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Are Your Parents Reluctant to Consider Assisted Living?


Way too often older adults have anxiety about assisted living that is based on misinformation. While we acknowledge assisted living is 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 assisted living communities offer private suites in a range of configurations. At MorningStar at River Oaks, our six-story building has 85 assisted living suites in studio, one-bedroom and-two-bedroom floor plans. Residents have a choice of size and location in well-designed units ranging from 400 to over 1000 square feet. Each apartment is ready to move into and with the resident’s own furnishings becomes their 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 concern many seniors have about 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 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, assisted 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 at River Oaks 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 will want to do.

To learn more about MorningStar’s assisted living in Houston, please contact us or visit our website to schedule a tour. We look forward to meeting you.

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 for more information about the finest assisted living Houston offers.
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