Exciting News! MorningStar at River Oaks is Now Open

In December MorningStar Senior Living, along with their partner and international real estate firm, the Houston-based Hines, recently hosted the grand opening of their first retirement community in Texas. The joint effort boasts an A-list team of designers and creators, including: Munoz + Albin Planning & Architecture, Kirksey Architecture, Thoma-Holec Design, TBG Partners, and D. E. Harvey Builders. The new MorningStar at River Oaks assisted living and memory care residential community is located in the prestigious, bustling River Oaks/Upper Kirby area.

The Grand Opening provided tours of the property over the weekend of Dec 11 and 12th. The celebration included the sounds of the River Oaks String Quartet, champagne and spiked apple cider along with party food by the MorningStar’s culinary team. Dr. Guillermo Rowe, husband of the community’s first resident, did the ribbon cutting honors and was joined by words from MorningStar at River Oaks Executive Director, Suzanne Kelley, Ken Jaeger, Founder/CEO of MorningStar Senior Living; and John Mooz, senior managing director at Hines.

Ken Jaeger inspiring remarks included the following: “With our experience in operating in 30 cities across 11 states, we are pleased to open our first retirement community in Texas. Our goal is to elevate senior living by creating a community that promotes a healthy, engaged lifestyle, offering security, independence and compassionate care. We want our residents to thrive and are invested in creating connections and intentional relationships with each senior. Our service is marked with warmth, sincerity and depth, and that sets us apart.”

For trusted assisted living and memory care Houston seniors can count on, contact MorningStar at River Oaks to inquire about availability and pricing. We also offer care-free living for independent seniors as well as respite care and short-term stays from one week up to a full month to see if we are a good fit. We offer 85 suites for independent or assisted living and another 27 secure suites devoted to the individualized care of residents with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.

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