Learn More About MorningStar’s Community in Houston

MorningStar’s goal is to provide the best senior living Houston offers; and we are committed to the comfort, wellbeing, and safety of our remarkable residents. To accomplish this lofty goal, our approach considers every aspect of senior living from the design of our beautiful community to a broad range of care services, amenities, and wellness programs. In fact, Ken Jaeger, MorningStar Senior Living’s Founder, had specific ideas on how to foster the ultimate environment for the wellbeing of seniors and it is the guiding spirit in which our community operates.

Add to that, our dedicated team members who are the heartbeat of our community and the kind of people who come to work each day with a smile on their face. They understand it is a privilege to serve and many come to know and treat our residents as they do their own moms and dads. As a true home, we consider our residents, their families and team members to be part of the MorningStar at River Oaks family.

MorningStar of River Oaks offers 85 private assisted living suites and 27 secure suites devoted to caring for those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases. To ensure our suites fit the needs of all our residents, we offer floor plans that include spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom configurations. Each suite has high end finishes, handicapped-accessible bathroom, emergency call system and includes weekly housekeeping as well as laundry and linen service. And yes, we welcome your pet.

Our assisted living offers five levels of care. Your level of care will be determined after a thorough assessment with our Wellness Director and in agreement with you and your extended family. Also, regardless of your level of care, we provide all residents with around-the-clock Care Managers to meet your needs and ensure your comfort and safety.

As a resident of MorningStar, you will get three daily meals designed by our Executive Chef and prepared largely from scratch. Each meal is nutritious as well as delicious and recipes are modified to address several different dietary restrictions including low sodium or low fat, sugar-free, no sugar, and vegetarian options. In addition, residents will have the opportunity to participate in a range of activities and programs that are designed to promote physical, intellectual and spiritual wellness. Please visit our website for more information.

Our mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living Houston has to offer. We have built a foundation on honoring God, valuing our seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve. Set in a warm, loving atmosphere with beautiful surroundings and resort-style amenities, MorningStar at River Oaks provides outstanding assisted living and memory care.

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