MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Berkeley, CA

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Berkeley, CA

Overview of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley

A proud MorningStar Senior Living Group member, MorningStar Senior Assisted Living and Memory Care of Berkeley 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 Berkeley 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.

Bed community size
100-bed community Rank #697 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 697th out of 1644 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California 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 California 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 93 / 100 Rank #111 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 111th out of 2087 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California 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 California 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusPending
CountyShasta

Ownership & Operating Entity

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley is legally operated by Vop The Vistas LP and Ridgeline Managment Company Inc, and administered by Nathan Echois.

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Does not accept Medicaid
Does not accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
Salon
Transportation
Specific ProgramsDining Experience, Clinical Services

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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.

We don't publish a score for assisted living residences with fewer than three inspections on record. This would unfairly reward providers with limited inspection history or those that have not been operating long enough to be cited.

Inspection score unavailable

Not enough inspection history to generate a score.

Average score for California assisted living residences: B- 81/100

Inspection score not available. Not enough inspection history to score against the California benchmark.

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

Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (94% below)
• Complaint visits (100% below)
• Other visits (86% below)
• Official inspections (100% below)

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 116 This facility has 94% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 94% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 013 This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 17 This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 04 This facility has 100% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 354 - 405 / 532 - 547 / 779 - 795 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Nate Echols

Administrator

Over 20 years of experience

Nate Echols is the Administrator of Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care, overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. He is dedicated to fostering a culture of respect and support that creates a homelike environment for residents and staff. Nate brings over 20 years of healthcare administration experience across Northern California and holds degrees in Health Administration and a Master’s from USC.

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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Berkeley's city center to MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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---Vop The Vistas LP And Ridgeline Managment Company IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley is located in Berkeley, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

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

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley

What neighborhood is MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley in?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley is in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley.

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

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley is legally operated by Vop The Vistas LP and Ridgeline Managment Company Inc, and administered by Nathan Echois.

Is MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley in a walkable area?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley has a walk score of 93. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Are pets allowed at MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley?

Yes, MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley?

Nathan Echois is the administrator of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley.

How many beds does MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley have?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley has 100 beds.

Has MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley had any citations?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley has no reported citations according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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