The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer's Center of Excellence, Russell, sits right on the Morning Pointe of Russell campus in Ironton, Kentucky, and you'll notice it's a single-story building so people can get around with less worry about stairs or elevators, which matters as people get older or need extra help. The place focuses on memory care, so they've got safety measures for people with Alzheimer's and other types of dementia, including secure entry and exit points and 24-hour on-call staff, plus everyone gets a small emergency pendant for quick help if needed. They use memory care programs like Meaningful Day™ and the Best Friends™ Approach, and the staff learns specialized methods like Teepa Snow's Positive Approach® to Care, which means folks get individualized support-ranging from medicine management, help with bathing or getting dressed, escorting to meals or activities, and regular check-ins-all tailored to each person's needs so they can still feel independent.
People can choose from several room types, like studio, suite, semi-private, and companion layouts, all designed to feel like home, with personal space for things people like having around them, painted with calm colors, and easy access to sitting areas, gardens, and activity rooms, making it easier to relax or socialize. The care team consists of licensed nurses and trained staff who are there day and night, providing assistance with daily living, medication, personal grooming, transfer help, and keeping a watchful eye on residents' health and wellness. The community offers maintenance-free living, so nobody needs to worry about cooking, cleaning, or upkeep, and dietician-approved meals are served restaurant-style with fresh produce.
Programming aims at keeping folks engaged, with regular group outings, exercise classes, life enrichment activities, cognitive programs, volunteering, and even intergenerational events with local schools. Transportation is provided for doctor visits, and they've got plenty of entertainment, from live performances to service projects and community partnerships, with opportunities for residents to help plan activities. Dedicated to Alzheimer's and dementia support, everything here is built around comfort, safety, and quality of life, and the staff try to treat everyone with dignity, focusing on each person's strengths and interests. The Lantern at Morning Pointe is on a campus close to places like the First Baptist Church, King's Daughters Medical Center Pavilion, and Bellefonte Country Club, which can make family visits a little easier, and keeps everyone connected to the local community. The facility has earned deficiency-free health licensure surveys for 2025 and holds a top overall review rating in the city of Russell.
