Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments
Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments is a 31-bed assisted living facility at 1702 Morningside Drive, Chillicothe, Missouri, operated by Livingston County Nursing Home District and administrated by Harri Melte. The facility offers full-service apartments with around-the-clock care and integrated skilled rehabilitation and nursing services. The full-apartment model provides residents greater independence than traditional assisted living while maintaining on-site medical oversight and rehabilitation services. Twenty-four-hour staffing is available, a significant operational detail indicating continuous care availability.
The community has received local recognition as Voted Best Nursing Home, Voted Best Assisted Living, and Voted Finalist Best Place to Work. These designations reflect local acknowledgment of care quality and workplace culture, though they are informal peer or community votes rather than accredited third-party assessments.
The facility’s inspection profile shows zero routine inspections compared to the Missouri state average of seven, which could indicate a recent opening or limited survey activity relative to comparable Missouri assisted living facilities. Without access to the complete inspection record and detailed staffing breakdown, families cannot assess regulatory history or identify any substantive compliance issues. The zero-inspection finding requires clarification regarding the facility’s age, licensure status, and operational standing before consideration for placement.
The walk score of 71 reflects very walkable surroundings; most errands are possible on foot, with many essentials nearby, which is an asset for resident mobility and family visits. The facility is located at Chillicothe’s city center, providing immediate access to services and healthcare resources.
Missouri residents may access multiple payment assistance programs, including Medicaid A&D Waiver, Supplemental Nursing Care, Structured Family Caregiving Waiver, MO HealthNet Aged/Blind/Disabled, Medicare Savings Program, Caregiver Program, and Veterans Aid and Attendance.
Families should ask about skilled rehabilitation programming and staffing details, occupancy, licensing, inspections, quality metrics from Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments.
About this community
Occupancy
Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments is legally operated by Livingston County Nursing Home District, and administered by Harri Melte.
Inspection History
In Missouri, the Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Regulation and Licensure performs the inspections and unannounced surveys required for all long-term care providers.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Missouri state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2022 vs. Missouri state average• Total deficiencies (74% below)
• Deficiencies per year (74% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (21% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 9 | 35 | This facility has 74% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (9 vs. MO avg 35).↓ 74% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 2.3 | 8.8 | This facility has 74% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (2.3 vs. MO avg 8.8).↓ 74% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 2.3 | 2.9 | This facility has 21% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Missouri assisted living residence (2.3 vs. MO avg 2.9).↓ 21% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MO Average | vs. MO Avg |
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Total inspections
| 4 | 12 | This facility has had 67% fewer total inspections than the Missouri average (4 vs. MO avg 12). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 67% fewer |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments
Who is the owner of Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments?
Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments is legally operated by Livingston County Nursing Home District, and administered by Harri Melte.
Is Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments in a walkable area?
Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments has a walk score of 71. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the occupancy rate at Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments?
Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments's occupancy is 71%.
Who is the administrator of Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments?
Harri Melte is the administrator of Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments.
How many beds does Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments have?
Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments has 31 beds.
Are there photos of Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments?
Morningside Center Assisted Living Apartments is located at 1702 Morningside Dr, Chillicothe, MO 64601-1545.
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