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Morningstar Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Sylva, NC
Entrance awning of Morningstar Assisted Living facility Cozy resident room with a bed and chair Cozy resident room with a bed and chair Sign for Morningstar Assisted Living along a wooded path Sunflowers in a vase next to a bed Dining room with tables and chairs in a light setting Bright common area with tables and chairs Interior common area with residents and staff Residents relaxing in a large common area of the facility Residents and staff interacting in a common area

Morningstar Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Respite Care · Sylva, NC
95 Morningstar Lane Sylva, Nc 28779, Sylva, NC 28779 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Morningstar Assisted Living

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Morningstar Assisted Living is located in Sylva, North Carolina, providing quality senior care in a home-like environment. The facility offers a range of services including assisted living, respite care, and on-site medical care. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities and dining options tailored to their preferences.
Facility Direct Line (828) 586-4002
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Bed community size
55-bed community Rank #285 / 389Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 285th out of 389 homes in North Carolina for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other North Carolina facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in North Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 55 / 100 Rank #111 / 573Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 111th out of 573 homes in North Carolina for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across North Carolina facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in North Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
58%
Rank #167 / 241Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 167th out of 241 homes in North Carolina for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the North Carolina average, with its Statewide rank out of 241. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in North Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the North Carolina average: 76.4%
Occupied beds
32 / 55
Average occupied beds in North Carolina homes 85 beds

License Details

StatusActive
CountyJackson
License NumberHAL-050-016

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

ActivitiesEach week, 14+ hours of planned group activities including Bingo, exercise, socials, crafts, and outings
Specific ProgramsOn-Site Medical Care

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Inspection History

In North Carolina, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation conducts unannounced surveys to ensure nursing and adult care homes meet safety standards.

Since 2016 · 10 years of data 26 deficiencies 24 inspections 0 penalties 18 inspections with deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the North Carolina state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2016 vs. North Carolina state average
Overall vs. NC average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 5 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (43% below)
• Deficiencies per year (43% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (50% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (5% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (17% below)
Latest Inspection January 30, 2025 Annual Inspection

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNC Averagevs. NC Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2646 This facility has 43% fewer total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (26 vs. NC avg 46).↓ 43% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2016. 2.64.6 This facility has 43% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (2.6 vs. NC avg 4.6).↓ 43% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.12.2 This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (1.1 vs. NC avg 2.2).↓ 50% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNC Averagevs. NC Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 2421 This facility has had 14% more total inspections than the North Carolina average (24 vs. NC avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 14% more
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 1819 This facility has 5% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (18 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 5% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 75%90% This facility has 15 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (75% vs. NC avg 90%).↓ 15% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • January 30, 2025 annual inspection found 3 deficiencies including failure to provide timely speech therapy, incomplete PT/INR labs, missed medication doses, and incorrect therapeutic diets, risking aspiration and stroke.
  • February 1, 2022 annual inspection cited 3 deficiencies for medication errors and failure to follow COVID-19 infection control guidelines, including improper PPE use and hand hygiene.
  • May 14, 2024 Construction Section follow-up survey verified all previously identified building deficiencies were corrected with no further action needed.
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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Overall Rating
2 / 5

health inspections, staffing, and quality measures

Division Of Health Service Rating
1/4

Scores

DHSR Score
71.00 / 200

Quality score (0-200). Higher scores indicate better performance in inspections and compliance.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Morningstar Assisted Living

Is Morningstar Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Morningstar Assisted Living has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Morningstar Assisted Living?

According to NC state health department records, Morningstar Assisted Living's license number is HAL-050-016.

What is the occupancy rate at Morningstar Assisted Living?

Morningstar Assisted Living's occupancy is 58%.

Are pets allowed at Morningstar Assisted Living?

No, Morningstar Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Morningstar Assisted Living have?

Morningstar Assisted Living has 55 beds.

Are there photos of Morningstar Assisted Living?

Yes — there are 10 photos of Morningstar Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Morningstar Assisted Living?

Morningstar Assisted Living is located at 95 Morningstar Lane Sylva, Nc 28779, Sylva, NC 28779.

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