MorningStar Senior Living

We have been very impressed with Parker Senior Living and are happy we decided to trust Morningstar with our parents care. Our parents move in a little over a month ago and are enjoying their new home. Everything has been quality from our first phone call to the overall building itself. The tour experience was educational and made us understand the importance of quality care. I look forward to seeing my parents flourish in this new environment.

Beautiful community! Very clean and great customer service right when you walk in the building. You can just feel the warmth of the staff and residents when you walk in and tour by all their smiling faces. I was very impressed by their state survey results as well! More than just a beautiful building.

MorningStar has a really good reputation in the Albuquerque Senior Living community. I have heard that it is a great place to work, where the employees feel valued and have even tried to come back after leaving for one reason or another. The residents also seem so happy when I've stopped by to visit. They look well cared for and engaged.

Upon entry the feeling was warm and inviting. The concierge greeted me. I loved the fresh flowers and the open airy feeling.

Beautiful and clean. Everyone welcomes and introduce ABQ MorningStar is a happy place to be. All the team members are kind and loving. When you come in the community you get a warm home-y feeling

One of the most difficult things was the decision to put my granddad in a community. After having two sub-par experiences at previous senior livings, I was very weary. However, MorningStar was different. The quality of care, the people and the beautiful atmosphere blows me away every day. Through MorningStar my family grew, and I and my beloved grandfather found a new home. I am so grateful and blessed for MorningStar. They have been a light for our family in this very arduous and emotional journey.

I have been very impressed by the quality of care for my father at Parker Senior Living by Morningstar. The facility is beautiful and spotless. It has a resort feeling to it and whenever I am there, morning noon or night, the staff are always available and friendly and willing to help. They take the time to get to know their residents and their family and make you feel at ease. They offer a lot to their residents and host several events for the community. Any questions or concerns are always treated professionally and responded to immediately. The management of the facility is top notch and after visiting several senior living communities, I knew that this was the right place for Dad. If you want a caring home away from home for your loved one, look no further.

My father was a resident at this facility. I was very impressed by them. Staff are great and really care about the residents. Community is beautiful and well equipped. They offer a lot to their residents and always go above and beyond. It looks like some former employees are giving bad reviews of this facility, but please consider the source of information and look for reviews of actual family members of residents or residents themselves. Your loved ones will be in good hands here and staff are very helpful and available to assist and answer any questions that you may have.

My father was a resident at this facility. I was very happy with the care he received and the quality and friendliness of the staff. They care about their residents and really take the time to get to know them and their family. They host community events and many staff are part of other organizations that benefit the senior community. The facility itself is beautiful and offers a lot of value for the residents. We all know that senior living is expensive, but at this facility the value is evident. If you are looking for a place for loved ones where you can have peace of mind that they are in good hands, look no further!

I really liked MorningStar. They were very nice and helpful and the tour was grand. They do have a lot more activities available that I thought and that was a very big plus. Also, they have the "wellness check" buttons that you push every morning to let staff know you are OK, etc. If they do not hear from you by a certain time they will come and check up on you. Their 1 bedroom apartments were of normal size so that was a very big plus as well. Oh, and their prices for the 1 bedroom is within my budget. They are #1 on my list at this time and I will hopefully try to see about getting in as soon as I can. Oh, and [name removed] was very nice lady and very helpful too. I really like her, and she was very friendly with all of her residents that we would meet. Thank you

My wife has been the dementia care unit for four months and I could not have picked a better place I feel so good leaving her in such good hands. I have never met more caring people.

I have made two surprise visits and two scheduled with my daughters, this is an excellent facility with stages of living available.

When my brother first moved into a 2 BR condo at MorningStar, I travelled down from Canada to spend time with him and familiarize myself with MorningStar. He resides in the Senior Residence building, and the family anticipate he will likely move into Assisted Living Quarters when required. I was not merely satisfied, but very impressed by all aspects of the organization. EVERY staff member is friendly, approachable, helpful, cheerful and they go out of their way to ensure your request is satisfied. The premises are kept very clean, the meals are varied, healthy and tasty. The condos are well set up and maintained - I must note the efficiency of the maintenance staff who will not quit until the problem is solved, no matter how small (e.g. amending the door lock) or how big (e.g.,microwave or air conditioning system). Every floor has a washer and dryer facility, and the hallways are tastefully decorated and maintained. I found the rooms to be soundproof - I heard NO sounds from either side of my brother's room in the week I was there. The amenities are many and varied: Games room and card tables, Garden room, Library, Exercise room with equipment, wonderful dining room facility, a morning coffee bar with 'treats' available throughout the morning, walking paths just out the front doors. Activities are offered weekly, with special trips planned occasionally. Weekly shuttle service to WalMart, the pool, and a nearby shopping area were available. Evening performances are offered periodically - Bluegrass music, folk music trio, piano music, etc. I was pleased to learn that the Dining Room facility could accommodate guests (like me!!) with little trouble. Guests are charged a small amount, but then visitors don't have to be leaving at mealtime. And I found the food delicious and varied, allowing for choice and special requirements. I likely pestered the staff with myriad questions and requests and found each of them to be polite, responsive, and helpful. I write from Canada, with pleasure, knowing that my brother is living where he is safe, content, and surrounded by those like him who are adjusting in various ways to their new life in retirement and aging. Help, when needed, is at the ready and assistance given with a smile and assurances.

It's now been 8 months since my Mom moved into Morningstar at Ridgegate. We were attracted to the Facilities, meal quality, amenities and of course care staff. All have been excellent. When I come over and Mom and I are walking around, at least a half dozen staff members say hello and something positive. The staff to resident ratio seems really good. There are also so many activities. Food is usually quite good. My Mom has made a lot of friends and is happier now than when she was living at home. She says it is like living in a 5 star hotel!

MorningStar was an excellent facility for my sister to live at after several weeks in rehab. She was cared for by an attentive and dedicated staff. The dining experience could not have been better, both from the environment and quality and selection of food. There were a variety of social events which my sister, who is a very social person, fully enjoyed. I cannot think of a singe thing MorningStar could have done to improve the quality of her stay.

Beautiful with lots of light and high ceilings making it feel more open. Pricey!

I moved my mom here from independent living after looking at several assisted living centers. This place is brand new and beautifully appointed. The staff is joyful and passionate about their work and take good care of my mother. The food is wonderful as well. I definitely recommend Morningstar.

My mom recently moved here and it is wonderful. All of the staff go out of their way to make her comfortable and the food is great which is a big plus. It is brand new so it has the feel of an upscale hotel. I would definitely recommend it to others.

Beautiful and welcoming facility. Appreciated each staff person and resident I met and talk with. It is a viable option for respite care for my family member.

I recently had the opportunity to visit Morning Star Mount Shadows while seeking a Senior care facility. I was totally impressed with the staff, everyone was helpful, caring and friendly. I was especially impressed with the presentation, and quality of the food being served. It had the appearance of a meal from a quality restaurant, not what I expected from a care facility. The residents seemed happy and enjoyed their meal. You should be proud of your facility and the people you have working there!