MorningStar of Fountain Hills
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Fountain Hills, AZ
MorningStar of Fountain Hills
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Fountain Hills, AZ
Featuring a cozy and inviting environment, Morningstar of Fountain Hills located in East Paul Nordin Parkway, Fountain Hills, AZ, is an idyllic senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Enjoy comfort and safety like no other with a wide array of accommodations including 63 assisted living suites and 28 memory care suites, carefully designed to meet residents’ needs and preferences. The community strives to maximize seniors’ independence, handling the maintenance and other daily living needs.
Celebrating exceptional care for over two decades, the community is dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life. Rekindle passions and discover new hobbies with various activities and social events conducted for seniors’ enjoyment and wellness. Enjoy exquisite dining with healthy and tasty meals for residents’ nutritional needs and tastes. With its elegant amenities and peaceful community, MorningStar Fountain Hills is a good place to spend an unforgettable retirement and experience.
105-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 62 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Best of Senior Living 2025 by Seniorly
Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 9, 2024
ExpirationAugust 31, 2026
License NumberAL13132C
QualificationHealth Care
MorningStar of Fountain Hills is administered by Catherine A Leonard.
Owner16800 E PAUL NORDIN PKWY OPCO LLC
Wheelchair Accessible
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactCatherine Leonard
Does not accept Medicaid
Does not accept Medicare
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Vibrant Social And Activity Spaces
Engaging Wellness And Fitness Programs
Personalized 24/7 Compassionate Care
Multi-Modal Therapies
Culinary Excellence Dining
Prime Location With Nearby Attractions
Specific ProgramsWellness Programs, Dining Experience
Starting Price$5,175/mo
Inspection History
In Arizona, the Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing performs regular onsite inspections and investigates complaints for all licensed residential and nursing facilities.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Arizona state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Overall vs. AZ average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Total inspections (20% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
• Total complaints (67% below)
• Total inspections (20% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
• Total complaints (67% below)
Latest Inspection
November 14, 2025
Modification
No deficiencies
Deficiencies
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Enforcement actions
Formal penalties or interventions imposed by Arizona regulators — directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management.
| 0 | 0.9 | This facility has 100% fewer enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 6 | 5 | This facility has 20% more total inspections than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (6 vs. AZ avg 5).↑ 20% worse |
Complaints & Investigations
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 2 | 6 | This facility has 67% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 67% better Rank #267 / 500 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 267th out of 500 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 500 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- June 13, 2025 complaint investigation found no deficiencies during on-site inspection of complaint 00133381.
- March 12, 2025 complaint investigations of 00122004 and 00104823 found no deficiencies on site.
- August 21 and November 14, 2025 off-site reviews approved license changes with no deficiencies or complaints.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for MorningStar of Fountain Hills
Studio
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0.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fountain Hills's city center to MorningStar of Fountain Hills's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 9.66 miles to nearest hospital (HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center)
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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.
| MorningStar of Fountain Hills | AL MC RC | Fountain Hills | 105 | No | 62 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2 | Catherine A Leonard | 6 | 2
Facility
2
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#267 / 500 |
| El Pueblo Assisted Living | AL | Fountain Hills | - | No | 5 | Single / Shared Rooms | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona
MorningStar of Fountain Hills is located in Fountain Hills, Arizona.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Arizona.
Frequently Asked Questions about MorningStar of Fountain Hills
Who is the owner of MorningStar of Fountain Hills?
MorningStar of Fountain Hills is legally operated by 16800 E Paul Nordin Pkwy Opco Llc, and administered by Catherine A Leonard.
Is MorningStar of Fountain Hills in a walkable area?
MorningStar of Fountain Hills has a walk score of 62. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of MorningStar of Fountain Hills?
According to AZ state health department records, MorningStar of Fountain Hills's license number is AL13132C.
When does MorningStar of Fountain Hills's license expire?
According to AZ state health department records, MorningStar of Fountain Hills's license expires on August 31, 2026.
Does MorningStar of Fountain Hills have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at MorningStar of Fountain Hills on this page.
Who is the administrator of MorningStar of Fountain Hills?
Catherine A Leonard is the administrator of MorningStar of Fountain Hills.
How many beds does MorningStar of Fountain Hills have?
MorningStar of Fountain Hills has 105 beds.
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