Des Moines, Iowa – October 6th, 2025
Highmark Senior Living is proud to announce the launch of Joyful Reflections, a thoughtfully designed memory care program now available at Edencrest Senior Living communities across Central Iowa. Developed with input from families, caregivers, and industry experts, Joyful Reflections reimagines memory care with a focus on personal dignity, emotional connection, and daily joy.
“At Highmark, our mission has always been to build and support communities that enrich the lives of our residents,” said Kailee Bonebrake, Regional Memory Care Director, “With Joyful Reflections, we’re taking that mission further by creating a memory care experience that recognizes the full humanity of each resident—their past, their passions, and their potential for meaningful moments every day.”
Joyful Reflections centers around six key principles:
- Person-Centered Routines: Each resident receives an individualized care plan that respects their preferences, history, and abilities.
- Life-Enriching Activities: Daily opportunities for creative expression, sensory stimulation, movement, and social connection.
- A Home-Like Environment: Warm, familiar surroundings personalized with resident mementos and calming design features.
- Empowered Caregivers: A team of memory care-trained professionals dedicated to fostering trust and building strong relationships.
- Family Connection: Transparent communication and inclusive care planning, ensuring families feel supported and involved.
- Purpose & Joy: A culture that encourages small moments of joy, meaningful engagement, and celebration of every chapter of life.
Memory care should never be one-size-fits-all. Joyful Reflections is about embracing who our residents are at every stage of their journey—and creating a space where they feel safe, seen, and celebrated.
The program is now available at all Edencrest Senior Living communities. From shared meals that spark conversation to art, music, and quiet moments of reflection, every aspect of Joyful Reflections is crafted to bring warmth, connection, and happiness to each day.
To learn more about Joyful Reflections or to schedule a tour, visit Joyful Reflections Memory Care or call 515-585-9152.
