Assisted Living Can Be a Healthier Lifestyle for Seniors Than Living Alone

As people grow older, their needs change and many require help with daily personal care activities. This can present a dilemma in families as some elderly seniors firmly state that they do not want to move into assisted living. However, when the pressure to assume caretaking responsibilities continues to grow for family members and even safety is a concern, they may have to investigate alternatives.

It is important to know that research shows assisted living can be a healthier lifestyle for seniors than living alone. They have access to 24/7 care as well as the benefits that come from socializing with others. In addition, keep in mind that your parent’s home may need costly modifications to make it safe for them to continue to live there while assisted living communities are designed to address those needs. Moreover, along with the assistance they need with daily personal care, communities such as MorningStar of Santa Fe provide a range of wellness programs and activities that support residents’ mental, physical, spiritual, and social connections.

In addition, wholesome, nutritional daily meals as well as housekeeping and laundry services mean your parents will have their basic needs met seamlessly. Lastly, something often overlooked regarding assisted living is that with proper assistance, rather than your parent’s fear of losing their independence becoming true, they will actually get it back. Also, by getting the needed assistance from the staff, it allows families to just enjoy spending time together without the added responsibility of being caregivers.

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Santa Fe provides the finest senior housing Santa Fe, NM has to offer, with a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community. Options include 56 private assisted living suites in a variety of configurations including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. In our Reflections Neighborhood, devoted to caring for seniors suffering from memory loss due to Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, we have 29 secure suites. Located on the city’s west side, near the intersection of St. Francis and St. Michael, our community has wonderful mountain views and is convenient for shopping and other services. Please contact us for more information.

MorningStar takes tremendous pride in the reputation we have earned for excellence and authenticity since our inception in 2003. We believe the human capacity to grow, to learn and to contribute is ageless; and we act upon that truth daily, as we care for, inspire, and love the residents under our roof. Contact us to learn more about the finest senior housing Santa Fe, NM offers.