Helping Your Body to Recover from Surgery

 

Medical experts say there are things we can do before and after that may help encourage our recovery from surgery. One of the first things says Dr. Charla Fischer, an orthopedic surgeon at NYU Langone Spine Center in New York City, is to think of surgery not as a sprint but rather as a full marathon or race. She explains, "The surgery itself is just the first part of the race – there is also the recovery after. You want your body to be as prepared as possible, and exercise and good nutrition before and after surgery are part of this."

Before your surgery, your doctor may have you screened for a series of health problems including malnutrition, anemia, diabetes and pain, and then take steps to address them. As exercise is another important part of getting in shape, you should talk to your surgeon about what is safe for you to do. If you feel you need more guidance, ask if you are a candidate for a pre-habilitation program as it can show you the best type of exercise to safely strengthen your body in readiness for surgery. Also, be sure to ask about what kind of exercise is safe to do after the surgery. Doctors say typically the quicker you are to move, the quicker you get your strength back.

If you find yourself suffering from preoperative anxiety, ask your surgeon to walk you through the experience so you know what to expect including “pre-surgery, during surgery, the hospital stay and recovery after surgery," Dr. Fisher explains. Your post-surgery diet should be rich in protein, and avoid sugary and processed foods. Also stay hydrated. Quitting smoking is another thing that offers big benefits in post-surgical outcomes as “smoking increases the risk of blood clots, reduces the ability of blood to carry oxygen to the tissues that need it and increases stress on the heart.” Finally, if something doesn’t seem right about your recovery, contact your surgeon.

At MorningStar at Jordan, we provide high-quality assisted living and memory care as well as respite care. Respite or temporary care is a great option for seniors who are recovering from surgery or an illness and require some day-to-day support services. Along with providing a fully furnished suite, our respite residents are treated to three healthy and delicious daily meals prepared by our Executive Chef, 24-hour care and medication management. Please visit our website for more information.

MorningStar at Jordan 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 outstanding assisted living and memory care in Centennial, CO.

Source: health.usnews.com/health-care/patient-advice/articles/tips-for-recovering-from-surgery

Independent Living Offers Lots of Benefits

 

 

While there may be a number of senior living facilities in the Billings area, we would like to introduce you to one of the best. Independent living at MorningStar of Billings offers 32 free-standing cottages as well as another 72 bright suites in our main building for seniors who love the idea of carefree retirement years.

Situated on the west side of Billings, our community not only boasts a serene country setting within a beautiful, park-like neighborhood with spectaculars views of the Rockies but is still close to shopping centers and the medical community. In addition Billings itself is a great place to live as it is home to four golf courses and just miles away from Red Lodge, Montana, renowned for quaint, historic buildings and plenty of winter and summer activities.

For the most active seniors, our spacious, 32 free-standing patio homes offer plenty of privacy and are available in 2- bedroom, 2-bath configurations. Square footage ranges from 1112 to 1236 and all cottages have a one-car garage, fireplace, and ceiling fan as well as full kitchens and high-end finishes. Moreover all of MorningStar’s independent living suites and cottages provide residents’ peace of mind with predictable budgeting, activities and programming, meals you no longer need to cook, and the pleasure of built-in companionship.

For seniors who require a little help with daily personal care activities, we have 70 assisted living suites and another 36 secure suites for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory impairments. Also while you will find our website showcases pictures of our gorgeous community, it doesn’t show the loving atmosphere that permeates throughout our home. We attribute this to our exceptional care team that feels honored to serve seniors, and has helped to make our home the top choice for Billings’ families.

In addition we are safely accepting new residents, and as a member of our community, you will have priority access to the COVID vaccine. Please visit our website for contact information and to learn more about our various senior living options, pricing and availability.

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 one of the area’s premier senior living facilities.

Learn More About MorningStar’s Community in Glendale, AZ

 

If you are looking one of the best retirement homes Glendale offers, we invite you to learn more about MorningStar at Arrowhead. Our leadership team always welcomes phone calls and email inquiries regarding our community. In addition, we have a very informative website that focuses on many of the different aspects of our community as well as provides some background on our company.

For instance, our home page offers a great description of our home, a brief comment from our Executive Director, a map showing our location as well as a Gallery of pictures to illustrate the detailed attention to welcoming spaces and beautiful design. Our home page also has a button to Amenities that describes many of the community’s resort-style amenities. Clicking on Suite Amenities highlights the comforts within our 60 private assisted living suites and 25 suites devoted to the individualized care of residents with memory impairment. Our suites are available in studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom configurations, and you can view specifics by clicking on the Floor Plans button.

We also encourage you to view the virtual tour on our home page. Here you will get a good look at some of our open common areas including dining rooms, library, fitness room, theater, salon, and more. You will also get a chance to see our well-appointed suites. In addition, we share background on some of the guiding principles of MorningStar Senior Living including our mission statement and core values consisting of Love, Respect, Honesty, Fairness, Goodness, and Kindness.

We then suggest you browse through the links at the top of the page to learn more about First Steps, Lifestyle Options, Wellness and Our Heart. More questions are answered on our FAQ page (under First Steps) including what makes MorningStar different; understanding senior living; care services; pricing, COVID-19 protocols; and the move in process. If you like what you see please contact us for pricing, available and any other questions you may have. We look forward to hearing from you.

Our mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other retirement homes Glendale, AZ has to offer. 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, MorningStar at Arrowhead provides outstanding assisted living and memory care.

A Simple Tip to Help You Keep Your New Year’s Resolution

 

By the time February comes around each year, surveys show that as many as 80% of us have already fallen short of sticking to a New Year’s resolution. Despite our best efforts, it is not always easy to keep resolutions, but science may provide a clue as to how we can achieve better results.

A new study recently published in the journal PLOS One, reports on a simple trick that may help us stick to our resolutions. The study found people had more success once they changed the way they looked at what they are trying to accomplish. For instance, rather than commit to something you wish to stop, “simply rephrase your resolution as something positive you’d like to commit to doing.” The study’s lead author, Per Carlbring, explains that it is practically impossible to erase a behavior, but much simpler to replace it with something else.” He advises to think: I will start to do ______. Not, I will quit or avoid ______.

The 2017 research involved more than 1,000 participants who were encouraged to make New Year’s resolutions. Participants were divided into three groups with one group getting no support, the second some support, and the third received regular support to help keep their resolution throughout the year.

By the end of the study, researchers found no difference between the success rates of the three groups. What did matter was how the resolution had been worded. Nearly 60% of those with a positive approach succeeded as opposed to 47% who took a more “avoidance approach.” While it may not seem like much of a difference, Lynn Bufka, the associate executive director for practice research and policy at the American Psychological Association, says it is in line with what is known about goal setting in the clinical world. She explains that taking a positive approach is typically more successful, as is establishing really specific goals.

At MorningStar of Billings, we are one of the area’s finest senior living facilities and provide independent living, assisted living and memory care. Our beautiful home is dedicated to providing residents with a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community for carefree retirement years. Please visit our website for more information as well as to contact us regarding availability and pricing.

MorningStar Senior Living of Billings represents the finest in senior living with a unique mission statement of: “to honor, to serve, to invest.” Proving a true home for residents, our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve. We invite you to visit our website for more info regarding the area’s top senior living facilities for independent living, assisted living and memory care.

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Assisted Living at MorningStar’s Community in Centennial, CO

 

 

 

If you have been relying on a piecemeal approach to care for your elderly parent’s various needs, you may want to consider moving them into an assisted living community. Especially now during the pandemic, having a series of people coming into their home on a daily basis may not make good sense. Another thing many are not aware of is that assisted living can be more affordable than in-home care services. Experts say if you are paying for more than 40 hours of weekly care, all told, assisted living is probably less expensive.

Moreover, the peace of mind you get knowing trained care managers are always available to help navigate changes in your loved one’s health, is priceless. At MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Jordan, we work hard to create a true “home” for our residents. We define health and well-being holistically and offer services and programming that supports the whole person: body, mind and spirit.

As an assisted living resident, your parent will have an individualized care plan created just for them after an extensive interview process with our Wellness Director. It includes an assessment of their current health as well as a full review of their medical history. Additionally, we routinely re-evaluate the needs of our residents and update care plans as needed. Monthly costs are based on the level of care (we have five levels), along with various auxiliary services, both medical and non-medical, that are priced a la carte.

MorningStar at Jordan is committed to serving seniors and ensuring they are treated with the respect and dignity they deserve. We invite you to take a look at our website to learn more about our amenities, our services, and our company’s philosophy to care. We continue to work tirelessly to stay abreast of the health care crisis and to mitigate the rippling societal effects of the lockdown through innovation and adoption of new practices. One of those practices includes the use of Electrostatic Disinfectant technology that is perfectly safe for humans but deadly against infectious diseases.

MorningStar at Jordan 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 outstanding assisted living and memory care in Centennial, CO.

MorningStar at Bear Creek Provides Individualized, Loving Memory Care

 

 

Are you the adult child or spouse of someone who is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia? MorningStar at Bear Creek understands the anguish and heartache that families go through seeing their beloved mom, dad, or spouse change before their eyes. If the diagnosis is recent, you are most likely wrestling with lots of questions including what will the future bring and who will be there to provide the level of care the person will probably need.

At MorningStar, we are dedicated to providing the finest memory care Colorado Springs offers, and we focus on nurturing and supporting the essence of the individual regardless of the extent of the memory loss. The goal of MorningStar’s methods is to affirm dignity and value of each resident and to support choice and independence as much as possible.

As dementia care experts, we provide specialized care to each resident and are equipped to care for the person from the onset of the disease to the most advanced stages. Our community was designed from the ground up to give residents the freedom to safely explore their surroundings, including secure courtyards, patios, and strolling paths. Private suites are available in a variety of floor plans and offer high ceilings, large windows, wall-to-wall carpeting and mini-blinds.

Every aspect of our memory care is tailored to serve the needs of our most tender residents from a team of exceptional caregivers to meals, wellness programs and services. Once your loved one decides to join the MorningStar family, we meet with your family to learn as much as we can about their personal preferences, medical history and background in order to create an individualized care plan. Every resident receives 24-hour care, daily health monitoring, access to a full-time nurse, and participates in daily activities. Visit our website for contact information and give us a call, email, or use our Virtual Assistant for immediate help.

MorningStar at Bear Creek brings a unique vision to senior living with our 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. We are dedicated to creating a true home for residents within an ideal setting and encourage you to learn more about the finest memory care Colorado Springs offers.

Learn More About MorningStar at Arrowhead

 

MorningStar at Arrowhead is a part of the MorningStar Senior Living company whose vision is “to be a company of servant-minded, purpose-driven leaders in our senior communities and throughout the world.” This means right from the start we have made a point to staff our loving home with individuals who feel called to serve and understand that seniors deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.

In addition, we support MorningStar’s mission of serving others here at home and throughout the world including supporting the Alzheimer’s Association and the Casa Bernabé orphanage in Puerto Cabezas, Nicaragua. We also support MorningStar’s partnership with “Lifewater,” a non-profit organization that focuses on delivering safe water sources to villages across the globe.

MorningStar at Arrowhead is also guided by our company’s founding principles that include:

• Honoring God in our business practices and relationships

• Valuing all seniors as gifted and contributing individuals

• Investing generously in our team’s ability to serve well

Thus our home’s first priority is to create a comfortable, compassionate home while striving to meet residents’ social, emotional, physical and spiritual needs. Also, while our company was founded on a Judeo-Christian tradition, we honor all faith systems and worldviews, and understand it is our responsibility to honor spiritual preferences as part of caring for the whole person.

MorningStar at Arrowhead has 60 stylish assisted living suites as well as 25 suites in our Reflections Neighborhood devoted to the care of those suffering from Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related diseases. Visit our website to learn what sets our community apart from other retirement communities Glendale offers and why our residents are happy to call MorningStar “home.”

Our mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other retirement communities Glendale AZ has to offer. 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, MorningStar at Arrowhead provides outstanding assisted living and memory care.