Morning Star Memory Care of Fredericksburg, TX LLC

About the community

About Morning Star Memory Care of Fredericksburg, TX LLC

For families of a loved one with dementia, specialized care in an intimate setting can be an ideal option for senior living. Morning Star Memory Care in Fredericksburg, Texas, is a premier option for memory care in Hill Country, with never more than 16 residents and caregivers specifically trained to meet the needs of people with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. Morning Star’s care method focuses on the idea of habilitation, rather than rehabilitation, asking caregivers to step into the world of a person with dementia — and not expect residents to conform to our world. This means simplifying their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs to support success. Located on the outskirts of Fredericksburg, Morning Star is nestled between a quiet gated community and a hometown market. Popular retailers, restaurants, and small local businesses are just to the north and the expansive, scenic Hill Country is to the south. Hill Country Memorial Hospital and other top medical providers are easily accessible within a few miles if health needs arise. Morning Star Memory Care Services and Amenities At Morning Star, the unique needs of your loved one with dementia are the top focus. Among the highly trained staff members is a full-time registered nurse who’s a certified dementia practitioner. Your loved one can expect assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, incontinence care, housekeeping, and laundry services. The community eliminates clutter and distractions in the dining room for a positive eating experience three times a day. A secure courtyard invites them outdoors for walks or an opportunity to sit under the covered patio to watch the local wildlife. With an on-site hair salon, unnecessary trips outside the home are eliminated. The community’s comprehensive activities program is designed to minimize the dependency of residents and reflect their individual interests. Activities include physical, occupational, motivational, and rehabilitative therapies, as well as art, music, dance and exercise groups. Living Arrangements Morning Star offers private and semi-private rooms that are furnished or unfurnished, depending on your preference. State Classification Morning Star Memory Care is a Type B assisted living facility . In the state of Texas, these terms are defined as follows: Assisted Living Facility A facility that provides personal care services and administration of medication to 4 or more residents. Assisted living facilities can accept residents with dementia and/or Alzheimer’s. There are 3 types of assisted living facilities: Type A: A facility that may provide room and board to residents who are physically and mentally capable of evacuating the facility unassisted. Type B: A facility that may provide room and board to residents who need assistance evacuating, are incapable of following directions under emergency conditions, require staff attendance during nighttime sleeping hours, and require assistance transferring to and from a wheelchair. Type C (Adult Foster Care): Four-bed facilities that meet the minimum standards and rules for enrollment in the Department of Aging and Disability Services’ Adult Foster Care home program. The facility provides supervision and personal care services to residents. Morning Star Memory Care Inspection Reports Related Articles Alzheimer’s Disease: Symptoms and Care Memory Care vs. Nursing Homes Designing Alzheimer’s Facilities