WALKER COUNTY, Ga. – February 5, 2026- Construction continues to move forward at The Lantern at Morning Pointe Happy Valley, the newest addition to the Morning Pointe Happy Valley senior living campus, bringing the long-anticipated memory care expansion closer to opening.
Located at 2937 Happy Valley Road in Rossville, the new building is rising alongside the existing assisted living and memory care community, marking a visible milestone in the campus’s growth. With exterior and interior work progressing, the structure is beginning to take shape as a purposefully designed environment for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
Slated to open in early 2026, The Lantern at Morning Pointe Happy Valley will expand access to specialized, stage-appropriate memory care for families across Walker County and the surrounding region. The addition completes Morning Pointe’s vision for a coordinated campus that supports residents and families as care needs evolve.
“This project has been something our community has been watching closely,” said Melissa Bartlett, Executive Director. “Seeing the building take shape makes the opening feel real, and we’re excited to begin welcoming families who are planning ahead for memory care needs.”
With construction advancing steadily, reservations are now being accepted for The Lantern at Morning Pointe Happy Valley.
Families interested in learning more may schedule a tour, see the building’s progress firsthand, and select an apartment style that best fits their loved one’s needs by calling (706) 567-4111.
Morning Pointe memory care communities use the Best Friends™ approach and practice the Teepa Snow Positive Approach™, emphasizing respect, connection, and relationship-based care. Residents participate in purposeful, engaging daily activities designed to provide structure and meaningful interaction. Programming is familiar, achievable, and tailored so that every resident can participate at their own level.
In addition to long-term residency, Morning Pointe also offers short-term care for individuals recovering from a hospital stay, as well as respite care to support full-time caregivers who need time to rest or manage other responsibilities.
Lantern vs. Lamplight: Stage-Appropriate Care Under One Roof
The Happy Valley Lantern will feature two distinct program areas designed to provide stage-appropriate support:
The Lamplight Program
- Designed for residents in the early to moderate stages of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
- Features a large, secure, and safe environment
- Offers a more active setting for residents who enjoy engaging in lively activities
The Lantern Program
- Tailored for residents in the more advanced stages of Alzheimer’s and dementia
- Focuses on individual interests, life experiences, and personal strengths
- Provides a smaller, more intimate environment designed to be calming for residents who may be easily overstimulated
This two-level model allows residents to receive care that aligns with their current needs while remaining within one specialized memory care community.
Morning Pointe associates are specially trained to support residents living with memory loss while also offering guidance and reassurance to family members. The Lantern works closely with medical partners and uses an interdisciplinary approach to address changing behaviors and evolving care needs.
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.
