The Lantern at Morning Pointe, Happy Valley - Memory Care

06/07/2026

This is your moment. 🎤✨

Auditions are now open for the 7th Annual Morning Pointe Foundation Seniors Got Talent.

It’s a chance to step on stage, share what you love, and be part of something special. For many, it’s not just a performance… it’s getting back to something that brings joy.

In-person auditions take place June 22–25 at local Morning Pointe Senior Living communities, with a final deadline of June 26. Prefer to audition online? You can do that too through the link below.

🏆 1st Place: $1,000
🏆 2nd Place: $500
🏆 3rd Place: $250

If you’ve ever thought about doing this… now is the time.

To learn more about Morning Pointe Seniors Got Talent and how to audition, visit: https://bit.ly/SGT-Chatt-2026

06/06/2026

💙 For a lot of men, being the one who needs help is unfamiliar territory.

They've spent years fixing things, solving problems, taking care of their families, and showing up when others needed them. That's why conversations about aging and senior living can sometimes be more complicated than people realize.

🏡 This week’s Understanding Senior Living blog explores why many older men approach these decisions differently and how friendship, purpose, and connection continue to matter at every stage of life.

At Morning Pointe Senior Living, we've seen how meaningful relationships can help make a new chapter feel a little more familiar.

Read more here: https://ow.ly/2j6350Z5Ejx

06/06/2026

A little stretching, movement, and mindfulness can go a long way. 🧘‍♀️🌿

Residents recently enjoyed Chair Yoga with instructor Sarah, focusing on gentle exercises designed to support flexibility, balance, and overall wellness. The class offered a chance to stay active while moving at a comfortable pace.

Chair Yoga continues to be a favorite way for residents to care for both body and mind. 😊

To learn more about life enrichment at Morning Pointe Senior Living, visit: https://bit.ly/morningpointe-lifeenrichment

06/06/2026

Today at Morning Pointe Senior Living, we are honoring the courage and sacrifice of those who served on D-Day. 🇺🇸 Their bravery during one of World War II’s most pivotal moments continues to be remembered generations later.

We are grateful for the heroes who served and the legacy they left behind.

06/05/2026

The spotlight is shining on Morning Pointe's Seniors Got Talent! ⭐🎤💙

We had a wonderful time visiting WTVC-TV NewsChannel 9 News The ARC to help spread the word about upcoming Morning Pointe Seniors Got Talent auditions in the Chattanooga area. Joining the segment were 2025 Chattanooga winner Jeffrey Wells and The Lantern At Morning Pointe, Collegedale - Memory Care Executive Director Bailey Hufstettler, who shared their excitement about this year's competition and the incredible talent found throughout our senior communities. 😊✨

Seniors Got Talent is about so much more than a performance. It's an opportunity for older adults to share their gifts, build confidence, connect with others, and inspire audiences through their talents and life experiences.

A big thank you to News Channel 9 for helping us celebrate the amazing seniors who continue to prove that talent has no age limit!

Learn more about Morning Pointe Seniors Got Talent and upcoming auditions at: https://bit.ly/SGT-Chatt-2026

06/05/2026

A meaningful day doesn't happen by accident. 💜⏰

At The Lantern at Morning Pointe, every part of the day is intentional. From the timing of activities to the rhythm and pacing of daily routines, our Meaningful Day™ memory care program is thoughtfully designed around what helps individuals living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia feel more comfortable, successful, and engaged.

Rather than simply filling a calendar with activities, we focus on creating a purposeful structure to the day that encourages participation, builds on remaining abilities, and helps reduce the stress and uncertainty that can come with memory loss.

We're excited to soon open our doors and introduce families to a different approach to memory care.

🎉 Join us for the Grand Opening of The Lantern at Morning Pointe, Happy Valley - Memory Care on June 18 from 4-7 PM, with a formal ribbon cutting and program beginning at 4:30 PM.

To learn more about memory care at Morning Pointe Senior Living, visit: https://bit.ly/morningpointe-memorycare

06/05/2026

Bangkok is bringing the flavor this month. 🍜🇹🇭

June’s Morning Pointe in Motion destination virtually takes residents to Bangkok, Thailand, where vibrant street food, bold flavors, and cultural experiences inspire this month’s activities and tastings. Pad Thai, themed experiences, and opportunities to learn about a different part of the world will all be part of the journey.

Morning Pointe in Motion continues to give residents meaningful ways to explore new places, try something different, and share experiences together without ever leaving the community.

Be sure to check with your Activity Director to see what Bangkok-inspired experiences are coming to your community this month.

To learn more about Morning Pointe in Motion, visit: https://bit.ly/morningpointe-mpinmotion

06/04/2026

No family should have to navigate dementia alone. 🌿

We were honored to welcome Local 3 News to The Lantern at Morning Pointe, Happy Valley - Memory Care as Executive Director Missy Bartlett and Community Relations Director Andrea Nelson shared why we're committed to being more than a memory care community. We want to be a trusted resource and a source of support for families navigating the dementia journey.

We're especially grateful to the resident family member who shared her experience and the trust her family has found here. Her family's description of our community as the "Chick-fil-A of assisted living" certainly made us smile.

🎉 We'd love for you to see it for yourself at our Grand Opening on June 18 from 4-7 PM, with a formal ribbon cutting and program beginning at 4:30 PM.

Watch the full segment below. ⬇️
🎥 https://ow.ly/bSOp50Z7EBS

The Lantern at Morning Pointe- Happy Valley brings excellence in me...

06/03/2026

⛳ Save the Date!

One of the Morning Pointe Foundation's favorite traditions is returning this fall. Join us for a day on the course filled with friendly competition, great company, and a shared commitment to supporting the Foundation's mission of providing caregiver education programs and scholarships in nursing, culinary, social work, and therapy through our school partners across the Southeast, all to advance the care of seniors and grow the future workforce.

🗓️ Date: Monday, September 14, 2026
📍 Location: Lookout Mountain Club, 1730 Wood Nymph Lookout Mountain, GA
🔗 Learn more about registration and sponsorship opportunities: https://morningpointefoundation.com/events/golf