Memory Care Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All. Here’s What Families Should Know.
Rossville, GA — April 1, 2026 — Save the date! Morning Pointe Senior Living will host a grand opening open house for The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence, Happy Valley, on Thursday, June 18 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., with an official ribbon cutting at 4:30 p.m. Now complete and welcoming residents, the community has been thoughtfully designed around a simple but important truth: memory care is not one-size-fits-all.
At The Lantern at Morning Pointe Senior Living at Happy Valley, that philosophy comes to life through two distinct, secure memory care areas—Lamplight and Lantern—each designed to meet residents where they are in their journey. Individuals in earlier stages of memory loss benefit from structure, independence, and engaging social opportunities, while those with more advanced needs are supported in a smaller, more intimate setting focused on comfort, calm routines, and personalized care. By offering these two levels of support under one roof, the community helps reduce confusion, ease transitions, and ensure each resident is supported in the right environment at the right time.
This thoughtful approach extends beyond the physical space and into how care is delivered each day. Associates are trained in the Best Friends™ Approach, which focuses on building meaningful relationships and truly knowing each resident as an individual. By understanding a person’s life story, recognizing what it feels like to live with dementia, and knowing how to respond when communication becomes difficult, associates are able to create moments of connection that help residents feel safe, valued, and understood.
In addition, the community practices the Teepa Snow Positive Approach™ to dementia care, creating a supportive and calming environment through purposeful, engaging daily routines. Activities are designed to be familiar, achievable, and meaningful, helping residents stay involved and experience success throughout the day. This combination of relationship-based care and thoughtful programming provides structure while supporting dignity, comfort, and quality of life.
The new Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence represents an investment not only in local seniors and their families, but also in the future of Walker County. Along with expanding specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia services for area families, the project supported approximately 100 construction jobs and will add 75 permanent healthcare and support positions. Through payroll, property taxes and the local purchase of goods and services, the Happy Valley campus is expected to generate more than $35 million in annual economic impact.
The community is already bringing this approach to life through Morning Pointe Senior Living’s Meaningful Day™ program, focusing on personalized programming rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. By investing time in understanding each resident’s past roles, routines, and interests, associates create individualized experiences that support purpose, connection, and engagement.
With licensed nursing oversight and care staff supporting residents, families can have confidence knowing their loved ones are cared for in an environment designed for both clinical support and meaningful living.
Families are welcome to tour the community at any time and are also invited to be part of this special grand opening celebration in June, experiencing firsthand the thoughtful design, care, and connection that define The Lantern at Morning Pointe Senior Living at Happy Valley
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.
