The Perks of Pet Adoption for Seniors
You have probably been told that having a pet is a huge responsibility. While this is certainly true, adopting a pet can also be very rewarding. For seniors who may be experiencing the grief of losing a loved one, or who are maybe looking for a new experience, adopting a pet could be a beneficial choice.
By being pet-friendly, MorningStar Senior Living in Parker encourages residents to live active and fulfilling lifestyles with a close companion by their side. Keep reading to see the benefits to adopting a pet while in your elder years.
Unconditional love and affection
In retirement, seniors may start to experience more loneliness, isolation, or grief. This is especially true if a senior has lost someone very close to them whom they lived with. Adopting a pet can provide seniors with unconditional love and affection during difficult times or when working through grief and loss.
Maintaining Routines & A Newfound Sense of Purpose
Pets help us stay active and maintain routines. Once you begin bonding with a new pet, you will dedicate time to a feeding, walking, and play time schedule. Having a pet schedule can help us feel more involved in our own lives.
Our pets also rely on us. For many seniors, it may have been a long time since they last cared for someone unable to do so on their own. Adopting a pet can provide seniors with a sense of purpose to care for and protect something other than ourselves. This is what can make owning a pet very rewarding.
Pet Friendly Senior Living in Parker
Not only are our pets companions that bring us tons of joy, but they greatly benefit the lives of seniors in numerous ways. This is why MorningStar is a pet-friendly senior living community. We encourage seniors in assisted living to bring their pets as they provide added comfort and support. However, seniors should carefully consider their abilities and lifestyle before adopting a pet to ensure a successful relationship. Some communities have a weight limit on pets, and we do need to assess an animal’s appropriateness for our community on a case-by-case basis. Check-in with your MorningStar community to review any breed restrictions or other limitations.
Find Your New Assisted Living Home Today
Contact us to learn more about MorningStar’s retirement homes and senior living options in Parker, Colorado. Our staff is happy to answer any questions you have. Our website also provides information on our company’s history and vision, as well as what sets us apart from other senior living facilities in Colorado.
The unique mission statement of MorningStar Parker “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities. Our foundation is built upon honoring God, valuing all seniors, and investing in staff with a felt calling to serve. Dedicated to creating a real home for residents within a beautiful setting, we encourage you to see for yourself our exceptional offering for independent and assisted living in Parker, Colorado.