Morningside of Sterling
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Sterling, IL
Morningside of Sterling
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Sterling, IL
A worry-free haven awaits at Morningside of Sterling, a compassionate senior living community in Sterling, IL that offers assisted living, memory care, respite care, and short-term stays. The community features a wide range of studio and one-bed apartments with modern amenities like walk-in closets, kitchenettes and private balconies, offering a vibrant and convenient residence with access to an array of amenities and services. Offering various therapies, personalized medical resources, housekeeping, linen services, and nursing team, the community provides residents with all the support they need to live comfortably.
Dedicated to helping residents create meaningful experiences, the community conducts a variety of activities tailored to residents’ passion, interests, and current capabilities. An exceptional culinary team serves delicious and nutritious meals tailored to residents’ dietary restrictions and preferences. At Morningside of Sterling, residents are well-supported to live a carefree lifestyle with plenty of time to explore and continue doing what they desire.
87-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 33 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment
StatusInactive - Chow
IssuanceMarch 1, 2025
ExpirationSeptember 21, 2026
CountyWhiteside
Morningside of Sterling is legally operated by Fve Managers, Inc.
Permanent Units
61 units
Alzheimer's Units
26 units
Total beds
87 units
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Types of Care at Morningside of Sterling
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Respite Care
Inspection History
In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.
Since 2025 · 1 year of data
3 deficiencies
7 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2025 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
4 Better
Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (57% below)
• Deficiencies per year (57% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (56% below)
• Total inspections (13% below)
• Total deficiencies (57% below)
• Deficiencies per year (57% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (56% below)
• Total inspections (13% below)
Latest Inspection
October 16, 2025
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 3 | 7 | This facility has 57% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (3 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 57% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2025.
| 3 | 7 | This facility has 57% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (3 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 57% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.4 | 0.9 | This facility has 56% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0.4 vs. IL avg 0.9).↓ 56% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 7 | 8 | This facility has 13% fewer total inspections than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (7 vs. IL avg 8).↓ 13% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on October 16, 2025, identified deficiencies related to physician and nurse signatures on resident documentation and food service sanitation due to unlabeled food items in the kitchen. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so broader inspection patterns are not available. The main issues involved documentation compliance and food safety practices. There were no complaint investigations or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. Without prior data, it is unclear whether these findings represent an ongoing trend or isolated concerns.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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2.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Sterling's city center to Morningside of Sterling's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.85 miles to nearest hospital (CGH Medical Center)
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Assisted Living in Illinois
Morningside of Sterling is located in Sterling, Illinois.
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The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.
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| Morningside of Sterling |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Sterling | 87 | Yes | 33 | 1 | Fve Managers, Inc | 7 | - | 1 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Avonlea Cottage-Sterling |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Sterling | 30 | No | 80 | 1 | - | 2 | 1 | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
| HarborChase of Naperville |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Sterling | - | No | 23 | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
Frequently Asked Questions about Morningside of Sterling
Who is the owner of Morningside of Sterling?
The legal owner and operator of Morningside of Sterling is Fve Managers, Inc.
Is Morningside of Sterling in a walkable area?
Morningside of Sterling has a walk score of 33. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
When does Morningside of Sterling's license expire?
According to IL state health department records, Morningside of Sterling's license expires on September 21, 2026.
How many beds does Morningside of Sterling have?
Morningside of Sterling has 87 beds.
What is the address of Morningside of Sterling?
Morningside of Sterling is located at 2705 Avenue E, Sterling, IL 61081, United States.
What is the phone number of Morningside of Sterling?
(815) 622-2800 will put you in contact with the team at Morningside of Sterling.
What county is Morningside of Sterling located in?
Morningside of Sterling is in Whiteside County.
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