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.

(510) 845-1000

Types of Care at MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley

Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
100-bed community Rank #700 / 1658Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 700th out of 1658 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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 / 2093Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 111th out of 2093 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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; Ridgeline Managment Company Inc, and administrated 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

Dining Experience
Clinical Services
Life Enrichment
Salon Services
Transportation Services

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree hot meals a day, served restaurant-style in Assisted Living and Memory Care, prepared by Executive Chefs.

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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.

Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. We don't score profiles with fewer than 3 inspections on record because a small inspection history reads as "below average" on every count-based metric — that would over-reward a facility just for being new.

Limited inspection history. Not enough information to score against the California benchmark.

California assisted living residences benchmark: C 76/100

Inspection score not available. Not enough information 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)
Latest Inspection May 5, 2026

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
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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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. — 1.85 miles to nearest hospital (Neurology: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley is located in Berkeley, 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)

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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?

The legal owner and operator of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley is Vop The Vistas Lp; Ridgeline Managment Company Inc.

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.

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 recent deficiencies or citations?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley has no recently reported deficiencies or citations.

What is the phone number of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley?

(510) 845-1000 will put you in contact with the team at MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley.

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