Santa Fe is home to MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care, a community that offers both independent and assisted living in a setting inspired by the region’s distinctive pueblo style. The campus is thoughtfully situated on the city’s west side, near the intersection of St. Francis and St. Michael, providing residents with scenic mountain views and convenient proximity to I-25 and major medical facilities such as Santa Fe Indian Hospital and Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center. Within the community, there are 56 bright suites for assisted living, ranging from spacious studios to one and two-bedroom floor plans, some as expansive as 820 square feet. The Reflections Neighborhood, devoted to memory care, features 29 secure suites in a variety of configurations, each designed to meet the unique needs of residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.
Residents of MorningStar enjoy a host of resort-style amenities and services designed to offer comfort, safety, and a sense of home. Living spaces include kitchenettes with refrigerators, handicap-accessible bathrooms, and an advanced 24-hour emergency call system. Regular housekeeping keeps the suites tidy, while laundry and linen services provide additional convenience. The community offers a variety of inviting common areas, such as a fireside living room, bistro bar, and sunroom. Residents can gather in a full-service dining room for three daily meals, which are crafted by the Executive Chef. The culinary team prioritizes nutrition and flavor, making every meal a special occasion and offering diverse choices for those with specific dietary needs, including vegetarian, gluten-free, low sodium, and sugar-free options. Menus are seasonally refreshed, often incorporating ingredients from local producers and the resident gardens.
MorningStar is committed to personalized care, with 24-hour Care Managers, full-time licensed nurses, and dedicated staff who provide assistance with the activities of daily living, medication management, and ongoing care plan reviews. For residents in need of memory care, the Reflections Neighborhood offers an intimate and supportive environment where independence is encouraged through clear wayfinding and safe common areas. Innovative Safely You technology uses artificial intelligence to help detect and prevent falls among memory care residents, adding an advanced layer of security.
Programming at MorningStar is designed to enrich residents’ lives and foster connection. Through Lavender Sky, a unique programmatic approach to memory care, therapies based on Montessori principles are woven into individualized service plans. The gentle flow of daily activities draws on the healing powers of music, dance, art, aromatherapy, and animal visits, all tailored to residents’ levels of memory impairment. Engaging experiences continue with abundant activities such as flower arranging, painting, choir, karaoke, movie screenings in the theater, nail polishing, visits from musicians and shelter animals, and community events where family and friends are often invited to participate.
The thoughtfully designed environment at MorningStar offers additional touches to ensure comfort and engagement. Residents can relax in community areas like the private dining room for intimate gatherings, socialize at the bistro bar, participate in spiritual or educational gatherings in the theatre or chapel, and enjoy the secure courtyard and second floor sky terrace. Each detail, from the contemporary décor to the accessibility features, is meant to offer a safe, vibrant place where residents can comfortably age in place and families can enjoy peace of mind. Services are tailored not only to resident needs but also to the evolving requirements of their families, ensuring support through the transitions of senior living.