Occupancy rate
83%
Higher than the Tennessee average: 71.6%The Lantern at Morning Pointe Chattanooga
Memory Care in Chattanooga
The Lantern at Morning Pointe Chattanooga
Memory Care in Chattanooga
Overview of The Lantern at Morning Pointe Chattanooga
Situated in Chattanooga, TN, The Lantern at Morning Pointe Chattanooga is an engaging senior living community that offers specialized memory care services. Committed to helping residents dealing with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss a fulfilling and comfortable lifestyle, the community offers two distinct programs for stage-appropriate care. The Lamplight Program is for residents in the early to moderate stages of Alzheimer’s disease while The Lantern Program is for more advanced stages of Alzheimer’s that focus on individual interests, life experiences, and personal strengths.
At Morning Pointe Senior Living, residents find comfort in knowing that a team of licensed nurses and clinical team members are available 24/7 to provide extensive care and assistance. Services like personal grooming assistance, medication management, periodic check ins, and incontinence management adds to residents’ comfort and convenience. Residents also benefit from access to exercise programs, activities, entertainment, and group outings organized by a professional senior care team, fostering a vibrant living experience for residents’ despite the challenges they are experiencing.
Finances and operations
Home revenue
$5.1M
Surplus of revenue
$797.6K
Home revenue
$5.1M
Surplus of revenue
$797.6K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.8M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$4.3M
69-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
19 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 29 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the Tennessee average: 71.6%Occupied beds
57 / 69
Average residents
82 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
StatusLicensed
ExpirationDecember 14, 2025
CountyHamilton
License Number00000137
The Lantern at Morning Pointe Chattanooga is legally operated by Shallowford Medical Investors, LLC, and administrated by Nena Mitchell.
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactCody Harvey, Executive Director
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
24-Hour Staffing
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Licensed Nurses Providing Oversight Of Health
Wellness
And Medication Management
Licensed
Clinical
Or Care Staff Available 24 Hours A Day
24-Hour Access To Personalized Care Services
Periodic Check-Ins
Assistance With Transferring To A Bed Or Chair
Escorting To Meals And Events
Single-Level Living That Offers Spacious Apartments
Walking Trails And Exercise Equipment
Lifeloop Family Activity Connection Communication Tool
Restaurant-Style Dining
Transportation Services For Medical Appointments
Beauty/Barbershop
Mobile Diagnostic Services And Behavioral Health
24-Hour Emergency Response System
ActivitiesRegularly planned activities and specialized programming.
Specific ProgramsCaregiver Café, Caregiver Support Groups, Seniors Got Talent, Life Enrichment, Medical & Therapy Care, Dining
Food DescriptionResidents enjoy culinary team-prepared meals in a spacious dining room with opportunities for family gatherings.
Meals IncludedYes
Special DietsAccommodations for no-salt-added and reduced-concentrated-sweets diets.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at The Lantern at Morning Pointe Chattanooga
Memory Care
Residents information
Stay stats
Average length of stay
412 days
Total residents
104
Total admissions (2024)
46
Total discharges (2024)
46
Discharges
- To hospital 2
- To Private Residence or Home 2
Demographics
GENDER
- Female Residents 71.2%
- Male Residents 28.8%
AGE DISTRIBUTION
- 65-69 1.9%
- 70-74 2.9%
- 75-79 15.4%
- 80-84 31.7%
- 85-89 22.1%
- 90 or more 26%
ETHNICITY
Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Tennessee
The Lantern at Morning Pointe Chattanooga is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
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16.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Chattanooga's city center to The Lantern at Morning Pointe Chattanooga's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.06 miles to nearest hospital (DiStefano Eye Center)
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Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Compare Memory Care around Chattanooga The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.
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