking for virtues such as kindness and character and for the type of people who will help us create a culture distinguished by benevolence, empowerment and collaboration.  We also are proud to support an environment that encourages team members to explore their special talents.   

This is why one of our mission statements is to invest generously in our team’s ability to serve well.  Along with the Radiance training all new employees receive that guides the way we dispense our exceptional service, we also provide training to give team members the tools they need to serve residents suffering from Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.   

This is especially important if you have applied for a position in one of our Reflections Neighborhoods, which houses our memory care residents.  The training is designed to give you a deeper understanding of the disease and will help you interact more effectively with residents. Our program, “Under a Lavender Sky” helps you step into the “purple world” of memory loss, and cross the physical, emotional and relational barriers that separate our most tender residents.  You will learn how to change your communication style, understand the power of touch, and most importantly to embrace joy and hope.    

Would you like to contribute to a company with a vision, mission and values that align with your own? As a company of servant-minded, purpose-driven individuals, we are committed to making a difference locally as well as throughout the world.  To learn more about our Denver area jobs, please visit our website for a list of open positions and contact information.  We offer an opportunity to feel passionate about your job and to come to work each day with a purpose.    

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 rewarding career, visit MorningStar’s Career page for information on Assisted Living Jobs in Denver.

MorningStar at Jordan Offers Stylish, Well-designed Floors Plans

After visiting our website or once you take a tour of our senior living residences, you most certainly will understand why MorningStar at Jordan is the type of assisted living and memory care you want for youself or a loved one.  Along with a whole array of amenities and services and a compassionate, loving team that is honored to serve seniors, we also offer well-designed suites to please a variety of tastes and preferences.  We have 55 assisted living suites that offer a choice of spacious studio, one-bedroom or two-bedroom floor plans.  In addition, our Reflections Neighborhood offers 29 suites devoted to the specialized care of residents with memory impairment from Alzheimer’s Disease and  other types of dementia.   

MorningStar at Jordan’s stylish suites are designed for our residents’ utmost comfort and safety and include lots of llighting, high ceilings, large windows, wall-to-wall carpeting and mini blinds.  Each unit is equipped with full, handicapped-accessible bathrooms, emergency call systems and separate heating and air conditioning controls.  In addition your monthly fee will include basic cable TV and utilities as well as daily spot cleaning and trash removal.   We also offer weekly housekeeping, laundry and linen services, and additionally have onsite laundry facilities available to residents.   

So all you need to do is bring your furnishings and personal items to your new home and we will provide the rest including three daily tasty and nutritional meals, a 24/7 care staff, full-time licensed nurse, scheduled transportation and much more.  And in case you wondered, MorningStar at Jordan is pet friendly.  When you visit our website, please use our convenient form to learn more about pricing and availability as well as to set up a tour of our gorgeous community.   

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.

What to Ask When Considering an Assisted Living Community

If you are trying to find the best assisted living community for yourself or a loved one, there are a few things you should consider to help guide your decision including scheduling a personal tour of the community.  While many senior living communities’ websites are filled with lots of pictures and information, there is nothing like a firsthand look.   

During your tour (or in a follow-up call), be prepared to ask the right questions.  As A Place for Mom recommends, you will want to know about the staff-to-resident ratio and the type of training the staff has and/or receives as an employee.  You will also want to know about the assessment process done prior to the individual moving into the community as this step ensures a person gets the level of care they need for their safety and comfort.  In addition, ask what procedures are in place to stay abreast of any changes in your or your loved one’s health.    

Be sure to ask if the community has a nurse on staff and if they are on call 24/7?  You will also want to know how your monthly fee will be determined and the type of apartments available.  Are there additional move-in fees or contractual obligations when you move out, and if there is a waiting list, what is the typical waiting period? 

MorningStar at RidgeGate’s goal is to provide the best independent and assisted living Highlands Ranch CO and the surrounding area has to offer, and we feel privileged to provide residents with an unparalleled lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community.  MorningStar’s website has a dedicated FAQs section that is sure to answer a lot of your questions about MorningStar at RidgeGate.  Or feel free to contact us through email or a phone call.  Furthermore, we strongly encourage anyone interested in our community to set up a tour. We look forward to meeting you. 

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. 

Source: aplaceformom.com/planning-and-advice/articles/assisted-living-resident-checklist

Our Denver Communities Offer a Variety of Roles & Opportunities

Located within the greater Denver area, MorningStar Senior Living’s six communities are beautiful residential homes offering independent living, assisted living and memory care.   Currently our communities have openings for a variety of positions that require a range of experience and/or education.  However regardless of whether it is a top managerial position or one of our food servers or housekeeping jobs, our Denver communities consider each one to be essential to the smooth operation of our homes.    

We feel privileged to have built an exceptional team of service professionals who feel called, connected and empowered, and share our vision of delivering MorningStar’s brand of Service Excellence.  Radiance represents an Attitude of the Heart that issues from a deep, sincere place, like a radiant beam of light and guides the way we offer service, with warmth, sincerity and depth of purpose.   

In addition MorningStar encourages team members to explore their unique gifts and talents in order to reach their full potential.  Whenever possible, we promote internally, and with our rapid growth, it happens now more than ever.  We also believe in paying our team members well and offer competitive wages as well as a comprehensive healthcare plan that includes medical, dental, vision, an employee assistance program, and telemedicine benefits.  All team members have vacation, sick time and holiday pay, and a 401(K) plan.   MorningStar is an equal opportunity employer.   

If you wish to be a part of something inspirational, profound, and rewarding, we invite you to contact us.   Please visit MorningStar’s Career page and follow the link to “Assisted Living Jobs – Denver” for a full description of our various positions and the community where they are needed. Are you ready to grow personally and professionally?  Join the MorningStar family. 

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 and follow our link to Assisted Living Jobs - Denver.

Touring an Assisted Living Community

Just as MorningStar at Jordan encourages anyone interested in our community to schedule a tour, so do most other assisted living communities.   This is because you cannot really get an idea of what a community looks like or feels like without seeing it in person. 

In addition to wanting your loved one to be happy in their new assisted living home, your priorities most likely include finding a community that is well run, clean, and within your price range.   Experts recommend your first step should be to do some research over the Internet and on the phone.  Narrowing down your choices includes considering things such as how convenient will it be for the family to visit and is it located close to a pharmacy, medical facilities and shopping.  Furthermore, find out if the community is accepting new residents, and if not, you may want to go on their waiting list.   

Senior support networks like Caring.com has a great checklist (it is even printable) of tips to consider for when touring an assisted living community.  To start with, they say you should always listen to your gut instincts.   From the moment you walk through the door, do you get a good feeling?  Regardless of how beautifully decorated, does it feel welcoming and have a home-like atmosphere?  If they offer the service, eat lunch with the residents as it will help to give you a more complete picture of the community. 

At MorningStar at Jordan, we encourage families to come and visit as we are proud of each and every aspect of our community.  Not only is our community beautifully decorated and designed for residents’ every comfort and need, but we have a staff that is committed to serving seniors and come to work each day with a smile on their face.  Please visit our website to learn more. 

MorningStar 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. 

Source: caring.com/articles/assisted-living-facilities-choosing-the-right-one#research

Need the Best Senior Living in Centennial, Colorado?

Look no further!  MorningStar at Jordan is a beautiful, vibrant senior living community located at Arapahoe and Jordan Roads, in the south-central area of metro Denver.  Our community offers 55 graciously-appointed assisted living suites consisting of spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. In our Reflections Neighborhood, we have 29 secure memory care suites devoted to the individualized care of those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases.    

MorningStar at Jordan strives to provide the best senior living residences in the area.  Whether it is our gorgeous interiors and exteriors, a host of wellness programs and activities, or most importantly a responsive staff that is honored to serve seniors, we feel MorningStar offers unparalleled senior living.  Our goal is to provide residents with the care they need to lead more comfortable, healthier lives and give them a place they are proud to call “home.”     

Our location makes it easy to get to hospitals, banks, shopping malls, grocery stores, restaurants and more, and among our many services and amenities, we provide scheduled transportation.  MorningStar at Jordan also gives families peace of mind knowing their loved one is receiving the care they need with an individualized care plan, 24/7 Care Managers, a full-time licensed nurse, and other services.   

Amenities include three daily meals prepared largely from scratch by our trained Executive Chef and served restaurant-style in our charming dining room.  At MorningStar we feel breaking bread together offers far more than physical nutrients – it helps to bond us together as family and friends.  Our community also has plenty of common areas that are perfect for entertaining family and friends, chatting with another resident, or just quietly reading a book.  In addition, our community has a fireside patio, bistro, library, chapel, theatre, private dining room for intimate dinners and more.  

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.

Become a Professional Caregiver

Denver’s MorningStar Senior Living communities are renowned for unsurpassed independent living, assisted living and memory care.  Filled with an abundance of love and laughter, our beautiful homes are meticulously designed to meet residents’ every need and provide a sense of comfort and security.   

We are proud to have a staff that loves what they are doing and treats our residents as they would their own moms and dads (or grandparents).  From the moment you walk through the door of one of our communities, you will feel the chemistry of senior living at its best.  Our serene environment reflects MorningStar’s Founder, Ken Jaeger’s vision of creating a place where seniors would be seen as heroes.  A place where they would be honored for their courage and tenacity and treated with the respect and dignity they deserve. 

Senior living is MorningStar’s chosen calling and we look for extraordinary individuals who share our vision, our values and mission and would love the opportunity to join our team.  We are proud to have a culturally diverse workforce, and our assisted living jobs range from caregivers to food servers, cooks and housekeeping positions and more.  Also while MorningStar was founded on Judeo-Christian values and we comfortably share our love of God, we welcome all faiths and world views among our team members and our residents.   

MorningStar’s mission to serve seniors would not be possible without our dedicated team.  Thus we are pleased to offer competitive wages and comprehensive benefits as well as work with our employees to accommodate their own family responsibilities.  Our Denver area communities - MorningStar of Arvada; MorningStar at Jordan; MorningStar of Littleton; MorningStar at RidgeGate; MorningStar of Wheat Ridge; and Parker Senior Living - seek the right individuals to fill a variety of assisted living jobs.   Please visit our website to learn more.   

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.  Yearning for fulfillment professionally and personally? Please visit MorningStar’s Career page for more information on assisted living jobs in Denver.

What Does an Assisted Living Community Offer?

Many families with elderly parents or loved ones are uncertain just what to expect from an assisted living community.  While each community has its own personality and differs from the type of services and amenities offered, typically “assisted living” is a long-term care option that provides personal care support services such as bathing, dressing, meals, medication management, and transportation.  According to aPlaceforMom.com, assisted living may offer “a more cost effective, residential approach to delivering many of the same services either by employing home health agencies or personal care staff.” 

MorningStar at Jordan offers 55 private assisted living suites in a variety of configurations as well as provides residents with a whole host of resort-style amenities and services.  Upon joining our community, the resident and their family meets with our Wellness Director for a thorough assessment of their needs that is used to create a customized care plan.   

Furthermore, regardless of the level of care you receive, all residents have an onsite 24/7 Care Manager that is ready to ensure their safety and comfort.  We also offer a licensed nurse onsite 5 days a week and on call 24/7; medication management by certified med care managers; periodic care plan reviews; and scheduled health & wellness evaluations. 

As MorningStar defines health and well-being holistically, we are proud to offer a range of services and programs that support the whole person: body, mind and spirit.  We consider wellness to be a joint effort between our Life Enrichment and Wellness programs, which play a critical role in making MorningStar the destination for successful aging. 

Please visit our website for more information about the top assisted living home in the Centennial CO area.  In addition to our 55 assisted living suites, we offer 29 secure suites devoted to the specialized care of those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. 

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.

New & Familiar Faces Have Joined Our Leadership

Over the last several months, MorningStar of Boulder has had the honor to welcome some new as well as familiar faces to our leadership team. These loving, dedicated individuals are an important part of our community as they help to inspire and guide our team in delivering exceptional senior retirement living for all of our residents.

We are pleased to welcome back Tracie Roberts who rejoined our team in February as our Executive Director. Tracie has been with MorningStar for over eleven years and each community and position she has served in has been the better for it. Tracie relates how she and her five siblings grew up in a home right next door to her great-grandparents, Raymond and Dorothy. She adds theirs was a “home of comfort and safety…and a place to be spoiled rotten!” Her family also lived close to grandparents, Ed and Ginny, and Tracie acquired her caregiving skill by helping care for Ed through a cancer diagnosis. Now more than a decade later as a senior caregiver has made Tracie feel even more committed to her chosen career and explains, that, “Seniors amaze me. Even on their hardest days, our residents offer endearing hugs and heartfelt thanks.”

Erin Pfarr serves as our Wellness Director and feels that nothing is more rewarding than serving those who are the most deserving. She says seniors give us the wisdom of their years and teach us how to appreciate and celebrate life. Erin was initially drawn to the history and mission of MorningStar and recognized it was the ideal place to serve seniors. And speaking of coincidences, Erin’s grandparents lived on a mountain in Oregon where they had 40 acres they called “Morning Star.” 

Rounding out the team is our Director of Community Relations, Jennifer Ptacek. Jennifer was lucky enough to grow up with all four grandparents and they were the first seniors she ever loved. They had a significant impact on her life and contributed to the person she is today. She says seniors have taught her to live each day to the fullest and to take nothing for granted. 

Along with our extraordinary leadership, we are blessed to have an entire team that feels privileged to serve seniors. Our community offers both assisted living and memory care and we invite you to visit our website for more information. Caring for the needs of seniors is what MorningStar of Boulder does best. 

As one of the nation’s finest 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. Visit our website to set up a tour of one of the area’s most beautiful and loving senior retirement homes.

Do You Have a Felt Calling to Serve?

Our senior living communities provide the Denver area with exceptional independent living, assisted living and memory care, and we could not do this without our dedicated, compassionate team members.  As a company of servant-minded, purpose-driven leaders, we are committed to making a difference in the lives of seniors as well as making a difference globally.  MorningStar Senior Living’s beautiful residential homes include MorningStar of Arvada in Arvada; 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.   

One position we have a need for throughout our communities is Care Managers.  As a trusted MorningStar Care Manager, your responsibilities will include doing whatever it takes to assure our residents’ physical comfort, safety and mental well-being.  You will treat each resident with respect and dignity, and perform duties as described on job postings.   

MorningStar’s assisted living residents are independent seniors who just require a little help with their day-to-day personal care activities such as bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, etc.  In our Reflections Neighborhood, we care for seniors suffering from Alzheimer’s and other types of memory loss.  While this may sound discouraging, at MorningStar we understand that the essence of the person remains regardless of the extent of memory loss and our approach is to find ways to connect with and nurture that essence.  Our energies are put toward finding ways to celebrate and elevate life.  In addition whether you are a caregiver in our assisted living or memory care, you will also encourage and motivate residents to participate in therapies and other rehabilitative measures to promote activity of mind and body.   

Please visit MorningStar’s Career page and follow the link to Assisted Jobs Denver to find the full list of job openings at several senior living communities.  We believe in investing in our team and promote from within whenever possible.   

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 rewarding career, visit MorningStar’s Career page for a full listing of Denver area’s assisting living jobs.

MorningStar at RidgeGate’s Independent Living Option

If you are looking for the best senior living Highlands Ranch CO and the surrounding area has to offer, we encourage you to consider MorningStar at RidgeGate.  For active seniors looking for stress-free living and a refreshing change of lifestyle, MorningStar at RidgeGate has it all.  With 124 bright suites for independent living, we provide seniors with carefree, comfortable retirement years.   

Independent living provides seniors with a range of benefits including predictable monthly budgeting, activities and programming, and tasty meals they no longer need to cook as well as built-in companionship.  Also, as we take care of all the maintenance, both inside and out, and offer twice monthly housekeeping, which allows our residents plenty of time to pursue their interests.

Our community offers smartly-designed private suites in several floorplans including penthouses as large as 1800+ square feet.  Each unit has lighting, high ceilings, large windows, wall-to-wall carpeting, and mini blinds as well as private heating & air conditioning controls, basic cable TV, utilities and much more.  

In addition, MorningStar at RidgeGate has beautifully-appointed, warm and inviting common areas where residents can comfortably gather and enjoy the day.  Even our outdoor area is inviting with a beautifully landscaped interior park. When you visit our website, we encourage you to take a look at our Gallery photos to get an idea of what our community looks like.    

Moreover, as a resident, you get resort-style amenities and lots of services including two daily meals, a continental breakfast and one meal served restaurant-style in our lovely dining room. Kitchens in our suites include islands (in most units), stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops, stained wood cabinets and wood-laminate plank flooring. Also, all of our independent living suites are equipped with their own washer and dryer.  Please visit our website for more information.

The unique mission statement of MorningStar at RidgeGate, “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 learn more about the finest senior independent and assisted living Highlands Ranch CO and the surrounding area offers.

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