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Morningside Celebrates 2026 ACE Graduates 

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Morningside is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of our 2026 Academy of Career Excellence (ACE) graduates. This June, 26 team members completed the program, reaching an important milestone in their professional development and leadership journey. 

ACE equips employees with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to grow in their careers while continuing to provide exceptional care and service to our residents. This year’s celebration also recognized the ongoing dedication of 13 members of the ACE Alumni Association and 11 mentors whose guidance and encouragement help make the program a success. 

The impact of ACE extends far beyond the classroom. This year, six graduates reached exciting career milestones through promotions and professional achievements, demonstrating how the program helps employees grow both personally and professionally. 

Congratulations to the following team members on their accomplishments: 

  • Shaine Balero and Gabriel de la Rosa were promoted to Maintenance Team Lead. 
  • Chris Anderson, Business Office Coordinator/Staffing Liaison, completed the Leadership Collective Program through LeadingAge Texas. 
  • Rudy Leal, Housekeeping/Laundry Team Lead, is serving as interim department supervisor. 
  • Anahi Rosales, Food Service Worker, graduated from a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program and is preparing to take her certification exam. 
  • Victor Perez, LVN, was promoted to Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON). 

Celebrating the Class of 2026 

This year’s graduates completed one of three levels of the Academy of Career Excellence. 

Level I Graduates 

Gabriel De La Rosa, Rachelle Quinn, Victor Perez, Mina Gonzalez-Rodriguez, Kianna Olmedo, Jessica Galloway, Carol Valdes Castillo, Joanna Castaneda, Sember Lyons, Felicia Ortiz, Amanda Fields, and Alysa Arthur. 

Level II Graduates 

Tasnim Akhtar, Diana Gonzalez, Vanessa Rodriguez, Maria Santos, Cary Draper, Kirk Serrata, and Magaly Garza. 

Level III Graduates 

Nichol Abbott, Anahi Rosales, Janie Gutierrez, Blanca Moreno, Rudy Leal, Chris Anderson, and Yvonne Brady. 

Honoring Our ACE Alumni 

Morningside also recognized the members of the ACE Alumni Association, who continue to encourage, mentor, and support new participants as they progress through the program. 

Patty Mendoza (Chairperson), Vanessa Gendap-Villaluna, Stella Miera, Connie Sanchez-Long, Esther Lamarseillaise, Maria Cardenas, Heidi Castellano, Mary Langley (Chairperson), Emily Jellick, Charles Hance, Eileen Jung, Frances Camacho, and Shaine Balero. 

Growing Together 

The Academy of Career Excellence reflects Morningside’s commitment to developing leaders from within. By encouraging continuous learning, leadership development, and career advancement, the program helps strengthen our team and enhances the care and service we provide to our residents every day. 

Congratulations to our 2026 ACE graduates, alumni, and mentors. Your dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence continue to make Morningside a stronger community for our residents, families, and one another. 

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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!)
Debbie M.
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.
Ellen C.
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!
Henry S.
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