As we reflect on 2025 and look ahead to 2026, I am reminded of how residents, families, board members, and teammates continue to bring about Morningside’s mission of enhancing dignity and quality of life. Each plays a significant role in honoring our past while building a strong future based on our shared faith and the value of older adults.

Green House® Homes at the Meadows

The Green House® homes are nearing completion, and we anticipate welcoming residents into their new households this March. Each home carries a name that reflects the heart of our community:

Lopez — Honoring Theresa Lopez, our oldest long‑term care resident at 104, whose grace and longevity inspire us all.

Calgaard — Celebrating Genie Calgaard, past board member, devoted benefactor, and lead campaign donor.

Mabee — Remembering John and Lottie Mabee, founders of the Mabee Foundation, whose generosity has been instrumental to this project.

Sunshine — Paying tribute to Sunshine Ranch, the name of this property from 1905–1955 and a cherished part of our history.

These names represent the spirit of Morningside — legacy, generosity, and deep roots of community. We look forward to opening these homes and beginning this new chapter together.

Meadows Independent Living

Skylight replacements are complete, and front and back entry windows will be replaced in the coming weeks. Driveways and sidewalks will follow, with interior renovations planned for later in 2026.

Kaulbach Pavillion at the Meadows

Returning and new residents alike will be amazed by the transformation. The Assisted Living and Medical Resort, including short-stay rehabilitation, will open in March.

Terrace Homes at Menger Springs

Eighty-Four individuals are eagerly awaiting their green light to move into their new apartment homes in February and March. Cascades, our new dining venue, is scheduled to open in February, followed by the wellness center in March.

Vistas at Menger Springs

Site work has begun on the Vistas, which will include 51 new apartment homes. Thirty-eight prospective residents have already joined the Summit Club.

Menger House and Overlook at Menger Springs

New doors and windows are being installed at Menger House, with common area updates scheduled for early 2026.

Mission Home and Community Services

Mission home health, hospice and personal assistance began operating in February. We anticipate continued growth as more Morningside residents and those residing in the broader community learn about these options.

Valuing each other

Now in its seventh year, the Academy for Career Excellence continues to thrive, with 20 to 30 students participating annually across its three program levels. In spring 2025, 25 students graduated, and 30 are currently enrolled in the 2025–26 class. The ACE Alumni Association includes 19 former students who now give back in meaningful ways, including teaching monthly classes to residents. Three alumni are now certified Positive Approach to Care (PAC) trainers, providing education for fellow teammates.

Special thanks to Wes Wells and Ben for training more than 1,000 teammates in the Green House model of care. This approach requires additional training beyond existing certifications, and their leadership has been invaluable. We are also grateful to Emily Jellick, Shane Balero, and Tasnim Akhtar, certified PAC trainers and ACE graduates, who led a six-hour dementia care training session at the Meadows campus.

Congratulations as well to Chris Anderson on being accepted into the Leadership Collective program through LeadingAge Texas. This opportunity will further support his growth as a leader and team member.

Development – Mission Support

In 2025, your gifts made it possible for residents to remain in their homes even when finances grew tight. Because of you, residents continued to receive nourishing meals, safe housing, and programs that bring laughter, music, art, and friendship into daily life. Every moment of joy, connection, and dignity carries the imprint of your generosity. This year, 479 donors contributed a total of $965,000, making 2025 one of our strongest fundraising years yet, with that total continuing to grow through December 31. We are especially grateful that 65 percent of donors gave again this year and that 135 new supporters joined our community of care. Your kindness shapes daily life at Morningside in lasting ways.

We are also pleased to share that Rob Mitchell, a well-known fundraising professional, will serve as an additional resource for residents interested in gift annuities and other financial planning tools.

Looking Ahead

As we open new buildings and serve more people, we remain grounded in a simple truth: we are people who serve people. We do so with deep appreciation for our residents, families, and teammates who make all of this possible. Our focus on growth, innovation, and caring for one another continues to position Morningside as a place where people want to live and work.

Thank you for your unwavering support and partnership.

With gratitude,

Patrick Crump
CEO, Morningside Ministries

Why our residents love us

My parents moved into their Meadows independent living (atrium) apartment almost 2 years ago, from another city. Their (and our) experience here has exceeded our highest hopes. From the compassionate, friendly, helpful staff to the delicious meals, activities, their apartment, amenities, and welcoming residents, we could not have imagined or found a better place for them to be for this season of life! We 5 "kids" are so thankful that they are happy, safe, comfortable, busy, and have made wonderful new friends, both residents and staff. Thank you, MM! It's definitely worth checking out for YOUR parents, too. (Or yourself!)

I learned about Morningside Ministries at Menger Springs when two of my neighbors moved there. Another friend and I frequently drove from our home in Kerrville to visit and play bridge with them. I don't think we ever left that one of us didn't say " I'd like to live here someday." When I realized that "someday" was fast approaching I started visiting retirement communities in several places, including my former home in Colorado where I still had close friends. None of them were as attractive physically as Morningside and none offered as much in the way of programs and services. I chose Morningside for three basic reasons: security, convenience and the sense of a caring community. I have the security of knowing that I will always be cared for, the convenience of having all my needs met in one place and the joy of living in a community where everyone, residents and staff, are considered as family.

My wife and I have been residents in the Independent Living Menger House Apartments at Morningside Ministries at Menger Springs for four years. We chose Menger Springs because of its Hill Country location, excellent and beautiful facilities along with their commitment to personal care and to truly care for those who have cared for so many others by a Not For Profit Christian Corporation. We knew that regardless of what challenges or changes we might meet in the days and years ahead, Menger Springs would be able to provide the care for us. My wife feels so secure here and has the option of participating in so many activities, pursue individual endeavors or to feel free to remain in our apartment. We are so pleased to be residents at Morningside Ministries Menger Springs in beautiful Boerne! I highly recommend it!

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