Do Your Parents have a Fear of Assisted Living?

Way too often older adults have a fear about assisted living that is based on misinformation. While we acknowledge a big change for a senior as it may mean leaving behind a beloved family home, it doesn’t mean an end to their privacy and independence. If the time has come when a parent may be safer and better cared for by the many services offered by assisted living, adult children can be supportive by getting the facts.

Most communities offer private suites in a range of configurations. At MorningStar of Littleton, our 65 assisted living suites are located over three-stories in studio and one-and-two-bedroom configurations. Residents have a choice of size and location preferences in smartly-designed studios ranging from 327 to 475 square feet to our largest two-bedroom units from 704 to 730 square feet. Each apartment has its own door and a lock; and is the resident’s very own cozy sanctuary. If a parent’s fear is losing their independence, let them know the goal of our community is to provide the services needed to maintain their independence and to get them back to living life on their own terms.   

Another fear many seniors have of assisted living is they think it is too expensive. The truth is they may not have factored in all of the services and amenities provided by the community. Furthermore we believe there are many financial resources open to them beyond retirement savings and investments. To help explore options, MorningStar has partnered with “Financial Concierges” whose agents can educate you on the financial resources potentially out there to help pay for independent living, or memory care.

A person may also be reluctant to move to senior living as they are afraid their family and friends may forget about them. At MorningStar communities, we welcome visits from family and friends and provide adequate parking to ensure easy visits. Moreover, along with their own apartment to host visitors, we have plenty of relaxing, attractive common areas throughout our community both inside and out that are ideal for friendly visits. 

Lastly some adults think community living means they are forced to participate in activities. While MorningStar of Littleton has a full array of meaningful and fun activities, no one is forced to participate. However we do remind a person they will be missed; and our activities are so diverse in interest we think you may find something you want to do. 

To learn more about MorningStar of Littleton’s assisted living or memory care, we invite you to set up a personalized tour. We take great pride in providing trusted senior living Littleton, CO families count on. Our team looks forward to answering any questions you may have in regard to our or Alzheimer’s care.