Learn More About MorningStar at Bear Creek

MorningStar Memory Care at Bear Creek has earned a reputation for trusted dementia care, and we feel it is our calling - our privilege – to walk along our residents (and their families) on this unexpected journey.   If you are new to the name MorningStar allow us to introduce ourselves.  MorningStar Senior Living was founded in 2003 by Ken Jaeger whose intention was to create senior housing that felt like the loving atmosphere of his grandmother’s Mid-west home.  We now have 25+ senior living communities scattered throughout the Western US. 

We sincerely believe our astounding success is attributed to a mission statement of honoring God in our business practices and relationships; valuing all seniors as gifted and contributing individuals; and investing in our team’s ability to serve well.  MorningStar communities are also deliberate in the type of culture we strive to create, which is why it is important for us to hire individuals that believe residents are to be treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.  

When a family comes to MorningStar at Bear Creek looking for care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, our experienced team is ready to help.  Even before we welcome a new resident to our loving community, we take the time to meet with them and their family to learn as much as we can about the person including their medical history, background, talents, and personal preferences.  We then use this information to create an individualized care plan that is used to stimulate or calm a resident in response to a particular mood or situation.

Also, we use a reimagined philosophy and approach we call “Lavender Sky,” which we consider to be the next logical step to what MorningStar has always believed and aspired to be as dementia care specialists.  The comprehensive program allows us to introduce a more insightful and intentional way to support the memory-impaired and their families.  Moreover, as it guides every aspect of our dementia care, team members are asked to attend eight-hours of interactive Lavender Sky training to help give them a better understanding of the disease. 

During the coronavirus pandemic, MorningStar at Bear Creek’s highest priority is the safety and wellbeing of our residents, their families and our staff; and we could not be more vigilant in our defensive approach. We are still accepting new residents during this difficult time, confident in our protective protocols.  Please see our website for more information.

MorningStar at Bear Creek brings a unique vision to senior living with our mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.” With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing seniors and investing in a staff with a felt calling to serve, we offer loving, compassionate dementia care within a beautiful home-like setting.  Visit our website to learn more about our exceptional community. 

Visit the World from the Comfort of Your Living Room

While many of us are not vacationing at the present, there are still ways to safely “travel” the world. We all know virtual trips may not be as exciting as being there firsthand, but with the right attitude, they can be fun and informative.  Also let’s face it, we can visit many more places via our tablet or computer than most of us will ever visit in person, and it sure is easier on our pocketbook.  

One quick google search on your tablet will bring up a whole host of virtual tours of some of the world’s most famous museums, landmarks, national parks, and other attractions.  Also if you were an Anthony Bourdain fan, you can access old episode on Amazon Prime or watch all kinds of travel shows through your cable provider. 

We all know the Louvre in Paris houses Leonardo Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, but taking their virtual tour also walks you through several other masterpieces including the Venus de Milo, the Winged Victory of Samothrace, the Virgin of the Rocks, and The Coronation of Napoleon among others.  In addition you can explore their large collection of Egyptian Antiquities, the remains of the Louvre’s Moat, and the Galerie d’Apollon, known for its high vaulted ceiling with elaborate painted decorations.

If ancient indigenous artifacts is more your thing, we encourage you to take a tour of the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City, Mexico.  Filled with archaeological and historic artifacts of Mexico’s pre-Hispanic heritage, you can browse through 23 exhibit rooms that include items from the Mayan civilization.

Or have you always wanted to take a trip to Yellowstone National Park?  A virtual tour of the park features information on the geological formations, including Old Faithful as well as pictures of wildlife and breathtaking scenery.  Other wonders of the world found on the Internet include places like the Great Wall of China, Buckingham Palace, the Roman Colosseum, and the White House so pack your virtual bags and begin your adventure!

At the MorningStar of Billings’ independent living, assisted living and memory care community, our highest priority is the wellbeing and comfort of our residents.  Visit our website to learn more about our amenities, our services, and our company’s philosophy toward senior living.  We look forward to hearing from you and your family. 

MorningStar Senior Living of Billings represents the finest in senior living with our unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing our seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve in order to provide a true home for residents.  Please visit our website and use our Virtual Assistant to request a tour or info on pricing and availability at the area’s top independent living, assisted living and memory care community. 

Source: globotreks.com/tips/best-virtual-tours-world/

Compassionate, Holistic Dementia Care in Colorado Springs

MorningStar at Bear Creek is unique from many other senior communities as we were built from the ground up to cater to the specialized needs of those suffering from Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases.  Starting with our community’s physical design, which enhances residents’ freedom to explore our expansive surroundings safely and easily, we look for creative ways to connect with and nurture each individual, regardless of the level of memory loss.  

To aid us in this endeavor, we are staffed by a dedicated team that feels it is their calling, their privilege, to serve our tender residents and to provide a level of care that affirms their dignity and value.  Each team member is trained in Radiance, our Service Excellence program, which is an attitude of the heart and is the way we deliver service – with warmth, sincerity and depth of purpose.   

Our team also goes out of their way to get to know our residents, to really listen to their stories, and in many cases, treat them like they would their own moms and dads.  We encourage you to take a look at our touching Twice the Story video series that showcases these special relationships that develop between residents and our team members.  At MorningStar, we believe these friendships testify to the fact that we need to support one another, and through these special connections, we come away changed for the better.

MorningStar at Bear Creek offers 48 secure suites in a variety of floor plans for permanent and short-term stays.  Please visit our website to learn more about the area’s most trusted dementia care as well as to inquire about availability and pricing.  

While major disruptions like COVID-19 cause many hardships and sorrows, often they give rise to innovation. While the MorningStar senior living communities have always been purpose-built to protect all those who dwell beneath our roofs, we have stepped up our rigorous protocols with Electrostatic Disinfecting Technology.  This emergent weapon in our fight to protect is harmless but it is deadly against infectious disease!   

MorningStar at Bear Creek brings a unique vision to senior living with our mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.” With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing seniors and investing in a staff with a felt calling to serve, we offer loving, compassionate dementia care within a beautiful home-like setting.  Visit our website for more information about our exceptional community. 

Lifestyle Habits of People Who Live the Longest

Over the last couple of decades, researchers have become interested in why people in certain areas across the globe have a longer lifespan.  While America’s current average age expectancy is 78 years old, it is much higher in many other places in the world.  Areas such as Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia, Italy; Nicoya, Costa Rica; and Icaria, Greece count many more centenarians among their population.  These regions are known as “Blue Zones,” and the individuals living well into their 90s and more are typically healthy in both mind and body. 

National Geographic writer, Dan Buettner, spend years studying each culture, and wrote a book about his findings called, The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who’ve Lived the Longest.  In his book, he cites 9 lifestyle habits that all of the groups had in common.

One of the habits he mentions is that the very elderly in these areas continue to move naturally as part of their everyday life and some still work in the fields.  Conversely in our country, many people lead sedentary lifestyles and find it difficult to get enough exercise.  John Day, MD, author of The Longevity Plan, suggests ways to remedy the problem.  He writes, “For example you could take a vow to never use an elevator or escalator again unless the stairs are restricted. Other options include an evening walk or doing everything possible to avoid having to use a car. Even vacations can be scheduled in a way that is physically active, like a vacation centered around skiing, hiking, or cycling.”

Another common trait shared by many of the elderly in the Blue Zones is that they still had a purpose in life.  Many studies support that by reporting the connection between our minds, our health, and our sense of purpose is very powerful and leads to better health outcomes.  Simply said you need to have a reason to get out of bed each morning. 

It is also recommended that we eat until we are only 80 percent full and stick to a “plant-forward diet.”  Along with eating lots of vegetables and whole grains, cut back or eliminate sugar-filled or processed foods from your diet.  Other suggestions for longevity include maintaining strong family ties, having a sense of community and a good social life.   

If you are looking for exceptional assisted living, Glendale, AZ’s MorningStar at Arrowhead Creek may be the place for you.  Our residents receive nutritional, tasty meals and have access to wellness programs and activities along with a wide range of care services.  Please visit our website to learn why our residents are happy to call MorningStar “home.” 

MorningStar at Arrowhead represents the best in senior living with a unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.” We have built our foundation on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve…all of which contributes to creating a true home for residents amid a beautiful, serene setting. Please contact us for more information about the finest assisted living Glendale AZ offers.

Source: wellandgood.com/good-advice/blue-zone-power-9/

Would You Like a Cup of Tea?

Researchers say that something as simple as a cup of tea each day may help put you at a lower risk for cognitive decline.  We have known for a while that green tea, black tea and oolong tea, which all have high amounts of antioxidants, are associated with a lower risk of diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.  Now a study published in The Journal of Nutrition, Health & Aging, reports that tea, and especially green tea, may benefit our brain with a better working memory.   

When compared to adults who rarely drank tea, individuals who drank tea on a regular basis had a 50 percent lower risk of cognitive decline.  Moreover researchers say drinking tea even provided some level of protection for those who have the APOE e4 gene, which is associated with an increased risk for Alzheimer’s disease, by having an 86 percent lower risk of cognitive decline.  

The study, led by Feng Lei from the Department of Psychological Medicine at the National University of Singapore’s (NUS) Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, explained that, “Tea is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world. The data from our study suggests that a simple and inexpensive lifestyle measure such as daily tea drinking can reduce a person’s risk of developing neurocognitive disorders in late life.”

Communities offering assisted living for dementia patients such as MorningStar at Bear Creek care for those from the onset of the disease to the most advanced stages.  Our all-inclusive, holistic approach allows us to provide the amenities and services residents require for their utmost comfort and safety.  MorningStar’s loving community in Colorado Springs has 48 secure suites in a range of floorplans including spacious studios, and one- and two-bedroom apartments.  Please visit our website for more information about the area’s most trusted memory care as well as availability and pricing. 

MorningStar at Bear Creek brings a unique vision to senior living with a mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.” Built on a foundation of honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve, we are committed to creating a true home for residents in an ideal setting. Contact us to learn more about the best assisted living for dementia patients in Colorado Springs.

Source:medicalnewstoday.com/articles/316619#Up-to-86-percent-lower-risk-of-cognitive-decline-for-tea-drinkers

For More Effective Fall Prevention, Include Balance Exercises

According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), every year more than a third of people over the age of 65 suffer from a fall, and many of those accidents require a trip to the emergency department.  In addition to serious injuries, some falls even result in death.  To help mitigate the risk, experts recommend that along with safety modifications to the home that elderly adults also do balance exercises.

Balance exercises are relatively easy-to-do and can improve both your balance as well as increase lower body strength.  Ask your doctor for some suggestions or take a look at the Internet. Most do not require special equipment other than someone to assist you if needed.  The exercises can be done throughout the day and each one only takes a few minutes to do. 

One example of a balance exercise is called Tightrope Walk.  This easy exercise improves balance, posture, and core strength.  Start in a standing position and lift your arms extending them out to your sides.  Now walk in a straight line keeping your gaze focused on a fixed point in the distance.  Each time you raise your foot, pause with it in the raised position for 2 to 3 seconds.  Alternating your feet, continue for 20 to 30 steps.  

Another exercise is Rock the Boat, which starts by standing with your feet hip-distance apart and extending your arms out to your sides.  Lift your left foot off the floor and bend your knee to bring your heel toward your bottom holding it there for up to 30 seconds.  Now do the same with the other side.  Do for 3 times on each side.

 

At the MorningStar of Billings senior living community, we understand the importance of our residents living life to the fullest.  This is why we offer a Life Enrichment program that focuses on creative ways to stay physically, intellectually, socially and spiritually active.  Our community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, and is confident in our protocols for protecting our residents against COVID-19.  We are safely accepting new residents.  

***This blog is intended for informational purposes only.  Before beginning any exercises, please consult with your health care provider. ***

MorningStar Senior Living of Billings represents the finest in senior living with our unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing our seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve in order to provide a true home for residents.  Please visit our website to request a tour, for availability and pricing, or to ask a question regarding independent living or assisted living.        

Sources:

healthline.com/health/exercise-fitness/balance-exercises-for-seniors#exercises-to-try

Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease

People with Alzheimer’s disease may express feelings of agitation and anxiety, which can be caused by the frustration that comes with the inability to get others to understand what they need.  However, experts say there are some tips to help circumvent or prevent getting into situations that can become emotionally charged.    

If you feel the person is starting to feel anxious, it could be the environment they are in.  If this is the case, remove them to a quieter place and encourage them to rest or use soothing rituals that have worked in the past.  Often a noisy room including having a TV on can act as just such a trigger.  If that is not the problem, check to make sure the person is physically okay and that they are not hungry, thirsty or need to use the bathroom.  Also, make sure they are not too hot or cold.  If they are still able to communicate, get down to their eye level and ask them in simple words to tell you what they need.  Another approach is to distract them by taking a walk or putting on music and encouraging them to dance. 

While trying to calm the person down, make sure you do not raise your voice.  Remain speaking in a calm voice and give the person the time to try and express the problem.   If you feel the person is experiencing lots of periods of anxiety and agitation, it is a good idea to discuss it with their health care provider.  Also, make sure you have a good support system to share your experiences with and perhaps learn something from other caregivers.   

MorningStar at Bear Creek offers loving, compassionate care for those with mild to advanced Alzheimer’s and other dementia diseases.  We take a holistic approach to dementia care that is individualized and encompasses the whole person. Please visit our website to learn more about what a specialized care plan can do for your loved one.     

MorningStar at Bear Creek brings a unique vision to senior living with our mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.” With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing seniors and investing in a staff with a felt calling to serve, we offer loving, compassionate dementia care within a beautiful home-like setting.  Visit our website for more information about our exceptional community. 

Source: alz.org/help-support/caregiving/stages-behaviors/anxiety-agitation

Turns out Gaming is Good Entertainment for Seniors

Surveys show that online versions of classics games such as Scrabble, Mahjong, and chess have gained popularity among seniors as well as other video games.  Even the AARP has a selection of online games for their members that range from chess, to puzzle games, brain games, word games, slots, and card games including several varieties of solitaire. 

 

A 2014 survey from The Telegraph reported that one in four people over 55 had a games console in their home and the majority of them did not have children living in the home.  Another study done in 2015 found that 3-D computer games may help to prevent memory loss and improve hand-eye coordination and reactions times, which typically slow down as we age, as well as be challenging to the brain.  They are also a fun activity for seniors to do online with others gamers or to team up with friends and family for multiplayer games.   Some games such as those featured by Nintendo Wii even make it fun to exercise and include dancing, boxing, bowling and tennis.  

The MorningStar of Billings senior living community starts each day with the goal to engage the mind, body and spirit to provide our residents the opportunity to continue to learn and contribute.  Our Life Enrichment Team presents creative ways to stay active and productive as well as to just have lots of fun playing all kinds of games.     

If you are interested in independent living, we have 32 free standing cottages and another 72 bright suites in our main building.  We have 70 assisted living suites for seniors who require a little daily help to maintain their independence.  Our Reflections’ wing is designed to accommodate seniors with Alzheimer’s and other memory-impairment diseases and is staffed by dementia care specialists with a deep understanding of the disease.  Please visit our website for more information and to inquire about pricing and availability.  We are currently accepting new residents and are confident in our COVID-19 protocols to protect all those who dwell beneath our roof. 

MorningStar Senior Living of Billings represents the finest in senior living with our unique mission statement: “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing our seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve, we create a true home for residents.  Visit our website for more information regarding Billings’ top choice for independent living and assisted living. 

Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or Another Dementia Disease

Last year alone, approximately 500,000 people in the U.S. received a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia such as frontotemporal dementia, Lewy body disease and others.  Moreover, even though many families have come to suspect a problem and may not be all that surprised to hear the diagnosis, it is still a devastating blow.    

However, please remember if you or a family member is experiencing confusion and/or memory loss that there are other factors that can masquerade as dementia.  For example, lack of sleep and/or depression and anxiety can result in feelings of confusion.  Also, certain medications and medical conditions can have side effects that mimic some of the symptoms of dementia. 

The U.S. News & World Report cautions families that if a loved one is not as sharp as they used to be to make sure that they are protected against scams from unscrupulous people.  You may want to have a family member, trusted friend, or a professional financial advisor help to oversee the person’s finances. 

Another thing you can do to help yourself and your family feel more prepared for what the future holds is to investigate the extent of your community’s resources.  This may include looking into options for in-home care as well as senior living communities that specialize in memory care. 

Experts say one of the most important things to avoid doing after getting a diagnosis of dementia is to assume your life is over.  They stress you need to find reasons for hope and to think about ways to bring joy into your life.  Tia Powell, M.D. writes that “music is one wonderful avenue for delight. Your brain's capacity for music is unusually sturdy; the ability to sing, play and enjoy music often outlasts many other skills.”

At MorningStar at Arrowhead, our goal is to provide the best senior living Glendale, AZ has to offer, which includes compassionate and loving memory care to those suffering from Alzheimer’s or other dementia diseases.  As dementia care experts, each day our energies are put toward continuing to find ways to celebrate and elevate life.  Please visit our website for more information.

MorningStar at Arrowhead represents the best in assisted living and memory care with a unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.” We have built our foundation on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve…all of which contributes to creating a true home for residents amid a beautiful, serene setting. Please contact us to learn more about the finest senior living Glendale AZ offers.

Source:health.usnews.com/health-care/for-better/articles/questions-to-ask-when-youre-diagnosed-with-dementia

MorningStar at Bear Creek Caters to the Specialized Needs of Residents

MorningStar at Bear Creek’s goal is to provide outstanding assisted living for dementia patients in Colorado Springs.  Starting with the actual physical design right through to our holistic, compassionate care, every aspect of our memory care is designed to provide the best for our residents including our food service. 

Many individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s disease have trouble using a fork and knife to eat with, which is why many memory care homes resort to serving finger foods like chicken nuggets, fish sticks, french fries and purees.  The problem with this is while the food may be easy to eat; it is not very nutritional and lacks variety.   

This is why the MorningStar communities have modified our memory care food service to one that avoids overly processed meals, and is both tasty and nutritional.  Our menus now consist of foods like pastas and other edible items wrapped in puff pastry sheets, egg roll wrappers and turnovers that are easy for residents to pick up and eat. 

Our Chef also utilizes techniques such as mixing and molding soft, pureed food to resemble its pre-blended form. For example, residents might be served something that looks like blueberry French toast but is really a French toast puree that has been shaped and molded with binding agents.  Also in normal times, we routinely welcome families to come and join us for a meal, and hopefully will be able to resume this tradition soon.

  

We want you to know that our entire dementia care team is honored to walk alongside the memory-impaired (and their families) on this unexpected journey.  Please visit our website for more information.  While you are there, be sure to read our protocols for dealing with COVID-19 and how we are safely accepting new residents into our loving community.    

MorningStar at Bear Creek brings a unique vision to senior living with a mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.” Built on a foundation of honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve, we are committed to creating a true home for residents in an ideal setting. Contact us to learn more about the best assisted living for dementia patients in Colorado Springs.

Another Good Reason to Get Your Flu or Pneumonia Shot!

Not only do flu shots NOT make a person more likely to get Alzheimer’s, a myth that has been around for years, but recent research has found evidence that flu and pneumonia vaccines may actually protect you from Alzheimer’s.  This year’s 2020 Alzheimer’s Association International Conference presented two studies that dealt with this very idea. 

The first study was from the University of Texas where they went through millions of medical records in a national database with the goal of finding factors that appeared to affect a person risk of getting Alzheimer’s.  Albert Amran, a medical student of the McGovern Medical School at the university’s Health Science Center in Houston and an author of the study, relates that one of the commonalities was getting a flu shot.  Researchers took into account other risk factors for Alzheimer’s such as smoking, obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, education, and income as well as the number of prescriptions a person filled as a way to check their overall health.  Even after all that,  Amran explained they found that “People who got at least one flu shot had a 17% reduction in risk, and people who got regular vaccinations saw their risk drop another 13%.

The other study presented at the conference was by a team of researchers from Duke University and the University of North Carolina.  Svetlana Ukraintseva, an associate research professor in the Biodemography of Aging Research Unit at Duke's Social Science Research Institute of Medical Records, said the team studied the medical records of more than 5,000 people at least 65 years and older.  In her presentation to the Conference, she stated they discovered individuals who had a “pneumonia vaccine before the age of 75 was at least 25% less likely to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's.”

While scientists are uncertain why flu and pneumonia vaccinations appear to protect seniors from Alzheimer’s, they have some theories.  One may be the fact that flu and pneumonia adversely affect the brain so protecting a person from the disease protects their brain from damage.  Another theory is that getting the flu or pneumonia can result in a general weakening of the immune system and ultimately allow more bacteria and viruses into the brain, putting them more at risk for Alzheimer’s.  

MorningStar Senior Living of Billings represents the finest in senior living with our unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing our seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve in order to provide a true home for residents.  Please visit our website to learn more about the area’s most trusted assisted living and independent living. 

Source: npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/07/27/894731147/flu-shot-and-pneumonia-vaccine-might-reduce-alzheimers-risk-research-shows

Legal and Care Planning is Important for Everyone

Especially if you are an older adult, you should have a will or trust drawn up as well as a power-of-attorney and an advanced directive.   The difference between a will and a trust is a will is a legal document that goes into effect after the person dies while a trust goes into effect as soon as it is created.  The trustor (the creator of that trust) can name others to be in charge of the trust when she or he becomes incapacitated or dies.

A living will, also known as a Health Care Directive, is a legal document in which a person specifies what actions should be taken for their health care if they are no longer able to make decisions for themselves because of illness or incapacity.  The person named as the health care authority has the power to make medical decisions and sees to it that the wishes of the person is carried out. 

Another legal document many seniors find is a good idea to have is a Durable Power Of Attorney (DPOA).  The document is used if the person (the principal) ever becomes mentally incapacitated and covers both financial and medical decisions.   The attorney-in-fact or agent in effect becomes a legal guardian for the disabled principal.

These types of documents should be drawn up before a person becomes incapacitated.  If someone has a diminished capacity due to Alzheimer’s disease or another medical condition and needs someone to handle their medical and financial decisions, a person can pursue a legal Guardianship status for them.  Legal guardianship is granted by the courts and typically continues throughout the remainder of the person’s life.  Please refer to your financial consultant or attorney for more information. 

MorningStar at Bear Creek provides loving, compassionate assisted living for dementia patients.  Our community is designed to care for those in the early-stage of Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia right through to the most advanced stages. Please visit our website for pricing and availability. 

MorningStar at Bear Creek brings a unique vision to senior living with a mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.” Built on a foundation of honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve, we are committed to creating a true home for residents in an ideal setting. Contact us to learn more about the best assisted living for dementia patients in Colorado Springs.

Compassionate Memory Care in Glendale Arizona

Caring for a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia at home can be a difficult job. Moreover, for some caregivers whose own health is less than perfect, the stress and worry of providing care for a loved one with dementia can be too much. 

MorningStar at Arrowhead’s mission is to provide the best senior living Glendale has to offer, which includes compassionate and loving memory care to those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Staffed by compassionate, dementia care specialists, the Reflections Neighborhood is designed to accommodate the needs of our most tender residents. Furthermore, we are equipped to care for seniors from the onset of the disease right through to the most advanced stages. 

Our loving team takes a holistic approach to memory care that is encompassed under the expanse of possibilities we call “Lavender Sky,” and is how we thoughtfully enter, embrace and explore the very different and isolating world of dementia. To fully support residents, we intentionally enter into the “purple world” of dementia and lovingly cross over the physical and emotional boundaries that would otherwise separate us. 

The families of MorningStar’s memory care residents feel comforted knowing that every aspect of our Reflections Neighborhood delivers focused care including mealtimes intended to stimulate the often-flagging appetites of residents. In addition, we leverage the power of music, dance, art, aromatherapy, and animals to heal and comfort as well as take into account the uniqueness of each person. And most importantly, we embrace hope. 

MorningStar at Arrowhead is safely accepting new residents and we are very confident in our enhanced protocols for dealing with COVID-19. To ensure the safety of residents and team members alike, we have temporarily suspended non-essential visitors and vendors from entering our senior living communities, ramped up our cleaning and disinfecting procedures, and more. Please visit our website for additional information.

MorningStar at Arrowhead offers the very best in assisted living and memory care with our distinct mission statement “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. Visit our website to learn more about the finest senior living Glendale AZ offers.

We Offer a Variety of Senior Living Options

MorningStar of Billings is a gorgeous senior living community nestled in the west end of Billings, the largest city in Montana.  While our spacious independent and assisted living campus is situated in a beautiful, park-like neighborhood offering spectacular views of the Rockies, it is convenient to both shopping and medical facilities.  

Also did you know that the city of Billings is home to four golf courses and is just miles away from Red Lodge, Montana, known for its quaint, historic buildings and a menu of winter and summer adventures?  In fact Billings, Montana was honored to be voted #24 in the “2019 Top 100 Best Places to Live” by Livibility.com.

Part of our community includes 32 free-standing cottages for active, independent seniors that include a floor plan of over 1,225 square feet of space.  In addition our main building has another 72 independent living suites.  We also are honored to offer assisted living for those requiring a little help with activities of daily living, and holistic memory care for those suffering from Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

Other lesser known senior living options offered by MorningStar of Billings include short stays and respite care for those recovering from surgery or otherwise convalescing. We provide quiet quarters and personal attendance to help you fully recover as well as community services and built-in companionship that can be just as important to the healing process.  Our community also offers respite care for anyone whose caregiver is in need of a short, well-deserved break.    

Many of us know firsthand that despite the hardships and sorrows they cause, major crises and disruptions such as COVID -19 often give rise to innovation. As MorningStar’s senior communities have always been purpose-built to protect, we have now added Electrostatic Disinfecting Technology to our rigorous protocols, which is an emergent weapon in the fight to protect. Please ask us for more information about Electrostatic Disinfecting Technology, which is harmless to people but deadly against infectious disease.  Furthermore we invite you to visit our website to learn more about the area’s premier senior assisted living community offering the area’s finest independent living, assisted living and memory care.  

MorningStar Senior Living of Billings represents the finest in senior living with our unique mission statement: “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing our seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve, we create a true home for residents.  Visit our website to learn more about the area’s best assisted living and independent living.