MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Portland, OR

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Portland, OR

Overview of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst

MorningStar of Laurelhurst is a novel senior living community situated on NE Sandy Boulevard, Portland, OR, providing assisted living and memory care. Spend retirement surrounded by warmth and elegance with a wide range of spacious and snug residences including 83 assisted living apartments and 32 memory care suites. Live your life to the fullest and maximize independence with round-the-clock care and support from a kind and dedicated team.

Reignite old interests and learn new skills through fun activities and engaging programs. With its wonderful place near serene attractions and convenient amenities, seniors easily access their needs and discover new endeavors. The community serves healthy and delightful meals to cater to seniors’ cravings and nutritional requirements. MorningStar of Laurelhurst is a great place for a relaxing and safe retirement with its carefully designed grounds and peaceful surroundings.

Bed community size
98-bed community Rank #57 / 350Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 57th out of 350 homes we track in Oregon for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Oregon facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
3 years in operation Rank #340 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 340th out of 375 homes we track in Oregon for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Oregon facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 90 / 100 Rank #29 / 462Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 462 homes we track in Oregon for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Oregon facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Awards

Oregon’s 2024 '100 Best Green Workplaces'
'100 Best Companies to Work For'

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceAugust 4, 2023
CountyMultnomah

Ownership & Operating Entity

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst is legally operated by Pt Ms Laurelhurst, LLC, and administered by Tiana Jackson.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Secured Perimeter
Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency call systems, handicap-accessible bathrooms

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Does not accept Medicaid
Does not accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Smoking not allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
Fitness Center
Dining
Activities
Wellness Program
Specific ProgramsWellness Programs, Dining Experience

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Living from$5,395/mo
Memory Care from$8,625/mo

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Inspection History

In Oregon, the Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities performs unannounced surveys and regular inspections to ensure resident safety in all care settings.

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

Overall vs. OR average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (66% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (50% below)

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

This FacilityOR Averagevs. OR Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1632 This facility has 50% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (16 vs. OR avg 32).↓ 50% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 8.04.81 This facility has 66% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (8 vs. OR avg 4.81).↑ 66% worse

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

This FacilityOR Averagevs. OR Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 27 This facility has had 71% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (2 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 71% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst

Places of interest near MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst

Address 3.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.95 miles to nearest hospital (Providence Portland Medical Center)

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Info below is compiled from the OR Dept. of Human Services (ODHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Regency Park
AL
MC
Portland (Cedar Mill)
118
Facility 118
OR AVG 67
Rank #28 / 350
Yes
55
Facility 55
OR AVG 56
Rank #254 / 462
Studio / 1 Bed
39
Facility 39
OR AVG 22
Rank #24 / 375
-4
12
Facility 12
OR AVG 31
Rank #44 / 283
3.0
Facility 3.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #71 / 283
Cascade Living Group Management, LLCSteven Matthews
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst
AL
MC
Portland (Kerns)
98
Facility 98
OR AVG 67
Rank #57 / 350
No
90
Facility 90
OR AVG 56
Rank #29 / 462
Suite
3
Facility 3
OR AVG 22
Rank #340 / 375
-2
16
Facility 16
OR AVG 31
Rank #76 / 283
8.0
Facility 8.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #247 / 283
Pt Ms Laurelhurst, LLCTiana Jackson
Firwood Gardens
AL
MC
Portland (Hazelwood)
85
Facility 85
OR AVG 67
Rank #89 / 350
No
82
Facility 82
OR AVG 56
Rank #72 / 462
Studio / Suite
46
Facility 46
OR AVG 22
Rank #9 / 375
A+7
44
Facility 44
OR AVG 31
Rank #230 / 283
6.3
Facility 6.3
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #202 / 283
Sapphire At Firwood, LLCTatiana Misa
Courtyard at Mount Tabor
AL
IL
MC
Portland (Southeast Portland)
80
Facility 80
OR AVG 67
Rank #104 / 350
Yes
68
Facility 68
OR AVG 56
Rank #171 / 462
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
34
Facility 34
OR AVG 22
Rank #50 / 375
A+7
21
Facility 21
OR AVG 31
Rank #111 / 283
3.0
Facility 3.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #71 / 283
Sssht Opco Se Division Street, LLCGelissa Crichton-Jean-Joseph
Markham House Assisted Living
AL
RC
Portland (West Portland Park)
63
Facility 63
OR AVG 67
Rank #168 / 350
Yes
75
Facility 75
OR AVG 56
Rank #118 / 462
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
33
Facility 33
OR AVG 22
Rank #56 / 375
A+5
21
Facility 21
OR AVG 31
Rank #111 / 283
4.2
Facility 4.2
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #122 / 283
Markham House Sl LLCAirene Keppel

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst is located in Portland, Oregon.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Oregon.

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Oregon Project Independence (OPI)

OPI

Age 60+
General Oregon resident, at risk of nursing home but not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OR

Cost-sharing required; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Oregon Medicaid Community-Based Care

OR Medicaid CBC

Age 65+ or disabled
General Oregon resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OR

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Portland).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Oregon PACE (e.g., Providence ElderPlace)

Age 55+
General OR resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
OR

Available in 11 counties (e.g., Multnomah, Washington); Providence ElderPlace dominant provider.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Oregon Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OR resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
OR

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Oregon Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OR resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
OR

15 regions; rural priority; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Oregon VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OR resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
OR

High veteran demand; Oregon Veterans’ Homes option.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Property Tax Deferral Program

Oregon Property Tax Deferral for Disabled and Senior Citizens

Age 62+
General OR resident, homeowner 5+ years, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$58,000/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Home value < county median; equity > 15%.
OR

Deferred taxes accrue 6% interest; repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Tax deferral (~$1,000-$3,000/year avg., varies by county)

Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP)

Oregon Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+
General OR resident (or spouse of any age); no income limit.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
OR

Includes Meals on Wheels; prioritizes homebound/low-income.

Benefits
Home-delivered or congregate meals (~$5-$7/meal value, 5 meals/week avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst

What neighborhood is MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst in?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst is in the Kerns neighborhood of Portland.

Who is the owner of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst is legally operated by Pt Ms Laurelhurst, LLC, and administered by Tiana Jackson.

Is MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst in a walkable area?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst has a walk score of 90. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

How long has MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst been in business?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst has been operating for approximately 3 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst on this page.

Are pets allowed at MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst?

No, MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst?

The team at MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Laurelhurst can be reached at tjackson@mstarliving.com.

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