DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) – Senior Star at Elmore Place’s assisted living services are helping prevent and delay early onset dementia, enhancing residents’ quality of life through comprehensive care and innovative programs.
The following are talking points during the in depth interview about services offered.
What does Assisted Living at Senior Star at Elmore Place really look like, and how does it differ from common misconceptions?
- Assisted Living at Elmore Place is about more than just care; it’s a kickstart to a life filled with friendships, new experiences, and continued education.
- We offer a vibrant lifestyle with social and wellness opportunities, allowing residents to continue living their lives fully.
- The misconception that assisted living is a loss of independence is far from reality. Our community fosters independence in a supportive environment, surrounded by like-minded individual.
A recent study from the University of Chicago shows that individuals in senior living communities experience better health outcomes. How does Senior Star at Elmore Place contribute to these positive outcomes?
- The study highlights that residents in senior living communities experience decreased vulnerability, receive more healthcare services, and have increased longevity.
- Our comprehensive care approach ensures residents have access to proactive healthcare, personalized wellness programs, and round-the-clock support.
- This not only helps residents live better longer, but it also helps delay early onset dementia.
- https://www.nic.org/assessing-health-wellbeing
September is World Alzheimer’s Month. Can you share how Senior Star at Elmore Place helps prevent and delay early onset dementia?
- Individuals experiencing early-onset dementia are still living full and happy lives. Senior Star’s assisted living community focuses on quality of life and cognitive engagement. Our offerings include a premium dining program, brain health initiatives, and wellness activities designed to nurture all aspects of well-being.
- Senior Star recognizes that the major risk factors for early onset dementia include social isolation, inadequate nutrition and health conditions such as stroke, heart disease and diabetes. Our community provides a comprehensive approach to help residents prevent the onset of the disease and support the residents and caregivers who are living with the disease.
- At Senior Star, residents benefit from the community’s holistic approach to wellness, which targets the Mind, Body & Spirit through our 7 Areas of Wellness. From state-of-the-art fitness programs like the Senso Think & Move machine, which promotes cognitive and physical health, to engaging group activities like Rock Steady Boxing and Laughter Yoga, residents have access to unique tools that make staying healthy fun.
- As advancements are made in medications to slow cognitive decline, our approach prioritizes overall health and well-being from a clinical perspective. Licensed care staff provide 24/7 support for routine needs and emergencies, ensuring proactive healthcare and enhancing residents’ quality of life.
- Our licensed nurses adopt a proactive rather than reactive approach to healthcare, delivering peace of mind to families. By letting us handle the complexities of care, families can enjoy more quality time with their loved ones while we focus on promoting health and happiness.
Support for caregivers:
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- On-site support groups connect family members with others going through similar experiences.
- Dedicated healthcare professionals advocate for residents, working closely with families to provide high-quality care and personalized choices.
- Our partnership model ensures families are actively involved in their loved one’s care, fostering a collaborative environment for better health outcomes.
Senior Star is known for its commitment to the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Can you tell us about the upcoming fundraiser and the impact Senior Star has made in this cause?
- We’re hosting Comedy for a Cause on September 26 to support the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, and we invite everyone to join us in this important fundraiser.
- Senior Star has raised over $6 million nationally to fund Alzheimer’s research, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to finding a cure.
- Participating in this event is not only about raising funds but also about coming together as a community to support a cause that affects so many families.
Leasing opportunities are now available at Senior Star at Elmore Place, located at 4502 Elmore Avenue, Davenport, IA.
Visit the facility online here or call 563-549-5856.
QCL – Channel 6 – By Debbie McFadden – Published: Sep. 10, 2024 at 11:31 PM CDT