MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley

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

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.

100-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 93 / 100

Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusPending

CountyShasta

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley is legally operated by Vop The Vistas Lp; Ridgeline Managment Company Inc, and administrated by Nathan Echois.

Does not accept Medicaid

Does not accept Medicare

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Doctor on Staff

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Minimum Age55

Dining Experience

Clinical Services

Life Enrichment

Salon Services

Transportation Services

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

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 354 - 405 / 532 - 547 / 779 - 795 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

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

Assisted Living Memory Care

Inspection Scorecard 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

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	0	10	This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 100% better

Standout metricNo citations on file — the California average is 10.

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

Metric	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	16	This facility has 100% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 16). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 100% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	13	This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 13). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 100% better
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	7	This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 100% better

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

0.8 miles from city center 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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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.

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.

What county is MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley located in?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley is in Shasta County.