What is Independent Living

Independent living, also known as retirement living, is a popular lifestyle choice for seniors who want to maintain their independence while having access to amenities, social activities, and assistance when needed. Independent living communities such as MorningStar at Silver Lake provide seniors with a maintenance-free lifestyle so they can enjoy their retirement years. 

Residents have the freedom to come and go as they please, and they can take part in a variety of social activities and events, not to mention, they don’t have to worry about yard work, home repairs, or maintenance tasks. Additionally, many independent living communities offer a variety of services and amenities, such as housekeeping, transportation, and 24-hour security.

Independent Living at MorningStar at Silver Lake

MorningStar at Silver Lake is the perfect choice for seniors who want to enjoy their retirement years. We offer a retirement lifestyle that is active, engaging, and fun. Our community is designed for seniors who want to enjoy their retirement years. We offer a variety of social activities and events, such as exercise classes, game nights, and outings to local attractions. Our transportation services make it easy for residents to get around, and our housekeeping services allow them to live maintenance-free.

At MorningStar at Silver Lake we offer a fitness center, billiards and game room, computer lounge, and we are proud to offer an all-day, restaurant-style dining for our residents. We offer a variety of suites with many different spacious floor plans, handicap-accessible bathrooms, community laundry rooms, private heating, and all interior/exterior maintenance, among many other services and amenities. This allows our residents to age in place and enjoy all that our community has to offer.

Assisted Living at MorningStar at Silver Lake

We also offer assisted living in our senior living community. Assisted living is more suitable for seniors who only need a little bit of assistance with the activities of daily living while still retaining their independence. We have a care team that is available 24 hours a day to provide assistance, and our staff can help residents with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, or medication management if needed. Please contact us to learn more.

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 independent living and assisted living in Everett, WA.

Planning a Move to Senior Housing?

If you are moving from your own home into an independent or senior living community, most likely you will want to downsize. While it can sound overwhelming to go through a whole household of stuff and whittle it down to fit into a modest sized apartment, a few tips will help. 

Without question it is a lot of work and can be stressful and emotional but the Internet offers lots of useful information from organizing experts. Most say the trick is to prepare in advance by making a plan and allowing plenty of time. Remember, if you are interested, there are companies who offer these services and will do everything from helping with the downsizing process to packing up, and moving your things to your new home. 

Now you are ready for the sorting out process deciding what you will bring and what to give to family, donate, or throw away. This is the hardest task as your house is full of memories but again here is where a system works. Experts say sort by rooms and simplify the task by making a “yes” pile and a “no” pile. They warn not to make a “maybe” pile as it can end up growing in size and complicate your plan. Again, remember the goal is to simplify your life and not overcrowd the new place with useless stuff.   

Things to consider are the size of your new place and its layout (get measurements). You will want furniture scaled to fit as well as room for hobbies or musical instruments that are important to you. Also consider the amenities your new place offers such as a dining service. If most of your meals will be prepared by your new community, you will just need the basics in your kitchen. If the new place has a fitness center, there is no need to bring your own equipment.

Looking for an independent senior living in Everett, WA?  MorningStar at Silver Lake is a 55+ community that offers a vibrant, active lifestyle. Residents will enjoy carefree retirement years as we handle the maintenance and provide onsite luxury amenities, care services and a community of friends. Visit our website for contact information, photos, floor plans and a list of amenities.

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 independent and assisted living Everett, WA offers.