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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

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Morning Pointe Celebrates Opening of Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence, Bringing Specialized Memory Care and New Opportunities to Walker County

ROSSVILLE, GA. — For families facing an Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis, finding specialized care often means leaving behind the community they’ve always called home. That changed June 18 as Morning Pointe Senior Living celebrated the grand opening of The Lantern at Morning Pointe at Happy Valley, completing the campus and bringing specialized memory care to Walker

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Is It Aging or Something More? What Everyone Should Know About Brain Health

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about brain health, recognizing the early signs of cognitive decline, and encouraging conversations that can lead to support and solutions. As we age, occasional forgetfulness can be normal. But when memory changes begin affecting daily life, relationships, or safety, it may be

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When Caring Becomes More Than One Person Can Manage

There comes a moment in many dementia journeys when love alone can no longer carry the weight. Maybe you’ve become the medication manager, meal planner, chauffeur, scheduler, safety monitor, and caregiver all at once. Maybe you’re checking your phone constantly, worried about what might happen when you’re not there. Maybe you’re sleeping with one ear

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Statewide Awards Spotlight the Unsung Heroes of Alzheimer’s Care

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (June 4, 2026) — As the number of Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia continues to grow, the need for compassionate caregivers has never been greater. For families navigating the challenges of memory loss, caregivers often become a source of comfort, stability and connection during some of life’s most difficult

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Simple Changes Can Help Seniors Stay Safer at Home

FRANKFORT, Ky. — A loose rug, poor lighting, or even medication side effects can increase the risk of falls for older adults. To help families better understand those risks and learn practical ways to prevent them, Morning Pointe of Frankfort Assisted Living and The Weston Group Rehabilitation Services are hosting a free community workshop called

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Morning Pointe Teams Walk Together for Alzheimer’s Awareness in Franklin

FRANKLIN, Tenn. — April 14, 2026— Morning Pointe Senior Living communities across Middle Tennessee will come together on Saturday, April 18, 2026, to support families affected by Alzheimer’s disease during the ALZ TN Walk at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm. The Morning Pointe–Middle TN team, representing communities in Brentwood, Franklin, Columbia, and Spring Hill, will

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She Missed Prom Once. Decades Later, She Finally Got Her Moment.

FRANKFORT, Ky. —April 10, 2026— For many, prom is a once-in-a-lifetime milestone. But for some older adults, it was a moment they never had. At The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence in Frankfort, that changed. Residents recently gathered for the community’s very first Senior Prom, transforming an ordinary day into something deeply

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Should My Parent Stay Home or Move to Senior Living?

This is not an easy question. There’s no one right answer, and most families wrestle with it longer than they expected. For a while, staying at home can work well. But over time, needs can change. What felt manageable can slowly become overwhelming. The goal is not to rush a decision. It’s to look honestly

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The Stories That Shape a Life Are Worth Telling

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — March 26, 2026 — Some stories are big and defining. Others are quiet, found in everyday moments. Together, they shape a life. That idea is at the heart of the newly released 2026 Milestones Magazine from Morning Pointe Senior Living, a collection of stories, reflections, and real experiences from residents, families, and

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