Your Pet is Part of the Family at MorningStar
Have you or a loved one made the decision to move into an assisted care facility but worry about what to do with your furry friend during this transition? Pets are often seen as part of the family and bring us a lot of joy, regardless of our age or stage in life. Not only are our pets companions, but they can also help us maintain healthy lifestyles because we recognize the tremendous ministry animals are to all of us.
MorningStar in Des Moines, IA is a pet-friendly senior living facility and we enjoy seeing our residents out and about with their beloved pets. In fact, having a companion animal around encourages a healthy routine in seniors. Taking a dog out for a walk each day boosts daily steps which helps overall health while reducing a sedentary lifestyle. Knowing this, MorningStar at Jordan Creek offers a spacious backdoor courtyard where you can play with your dog and participate in wonderful walking paths surrounding the community.
Caring for your pet provides a sense of purpose and something to look forward to. Family members of residents in assisted living often worry about their loved ones becoming lonely or depressed during their transition from their home. Being pet-friendly allows our assisted living residents to create a routine and something to look forward to when caring for their pets. Simple tasks such as daily grooming, feeding, and playtime with a pet add meaning to our lives. Having pets by their side gives our senior living residents in Des Moines, IA an enriched life.
At MorningStar at Jordan Creek our care services provide a lifestyle of comfort and wellness. Please contact us to learn more about MorningStar or our pet requirements. Some communities have a weight limit on pets, and we need to assess an animal’s appropriateness for our community on a case-by-case basis. There are also some restrictions on breeds. Our staff is happy to answer any questions you have. Our website also provides information on our company’s history, vision, and mission as well as what sets us apart from other retirement homes Des Moines offers.
MorningStar at Jordan Creek proudly provides the very best in assisted living and memory care with our unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.” With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors, and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve, we create a true home for residents amid a beautiful setting. Please contact us for more information about one of the finest retirement homes Des Moines, IA has to offer.