Morning Star Village in Rockford, Illinois, offers two primary levels of support—Assisted Living and Memory Care. Residents who need day-to-day assistance benefit from help with activities of daily living, while those in Memory Care receive programming tailored to cognitive support. Staff members receive specialized memory-care training, and the community is equipped to manage diabetes care. Short-term respite stays are available, giving families a temporary break while ensuring their relatives receive full supervision.
The community is secured and monitored, with an emergency call system in every apartment. Licensed nurses oversee medication management, wound care, and incontinence services. Physicians, dentists, podiatrists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapists provide regular on-site visits. Hospice services can be arranged, and ambulatory and laundry/dry-cleaning assistance are built into the care plans. Pet-focused therapeutic programs are also part of the overall medical offerings.
Apartments and common areas include options such as wall-to-wall carpeting, private fireplaces, wheelchair-accessible showers, ground-floor units, and handicap-accessible layouts; however, not every residence contains every feature. Wi-Fi, cable or satellite television, and individually controlled air conditioning are standard throughout most of the building. Residents have access to landscaped outdoor areas, a computer or media center, and guest and resident parking, including uncovered spaces. A gift shop is on site for everyday items.
Three chef-prepared meals are served daily, and the all-day dining program allows residents to eat on their own schedule. Room service is available for those who prefer to dine in their apartments, while a private dining room can be reserved for family gatherings. Guests may purchase meals, ensuring visiting friends and relatives can join residents without leaving the community.
Residents can use an activity center, fitness center with exercise room, swimming pool, and a library and computer lounge. Scheduled programming includes health and wellness classes, organized fitness sessions, clubs and social communities, day trips, off-site outings, and intergenerational events. Entertainment ranges from live music and theater performances to wine tastings, trivia nights, and other social gatherings, providing varied options for engagement throughout the week.