MorningStar of Santa Fe is a pueblo-styled senior living community designed to provide both independence and support for its residents, offering a warm and welcoming environment with stunning mountain views. The community features 56 bright and spacious suites for assisted living, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options—some extending up to 820 square feet. Within the Reflections Neighborhood, there are 29 secure suites dedicated to the individualized care of residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Every suite is thoughtfully designed, including amenities such as a kitchenette with fridge, handicap-accessible bathrooms, emergency call systems, and regular laundry and linen services, as well as weekly housekeeping.
Dining at MorningStar of Santa Fe is a celebrated experience, with an emphasis on both nutrition and enjoyment. Executive Chefs craft elevated, restaurant-style meals, often using locally sourced ingredients or produce from resident gardens. Seasonal menus offer a variety of contemporary cuisine and comfort foods, with dishes largely prepared from scratch. There are always daily and weekly specials, along with an extensive à la carte selection. Residents have flexible dining options, whether grabbing a quick bite or enjoying a leisurely meal in venues including the main dining room, the fireside living room, the bistro bar, or the sunroom. A full bar is also available to complement meals. The chefs are trained to accommodate various dietary needs, preparing low sodium, sugar-free, vegetarian, low fat, gluten free, and dairy free options for residents to self-manage as desired.
Care at MorningStar of Santa Fe is both compassionate and comprehensive. Assisted living residents benefit from personalized support with activities of daily living, 24-hour Care Managers, full-time licensed nurses, medication management, and ongoing care plan reviews. The Memory Care program is built around Lavender Sky, a thoughtful approach that incorporates Montessori-based therapies alongside individualized service plans. This specialized neighborhood promotes independence through clear wayfinding and accessible, inviting common areas such as the 2nd floor sky terrace. The gentle program of purposeful activities includes music, dance, art, aromatherapy, and animal companionship to create comfort and foster healing—no matter the level of memory impairment. Residents in this neighborhood also receive daily health monitoring and have access to licensed nurses and external supportive service providers.
To enhance safety and wellbeing, MorningStar of Santa Fe utilizes Safely You, a sophisticated technology leveraging artificial intelligence to detect and help prevent falls among memory care residents. The Wellness Director is available to provide guidance on how this technology can be tailored for each individual. The staff’s commitment to creating an abundant life is evident in the busy calendar of options designed to inspire, connect, and entertain, ensuring residents remain engaged and fulfilled.
Strategically located near the intersection of St. Francis and St. Michael on the west side of Santa Fe, MorningStar is easily accessible from I-25 and close to important medical facilities like Santa Fe Indian Hospital and Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center. The community is designed to promote a vibrant and comfortable lifestyle, with thoughtfully curated amenities such as a bistro for socializing, a secure courtyard, a private dining room for intimate gatherings, a theatre/chapel for lectures and worship, and beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces. The overall experience balances independence, purpose, and holistic support, setting a high standard for senior living in Santa Fe.