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Being the Caregiver for an Elderly Parent Can Be Very Stressful


Being a caregiver for an elderly parent or another loved one can be stressful and over time your duties can increase to a point where it is more than you can handle. For your wellbeing and that of your parent’s, it is probably time to make a change. Today’s senior living communities offer a range of options including assisted living, designed to provide help with the ADLs (activities of daily living). This level of care allows the senior to regain their sense of independence; and for you, your time with mom or dad goes back to just enjoying being together.

Senior living communities like MorningStar of Pasadena offer assisted living residents much more than just comprehensive physical care. Residents enjoy a whole range of amenities and services as well as the opportunity to make new friends.

At MorningStar, once the family decides to entrust us with the care of their loved one, we do a thorough evaluation of the person's medical history, background and personal preferences. Then we create a care plan approved by you and your parents, which is also routinely updated to address any changes in care. Mom or dad will receive access to a full-time licensed nurse and a caring, responsive 24-hour staff. We also offer medication management services.

MorningStar’s stylish suites come in a range of floor plans including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom configurations. Amenities include a fitness center, bistro, billiards room, poker room, community store, raised garden beds, theatre/chapel, private dining room and more. In addition, we offer a range of wellness programs and activities designed to promote a healthy, engaged lifestyle.

Other services include scheduled transportation and onsite therapeutic services such as physical therapy and occupational therapy. Weekly housekeeping keeps mom or dad’s suite spotless, and linen and laundry services keep life simple. A five-star meal service ensures your loved one gets the daily nutrition they need. For more information on the finest senior living in Pasadena, CA please visit our website.

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 living Pasadena, CA offers.

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