Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
MorningStar at River Oaks
A proud member of the MorningStar Senior Living Group, MorningStar at River Oaks provides exceptional senior living in Houston. Their memory care and assisted living services are tailored to each individual’s needs. The community prides itself on providing the best services; striving to be the premier senior living community in Houston. River Oaks is an elegant community that is built on its contemporary design and styling, allowing for a more luxurious environment while providing resort-like service. Residents of MorningStar at River Oaks can rest assured that the best years are just beginning.
Furthermore, the community boasts elegant designs and upscale amenities such as its dining room, brightly-lit lounge areas, spacious apartments, courtyard, and arts and crafts studio. MorningStar at River Oaks promotes a stress-free lifestyle for their residents, which is why they have provided essential services to do so– housekeeping, social and recreational events, and transportation events. Management highly encourages residents to take part in activities and maximize the amenities so as to socialize and promote a warm and welcoming environment.
Community insights.
About this community
MorningStar at River Oaks is legally operated by Hgm Sl River Oaks Tx Tenant LLC.
Inspection History
In Texas, the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is the primary regulatory body that conducts unannounced inspections and publishes quality reports for all long-term care homes.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 4 citations 1 inspection
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Texas state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2025 vs. Texas state average• Health citations (100% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (50% below)
Citations
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Total citations
| 4 | 8.0 | This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (4 vs. TX avg 8).↓ 50% better |
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Health citations
| 4 | 2.0 | This facility has 100% more health citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (4 vs. TX avg 2).↑ 100% worse |
Inspections
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Inspections with citations
| 1 | 1.0 | This facility has inspections with citations in line with the Texas average (1 vs. TX avg 1).— At avg |
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
No pets allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for MorningStar at River Oaks
Places of interest near MorningStar at River Oaks
3.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Houston's city center to MorningStar at River Oaks's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.76 miles to nearest hospital (Kindred Hospital Houston Medical Center)
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Compare Assisted Living around Houston
Info below is compiled from the TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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Citations tied to health-related standards (as categorized by the state). Subset of overall citation activity.
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Citations tied to life safety or environmental standards (as categorized by the state). Often distinct from health-line citations.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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TX AVG
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TX AVG
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6
TX AVG
6
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| MorningStar at River Oaks | AL CCRC IL MC | Houston | 124
Facility
124
TX AVG
69
Rank
#93 / 752 | No |
90
Facility
90
TX AVG
40
Rank
#5 / 865 | - | Hgm Sl River Oaks Tx Tenant LLC | 4
Facility
4
TX AVG
6
Rank
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110
TX AVG
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52
TX AVG
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21
TX AVG
17
Rank
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Facility
9
TX AVG
6
Rank
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Facility
101
TX AVG
69
Rank
#195 / 752 | Yes |
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58
TX AVG
40
Rank
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Facility
13
TX AVG
17
Rank
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7
TX AVG
6
Rank
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| The Waterford at Baytown | AL IL MC RC | Baytown | 42
Facility
42
TX AVG
69
Rank
#504 / 752 | Yes |
62
Facility
62
TX AVG
40
Rank
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Facility
11
TX AVG
17
Rank
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Facility
4
TX AVG
6
Rank
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other TX assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas
MorningStar at River Oaks is located in Houston, Texas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions about MorningStar at River Oaks
Who is the owner of MorningStar at River Oaks?
MorningStar at River Oaks is legally operated by Hgm Sl River Oaks Tx Tenant LLC.
Is MorningStar at River Oaks in a walkable area?
MorningStar at River Oaks has a walk score of 90. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
Does MorningStar at River Oaks have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at MorningStar at River Oaks on this page.
Are pets allowed at MorningStar at River Oaks?
No, MorningStar at River Oaks has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does MorningStar at River Oaks have?
MorningStar at River Oaks has 124 beds.
Has MorningStar at River Oaks had any citations?
MorningStar at River Oaks has had 4 reported citations according to records from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Are there photos of MorningStar at River Oaks?
Yes — there are 14 photos of MorningStar at River Oaks in the photo gallery on this page.
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