CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — March 18, 2026 — Caring for a loved one with dementia can be both meaningful and overwhelming, often leaving families searching for guidance, reassurance, and practical support. The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence Chattanooga will host “Moments of Grace,” a Memory Caregiver Summit designed to equip caregivers with knowledge, connect them with trusted local resources, and offer encouragement for the journey ahead.
This special Caregiver Luncheon and Educational Event will feature local vendors, trusted local experts, and knowledgeable professional speakers. Attendees will enjoy lunch, fun giveaways, and practical resources focused on dementia care and caregiver wellness.
Topics will include:
- Understanding and Managing Sundowning and Behaviors
- Dementia Medications: What to Expect and What’s New
- Handling Emergencies and Crisis Situations
- The Importance of Movement and Social Engagement
- Finding Renewal and Strength in the Caregiving Journey
Companion care will be provided during the event for loved ones living with dementia, allowing caregivers to fully participate and learn in a supportive environment.
Tickets are $20 and include lunch and one raffle ticket. T-shirts will also be available for purchase for $20 each. Proceeds from the event benefit the Morning Pointe Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public service organization that provides caregiver support programs, sponsors educational awareness events, and funds clinical scholarships in nursing, clinical therapy, culinary arts, and social work.
In the Tennessee Valley, the Morning Pointe Foundation partners with local institutions including:
- Cleveland State Community College
- Chattanooga State Community College
- Southern Adventist University
- The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology Athens
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology Chattanooga
- Tennessee Wesleyan University
Community members are encouraged to reserve tickets by emailing chattanooga-lan-crd@morningpointe.com or by calling (423) 551-4190.
About Morning Pointe Senior Living
Founded in 1997 by healthcare entrepreneurs Greg A. Vital and J. Franklin Farrow, Morning Pointe Senior Living operates assisted living and Alzheimer’s memory care communities in five southeastern states, including AL, GA, IN, KY & TN. For more information, visit morningpointe.com.
The philanthropic arm of Morning Pointe Senior Living is the Morning Pointe Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that works to provide clinical scholarships and caregiver support.
