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MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Peoria, AZ
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MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Peoria, AZ
6735 W Golden Ln, Peoria, AZ 85345 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge

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A few minutes away from Peoria, MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge in Glendale provides exceptional senior independent living, assisted living, and memory care options tailored to each individual’s needs. The community prides itself on providing the best accommodations, striving to be Glendale’s top-ranked assisted living community. It is an elegant community built on its contemporary design and styling, allowing for a more luxurious environment while providing resort-like service. Residents of MorningStar at Golden Ridge can rest assured that they can feel like they’re a home away from home.

The upscale community boasts elegant designs and exclusive 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.

Facility Direct Line (623) 624-8437
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Bed community size
124-bed community Rank #76 / 522Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 76th out of 522 homes in Arizona for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Arizona 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 Arizona 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.
Years in operation
7 years in operation Rank #270 / 533Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 270th out of 533 homes in Arizona for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Arizona facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 40 / 100 Rank #361 / 818Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 361st out of 818 homes in Arizona for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Arizona 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 Arizona 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
IssuanceJune 24, 2019
License NumberAL11067C
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge is administered by Kelci D Franks.

OwnerShp V Glendale LLC

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Does not accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55+
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Swimming Pool
Library
Salon
Spa
Chapel
Dining Room
Restaurant
Bistro
Cafe
Courtyard
Garden
Art Studio
Transportation
Concierge
Housekeeping
Laundry
Linen Service
Activities
Wellness Programmusic, dance, art, aromatherapy, animals
Specific ProgramsLife Enrichment, Dining Experience, Clinical Services
Religious Services

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$4,925 per month

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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 Info 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (344% above)
• Total complaints (83% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Enforcement actions Info Formal penalties or interventions imposed by Arizona regulators — directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management. 40.9 This facility has 344% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (4 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 344% worse

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

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 125 This facility has had 140% more total inspections than the Arizona average (12 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 140% more

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 116 This facility has 83% more total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (11 vs. AZ avg 6).↑ 83% worse Rank #445 / 482 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 445th out of 482 homes in Arizona for complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 482 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 Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

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

  • The most recent inspection on July 16, 2025, found no deficiencies during the occupancy modification to 38 directed care beds and 86 personal care beds.
  • Enforcement actions from February to August 2025 resulted in fines totaling $8,400 for repeated failures in caregiver verification, medication administration, and lack of a certified facility manager.
  • Complaint investigations from June 2025 found one deficiency for failure to initiate CPR per certification training, while other complaints were either unsubstantiated or had minor medication and documentation issues.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge

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Address 2.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Peoria's city center to MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.29 miles to nearest hospital (Banner Thunderbird Medical Center)

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-Kelci D Franks-12
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Facility 72
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge is located in Peoria, Arizona.
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Arizona Long Term Care System

ALTCS

Age 65+ or disabled
General Arizona 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).
AZ

Covers tribal members; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Nursing home care Medical services Transportation (10 trips/month)

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+
General Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
AZ

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AZ WAP

Age 60+ priority
General Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-focused.
AZ

High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.

Benefits
Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AZ Section 202

Age 62+
General Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,645/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned
AZ

Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.

Benefits
Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Arizona CARES Program

AZ CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of Arizona 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.
AZ

Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.

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

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+ or disabled
General Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.
Income Limits Above Medicaid threshold but low-income ~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region
Asset Limits Not specified; income-driven eligibility.
AZ

Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Personal care (limited hours) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Frequently Asked Questions about MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge

What neighborhood is MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge in?

MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge is in the Haciendas Del Sol neighborhood of Peoria.

Who is the owner of MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge?

MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge is legally operated by Shp V Glendale LLC, and administered by Kelci D Franks.

Is MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge in a walkable area?

MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge?

According to AZ state health department records, MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge's license number is AL11067C.

How long has MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge been in business?

MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge on this page.

Are pets allowed at MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge?

Yes, MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge allows residents to bring their pets.

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