Occupancy rate
72%
Similar to the California average: 72.8%MorningStar Senior Living of Mission Viejo
Assisted Living in Mission Viejo
MorningStar Senior Living of Mission Viejo
Assisted Living in Mission Viejo
Overview of Morningstar Senior Living of Mission Viejo
A proud MorningStar Senior Living Group member, Morningstar Senior Living of Mission Viejo provides exceptional assisted living and memory care services tailored to each individual’s needs. The community prides itself on providing the best services, striving to be the city’s top-ranked assisted living place. Residents of Morningstar Senior Living of Mission Viejo can rest assured that they can feel like a home away from home.
An elegant community built on its contemporary design and styling, allowing for a more luxurious environment while providing resort-like services: elegant designs and upscale amenities such as its dining room, brightly-lit lounge areas, spacious apartments, courtyard, and arts and crafts studio. MorningStar promotes a stress-free lifestyle for their residents, providing essential services– housekeeping, social and recreational events, and transportation events. Management encourages residents to participate in activities and maximize the amenities to socialize and promote a warm and welcoming environment.
198-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 46 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
Similar to the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
142 / 198
Average residents
87 per day
AwardsGold Nugget Award of Merit 2024, American Society of Interior Design Excellence Award 2024, Google 5 Stars
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJune 6, 2023
CountyOrange
MorningStar Senior Living of Mission Viejo is legally operated by Cd-tt Mission Viejo Llc; Morningstar Snr Mgmt, Llc, and administrated by Mandviwal, Melinda.
Doesn't Accept Medicaid
Doesn't Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Vibrant Social And Activity Spaces
Engaging Wellness And Fitness Programs
Salon
Massage Room
Theater
Club Room
Lounge
Fitness Center
Swimming Pool
ActivitiesEngaging wellness and fitness programs available.
Specific ProgramsWellness, Life Enrichment, Dining Experience
IL$6,450 per month
MC$9,900 per month
Food DescriptionDining features seasonal menus with fresh ingredients, prepared from scratch, and includes a full bar.
Meals IncludedYes
Special DietsYes
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 445 - 589 / 623 - 926 / 920 - 1,310 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at MorningStar Senior Living of Mission Viejo
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Inspection History
In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics worse than average are highlighted in red; those better than average are highlighted in green.
Since 2023 vs. California state average
Overall vs. California average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
7 Better
Metrics better than California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (100% below)
• Total visits (38% below)
• Complaint visits (77% below)
• Other visits (14% below)
• Official inspections (75% below)
• Complaint investigations (80% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (100% below)
• Total visits (38% below)
• Complaint visits (77% below)
• Other visits (14% below)
• Official inspections (75% below)
• Complaint investigations (80% below)
Latest Inspection
October 27, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory violations recorded during state inspections. California uses Type A (serious) and Type B (moderate) severity levels.
| Metric | This Facility | California Average | vs. California Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 0 | 3 | This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California facility (0 vs. California avg 3).↓ 100% better |
|
Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. Corrective action required within a specified timeframe.
| 0 | 4 | This facility has 100% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California facility (0 vs. California avg 4).↓ 100% better |
Inspections & Visits
Regulatory visits include scheduled inspections, complaint investigations, and other on-site visits by state regulators.
| Metric | This Facility | California Average | vs. California Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 10 | 16 | This facility has 38% fewer total visits than a typical California facility (10 vs. California avg 16).↓ 38% better |
|
Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Fewer complaint visits generally indicate fewer reported concerns.
| 3 | 13 | This facility has 77% fewer complaint visits than a typical California facility (3 vs. California avg 13).↓ 77% better |
|
Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 6 | 7 | This facility has 14% fewer other visits than a typical California facility (6 vs. California avg 7).↓ 14% better |
|
Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California facility (1 vs. California avg 4).↓ 75% better |
|
Complaint Investigations
Investigations triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Complaint Investigations can result in multiple complaint visits. This home had 3 complaint visits.
| 2 | 10 | This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California facility (2 vs. California avg 10).↓ 80% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Morningstar Senior Living of Mission Viejo had no deficiencies cited during its most recent annual inspection on July 2, 2025, which found the facility clean, safe, and medications properly managed. A complaint investigation on October 27, 2025, found no substantiated violations but resulted in one staff termination for medication misconduct. The facility’s record is mostly clean, with isolated medication administration concerns addressed promptly and no ongoing safety or documentation issues.
Read the full state inspection reports, including specific deficiencies and facility responses.
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Morningstar Senior Living Of Mission Viejo P3
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Morningstar Senior Living Of Mission Viejo P1
Morningstar Senior Living Of Mission Viejo P4
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California
MorningStar Senior Living of Mission Viejo is located in Mission Viejo, California.
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4.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Mission Viejo's city center to MorningStar Senior Living of Mission Viejo's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.85 miles to nearest hospital (CHOC at Mission Hospital)
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Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Compare Assisted Living around Mission Viejo The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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| MorningStar Senior Living of Mission Viejo |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Mission Viejo | 198 | Yes | 46 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 71.7% | Cd-Tt Mission Viejo Llc; Morningstar Snr Mgmt, Llc | Private Rooms |
| Atria Del Sol |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Mission Viejo | 120 | Yes | 54 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 29 | 70.8% | Wg Del Sol Sh Lp; Atria Management Co Llc | Studio / Suite |
| Sunrise of Mission Viejo |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Mission Viejo | 110 | Yes | 48 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 21 | 75.5% | Szr Mission Viejo Asst Lvg; Sunrise Senior Lvg Mgt | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Adriana Elderly Care Homes |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Mission Viejo | 6 | No | 46 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 100.0% | Adriana Elderly Care Homes, Inc. | Private Rooms |
| Castilla Lane Villa |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Mission Viejo | 6 | No | 30 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 19 | 100.0% | Joyful Home Corporation | Studio / 1 Bed Room |
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