MorningStar at North Ridge Offers Specialized Memory Care

MorningStar at North Ridge is unique from many other senior communities as our entire community is devoted to the specialized needs of those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Our care services are extensive, and we provide a wide range of amenities, wellness programs and activities. 

MorningStar’s memory care revolves around comforting and caring for our residents from the onset of the disease to the most advanced stages. We start with a physical space designed to enhance residents’ quality of life with safe, inviting common areas encouraging independence. Residents stay active with purposeful activities including art, music, dance, physical exercise and special events.

Once a resident joins our MorningStar family, we meet with them and their family to get to know as much as we can about them including their history, vocation, talents, and preferences. From there we create a daily routine designed to stimulate or calm as a situation requires. Residents are also treated to tempting meals consisting of specially prepared foods and family-style dining for a stress-free, companionable dining experience. 

MorningStar’s approach and philosophy to memory care is encompassed under the expanse of possibilities we call Lavender Sky.  Our program provides us with an insightful and intentional way to support the memory-impaired and their families.  All team members, regardless of their position, receive Lavender Sky training, which includes a deeper understanding of the disease and communication techniques to use with memory-impaired residents.  It also includes training in environmental safety and security as well as holistic solutions to challenging behaviors.  In addition, our Memory Care Coordinators complete advanced coursework from the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners.

MorningStar Senior Living was founded in 2003 and has 35+ communities in eleven states. Please contact us or visit our website for more information about holistic memory care at our North Ridge community in Albuquerque.

MorningStar has considered it a privilege and responsibility to “cast a new light” on senior living, inspired and empowered by our unique mission: to honor, to value, to invest. Our passionate commitment to serving seniors has proudly earned us a reputation for satisfaction that is second to none. Contact us to learn more about the finest memory care in Albuquerque.