Along with an increased awareness of Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases, there has been a move to advance best care practices for those suffering from the disease over the last couple of decades. In addition to medications that can help slow down the progression of the disease, many specialists in the field have worked to improve the approaches to care.
At MorningStar of Albuquerque, our Reflections Neighborhood is dedicated to the individualized care of those suffering from Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related diseases. Our holistic care begins with the utmost respect and compassion for our special residents that is borne out of a deep understanding of the disease. Furthermore, we recognize that a prognosis of Alzheimer’s or dementia is frightening to not only the individual but to their family and strive to provide support for them as well. Our Reflections Neighborhood is equipped to care for your family member at the onset of the disease as well as in the most advanced stages. Our community has secure outdoor space reserved for our memory care residents and we provide assistance in whatever way your loved one needs us including eating and daily personal care activities. Right from the start, we interview the family so we may become familiar with the resident’s personal preferences, background, and hobbies, and then design a care plan suited around their needs. Our care techniques include a variety of multi-sensory cues designed to calm and awaken memories as well as to support the person’s capabilities and affirm their dignity and value. We strive to make each day as special as possible for our memory care residents and we have a wonderful team of caregivers that put their hearts and souls into helping us achieve that goal. Please contact us to learn more about MorningStar of Albuquerque’s quality memory care. The unique mission statement of MorningStar of Albuquerque, “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 schedule a tour and see for yourself the finest assisted living in Albuquerque.
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MorningStar at Arcadia’s comprehensive memory care includes not only providing the best care for our Reflections Neighborhood residents but also includes extending our care to their families. We know that Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia can be extremely difficult for everyone involved, which is why we strive to help our families better understand and cope with the disease.
At all of our MorningStar properties, we partner with the Alzheimer’s Association and help raise fund and awareness of the disease through participation in their annually sponsored activities. Additionally over the next couple of months, we will be hosting MorningStar’s Dementia Film Series, which is designed to pull back the curtain and provide a deeper understanding of the disease. Our community is one of four MorningStar properties in the Phoenix area that is simulcasting the series, which is hosted by Melissa Dillon, our Director of Programing and Dementia Care. Our first film was the Glen Campbell: I’ll BE Me documentary. The poignant film chronicles the country music icon's remarkable career, his 2011 Alzheimer's diagnosis, final tour and and his farewell to fans. If you did not get the chance to see it with us, we recommend you look for it elsewhere as it both moving and enlightening. On Thursday, May 24th we will feature the film Still Alice, a 2014 independent drama based on Lisa Genova's 2007 bestselling novel of the same name. The film stars Julianne Moore as Alice Howland, a linguistics professor diagnosed with Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease who struggles to stay connected to who she was as she starts losing words and hence her identity to Alzheimer's. The movie is one hour and forty minitues long. The last film in the series is 60 Minutes: Alzheimer’s in the Family. The TV presentation examines a Medellin, Colombia family that may provide crucial clues in the fight against Alzheimer's disease. The large, extended family has many members afflicted with a rare genetic mutation that causes early onset Alzheimer's. Each event starts at 10 AM with the film first, then a Q & A session, followed by lunch. As space is limited, we ask that you RSVP to MorningStar at Arcadia. Also if you are interested, please contact us to set up a tour of our beautiful assisted living and memory care community. MorningStar at Arcadia’s distinct mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living options. Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing our seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve. Set in a warm, loving environment with exceptional architecture and resort-style amenities, MorningStar at Arcadia invites you to schedule a tour or give us a call to learn more about the best Phoenix area assisted living community. When searching for senior living options, many people are not entirely sure what the term “assisted living” means. We will try and clarify. One of the first things to know is assisted living is not just another word for a nursing home. Nor does it offer the same level of care and typically is not as expensive.
So, what is assisted living? Assisted living is designed for seniors who want to retain their independence but require some assistance with daily personal care activities. While not all assisted living communities are the same in terms of the level of care, typically assisted living provides services for activities like bathing and dressing as well as prepared meals. At assisted living communities such as Santa Fe, New Mexico’s new MorningStar of Santa Fe, we create individualized care plans for each resident after talking with them and their family. Furthermore, during the course of your stay, your care plan will be regularly reviewed to ensure it addresses your needs. Also, regardless of the level of care, all residents receive the assurance of having 24/7 onsite Care Managers who help to ensure their safety and meet their every need. As a resident of MorningStar, you will get three daily meals that are meticulously prepared largely from scratch by our Executive Chef. Each meal is both nutritional and delicious and we modify recipes to address a number of different dietary restrictions including low sodium or low fat, sugar-free, no sugar, and vegetarian options. In addition, our assisted living residents will have the opportunity to participate in a range of activities and programs that are designed to promote physical, intellectual and spiritual wellness. Please visit our website for contact information to learn more about MorningStar of Santa Fe’s gorgeous new community. MorningStar of Santa Fe offers the very best in senior living with our distinct mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.” Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve to create a true “home” for residents. Situated on the west side of town, we invite you to drop in to our Information Center or give us a call to learn more about the finest assisted living in Santa Fe. |
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MorningStar Senior Living offers assisted living, memory care and respite (short-term) care. Our communities have graciously-appointed assisted living suites, as well as beautiful and spacious private suites for those living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Morningstar Senior Living's award-winning architecture, together with amenities that foster a lifestyle of comfort and wellness, make our residents’ retirement years as carefree as possible. Our activities and programs are enriching, and our care services first-class, but what truly sets us apart from other senior living communities is the love beneath our roof. To experience firsthand the finest senior living in your area, contact us to schedule a tour. Archives
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