The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer's Center of Excellence, Danville, is a senior living community in Boyle County, Kentucky, focused on care for people with Alzheimer's and dementia. The center is part of the Morning Pointe Senior Living network and sits next to Morning Pointe of Danville Assisted Living, creating a campus that offers both assisted living and dedicated memory care. The community runs around the clock, providing 24-hour nursing care, supervision, and trained staff for people who need memory support. The facility has two areas set up for residents at different stages of memory loss: The Lamplight Program helps those in the early to moderate stages, giving a large, safe place to spend time, while The Lantern Program offers a smaller, calmer space for those with more advanced dementia. The building is one story for easy access and is designed to feel secure and like a home.
The Lantern includes features like handicap-accessible spaces, advanced security, and Wi-Fi, as well as community areas where residents can safely gather. Meals are prepared for different needs, and dining is a part of the daily routine. The staff help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, managing medicine, and getting around, aiming to help people stay as independent as possible while keeping them safe. The community runs life enrichment activities every day, covering exercise, creative projects, live entertainment, outings, and group events with local schools. Programs try to touch on the whole person-body, mind, and spirit-and include chances for lifelong learning and intergenerational activities. Special therapies and caregiving groups also support both residents and their families.
There's a focus on safeguarding with disaster preparedness in place, and the team works to know each resident's background, interests, and strengths for a more personal approach. The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer's Center of Excellence, Danville, also has a strong reputation locally, with a high number of positive reviews and a warm, vibrant atmosphere for residents and caregivers alike.
