Let’s face it, 2020 has been a tough year and many of us are hoping to usher in a better New Year. However before we get to 2021, we will celebrate the holidays and try to make it special for our loved ones including older members of our family. We know the coronavirus has been tough on seniors of whom many have been fairly isolated from family and friends.
So how can we help to make the coming holidays feel special to them despite the pandemic? The Internet has some great gift ideas that range from the practical to the luxurious and priced for those on a budget or someone looking to splurge. To navigate through the numerous suggestions, keep in mind your loved one’s lifestyle, and whether they have mobility or physical ailments that could use a little ingenuity to make life easier. One practical gift idea that is not too expensive is a sound bar for mom or dad’s TV. It is not just their imagination that their fancy new TV is harder to clearly understand the dialogue. While manufacturers have put lots of technology into creating magnificent picture screens, it has left many models with very small speakers. A sound bar helps to pick up the voices on the TV, and some even feature adaptive hearing aid technology so mom or dad do not have to blast the volume to understand what is being said. How about giving mom or dad a heated throw if they are always cold; or if they have lots of aches and pains, how about a weighted blanket? If a loved one lives alone and not up to caring for a live pet, how about getting them a robotic one? There are several models designed to appeal to both dog or cat lovers and are equipped with technology that allows the “pet” to respond to voice and touch. Other practical gift ideas include a lap desk, grip and grab tool, long handled shoe horn, magnifying LED light or mirror, or a wireless key and wallet locator. For comfort, how about a neck and back massage cushion or a new memory foam mattress? Whatever you decide on, remember to keep the video calls coming or to safely visit. MorningStar’s Casa Sandoval unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living options. Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve. We are set in a warm, loving environment with exceptional architecture and resort-style amenities. Please visit our website to learn more about trusted senior living in Hayward. Source: heavy.com/gifts/gifts-for-seniors/ If you have started the search for senior living in the Hayward, CA area, we invite you to take a look at MorningStar’s Casa Sandoval that offers carefree independent living and assisted living. Recently remodeled throughout, and newly under the management of the MorningStar Senior Living Company, we think you will be surprised by how much we have to offer.
To familiarize yourself with our lovely community and all of its features, we suggest you start by visiting the MorningStar Casa Sandoval’s website. Along the top of our page we offer many links including information regarding affordability, often underutilized benefits for Vets, and a useful Decision Guide for families wondering if assisted living is the right choice for their loved one. Another useful link is our FAQs that give you a good understanding of what to expect from assisted living and all of the options available. You will learn how we determine a care plan for your parent or spouse as well as the many care services we offer. You will learn something about companion living, respite care, and short-term stays; and yes of course, that we welcome couples. FAQs also have updates on our COVID-19 policies and guidelines. You will see we are pet friendly and provide a quick overview of our pet policy. Other resources include an explanation of our dining services, wellness services, and life enrichment programs. In addition we go over what to expect from independent living and assisted living, and memory care, which other MorningStar communities offer. When you are on our website, please do not forget to take a look at our Gallery page with pictures of our community, read the bios of our management team, and see our list of amenities. We also encourage you to take a look at suite features and floor plans. Most importantly remember our team is here to answer any questions you may have and look forward to meeting with you and your family. MorningStar Casa Sandoval’s unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living options. Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve. We are set in a warm, loving environment with exceptional architecture and resort-style amenities. Please visit our website to learn more about trusted independent living and assisted living in Hayward. As we age, socializing opportunities often start to diminish. Many seniors no longer go into an office daily; while others start to feel uncomfortable driving especially at night, have mobility issues or physical ailments, experienced the recent loss of a spouse, and other factors that limit their ability to socialize. Now add in the fact that many seniors are refraining from joining family activities due to COVID-19, it can be a lonely time for many older adults.
Lack of socialization in the elderly has many downsides. Seniors who say they feel isolated and lonely have been found to have higher rates of depression, more anxiety, lower sense of self-esteem, and shorter life-spans. Conversely older adults with a more robust social network appear to benefit from better physical, mental and cognitive health. Studies show socially active seniors handle stress better, which in turn leads to better cardio health and improved immune systems. While some independent living and assisted living communities may not be as open to the public as they were before the start of the pandemic; nonetheless community living provides peace of mind to residents knowing someone is always around. At the MorningStar Senior Living communities, we adhered to the various states’ guidelines in which a particular community is located to keep residents as safe as possible. At MorningStar’s Casa Sandoval, we proudly announce we are “OPEN to LIFE WHATEVER the SEASON” and that “COVID-19 HAD NO POWER TO CANCEL LOVE!” And we practice that philosophy every day. In fact many of the activities we offer are intended to give residents a chance to relax and just have some fun. With 233 bright suites for independent living and assisted living, Hayward’s MorningStar apartments are true homes that offer residents privacy, comfort, and ease. Please see our website to learn all about our community. MorningStar Casa Sandoval senior living community’s unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living options. Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve. Set in a warm, loving environment, we offer exceptional architecture and resort-style amenities. Please visit our website to learn more about affordable independent and assisted living in Hayward. |
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