Daystar Senior Living Blog

The population is aging at a rapid rate. According to the World Health Organization, the number of adults over the age of 60 is projected to double by the year 2050! With this increase in the senior population comes the increased need for senior housing and care services.

Tags: Assisted Living

If you're considering a move into an assisted living facility, you may already be looking at possible locations that are close to your home or loved ones in Washington State. While being near at hand is a convenient choice for visiting and socializing, make sure you vet each community thoroughly before making your choice. We have compiled the ultimate list of tips and questions to ask during your tour to help you find the perfect Washington assisted living community for your personal situation.

Tags: Senior Living 101, Assisted Living

If you're ready to consider a change in your retirement lifestyle you might be getting confused by the options available. For most seniors, the most perplexing is figuring out the difference between different levels of senior care. To add to the confusion is the way some communities advertise their campus. Organizations may use different terms to mean the same thing, and the same term to describe different things. A brief rundown on the differences between independent retirement living and assisted living for seniors will help you understand different options while you research.

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Have you thought about going back to college? Why not check out the new park in town? Everyone is looking for new things to do in retirement. The benefits of life-long learning are well researched. Learning new skills is the key to staying sharp because it trains our brain to expect to learn in the future. Daystar Village in Federal Way, Washington is happy to offer some of our insights that keep our residents engaged, connected, and enthusiastic lifelong learners. We understand the unique challenges of offering learning options for active seniors as well as seniors with limited mobility. Supporting and empowering this diverse and vibrant group of seniors is our privilege.

Tags: Senior Living 101, Things To Do, Assisted Living

Bill and Betty booked their third cruise of the year with excitement! They were cashing in some rewards points and splurging on a deluxe stateroom with a balcony, perfect for admiring the epic glaciers gently scrolling by as their ship approached the next Alaskan port. They couldn’t wait to take in the midnight sun and add another page to their growing scrapbook of adventures.

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Facebook is a popular and valuable resource for connection, serving millions of users. However, the constant and unfiltered exchange of information can create a minefield of potential risks to note and navigate. Many people feel more comfortable connecting online when they know more about online safety and the platform they are using.

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Daystar has recently been awarded the Bronze National Quality Award for Assisted Living. This award is given by the American Health Care Association and is based on the Baldridge Excellence Framework. Daystar is honored to have achieved this level and will continue to strive for the next level each year. A huge thank you to all our dedicated staff and our residents who make it easy to receive this award. We are all in this together!

Tags: Senior Health, Assisted Living