Putting Our Time and Resources toward the Fight to End Alzheimer’s

As dementia experts, we understand the huge toll Alzheimer’s disease takes on the individual as well as their family and the community at large.  As such, MorningStar at Mountain Shadows is committed to putting time, energy and resources to working to end Alzheimer’s disease.  

During the month of September alone, we hosted and participated in several events to support and raise awareness of the devastating disease.  On September 7th our entire community joined in efforts to raise money for the Colorado Alzheimer’s Association with a silent auction that included gift baskets, beautiful handmade gifts, and baked goods made with a touch of sugar and a dash of love.  During the day, many residents and staff alike wore Purple to honor the event.  

We also sold our Memories in the Making books, which display beautiful artwork from our own residents and are available at the low price of $40.  Along with other activities throughout the day such as “Senior Selfies” (pictures taken by Synergy who donated $5 to the cause for each picture) we ended the fun-filled day with a “Memories in the Making Painting” class.  As of this writing, it is too soon to report if Mountain Shadows reached our goal of $5000 to pass last year’s success of $4400, but we will keep you posted. 

In addition MorningStar at Mountain Shadows sent a team to participate in the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s that took place on September 15th.  The annual event is held in more than 600 communities nationwide, and is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.

As Colorado Springs’ finest assisted living and memory care community, we proudly offer 45 stylish, private assisted living suites and 19 secure studios devoted to the specialized care of those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.  Please visit our website to learn more about pricing and availability or to set up a tour. 


At MorningStar at Mountain Shadows, we represent the very best in senior living with a unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.”  We have built a foundation on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve to create a true “home” for residents at the foot of the majestic Rockies.  Please schedule a visit to experience firsthand our beautiful senior living community.      

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