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48 Years Later, The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence, Russell Resident Receives Special Honor for Historic DAR Achievement
ASHLAND, Ky. (August 13, 2026) — Some honors are worth waiting nearly half a century to celebrate. For Betty, a resident of The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence, Russell, a special recognition recently brought her back to a remarkable chapter of her life. Forty-eight years after being named Kentucky’s Outstanding Junior member of
Local Attorney Nancy Cogar Leads Community Conversation on Planning for Aging at Morning Pointe of Hixson
HIXSON, Tenn. (August 12, 2026) — Planning for the future can be difficult to talk about, especially when it involves aging, caregiving and decisions families may one day face. But for families who have already experienced the challenges of caregiving, having those conversations early can make all the difference. That was the focus of a recent
Seniors Got Talent Returns to Franklin Following Record-Breaking Year Supporting Student Scholarships
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (August 4, 2026) – Last year, the Franklin community applauded more than unforgettable performances. Together, supporters helped raise a record-breaking nearly $40,000 through the Morning Pointe Foundation’s Seniors Got Talent competition, providing scholarships for students pursuing healthcare careers across Middle Tennessee. Now, the stage is set to do it again. The Morning Pointe Foundation is bringing Seniors
Athens Community Invited to Tee Off for a Cause at Morning Pointe Foundation Golf Tournament
Golfers and sponsors can still join the July 29 event supporting scholarships and caregiver education ATHENS, Tenn. July 27, 2026 — There is still time for golfers, businesses and community members to be part of a day that makes a lasting impact. The Morning Pointe Foundation is making a final call for participants to register for
Miss America 2026 Cassie Donegan to Make Special Appearance at Morning Pointe Foundation Seniors Got Talent Finals
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE National titleholder brings her passion for the arts to celebrate one of the Southeast’s premier senior talent competitions CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (July 20, 2026) – One of the country’s most recognizable ambassadors for the arts is headed to Chattanooga. Miss America 2026 Cassie Donegan will make a special appearance at Morning Pointe’s 7th
Morning Pointe Senior Living Hosts Proactive Aging and Planning Event Featuring Chattanooga Attorney, Aging Advocate, Podcast Host and Author Nancy A. Cogar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ooltewah, Tenn. July 16, 2026 — The U.S. Census Bureau anticipates a never-before-seen boom in the nation’s older adult population over the next several years. By 2030, there are expected to be more adults age 65 and older in the United States than ever before. The aging of the Baby Boomer generation
Chattanooga Community Invited to Celebrate Local Talent at Seniors Got Talent Finals
Annual competition brings together families, volunteers and audiences to cheer on talented older adults from across the region CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (July 1, 2026) – After weeks of auditions across the Chattanooga area, the stage is set for the 7th Annual Morning Pointe Seniors Got Talent, where local older adults will perform in front of a live
Extreme Heat Poses Greater Risk for Older Adults as Temperatures Climb Across the Southeast
Senior living experts encourage families to take precautions to help aging loved ones stay safe during prolonged heat OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (July 1, 2026) – With temperatures soaring across the Southeast and heat advisories issued throughout much of the region, older adults face an increased risk of heat-related illnesses that can quickly become serious without proper precautions.
Athens Community Invited to Tee Off for a Cause at Morning Pointe Foundation Golf Tournament
Golf tournament supports scholarships for future healthcare professionals and caregiver education across the Southeast ATHENS, Tenn. (July 1, 2026) — Golfers, businesses and community members are invited to come together for a day of friendly competition with a meaningful purpose during the Morning Pointe Foundation Golf Tournament on Wednesday, July 29, at Springbrook Golf & Country
Morning Pointe of Spring Hill Earns Deficiency-Free State Health Survey
Spring Hill, Tenn. (June 30, 2026) — Choosing an assisted living community is one of the most important decisions a family can make. At Morning Pointe of Spring Hill Assisted Living, that decision was recently reinforced through a deficiency-free annual health licensure survey conducted by the Tennessee Department of Health. The unannounced inspection evaluates every aspect