MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena
MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena is a Memory Care Home in California
MorningStar Senior Living of… is a Memory Care Home in California
MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena
MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena is a Memory Care Home in California
MorningStar Senior Living of… is a Memory Care Home in California
MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena, situated in Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, California, is a dynamic community offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care services. Rooted in faith-based principles, MorningStar provides residents with a space to thrive and savor their golden years.
The MorningStar team draws inspiration from their connections with seniors, recognizing the immense value seniors bring through their life experiences and wisdom. Their unwavering commitment to fostering an environment of warmth, compassion, and love distinguishes them. Whether it’s the dedicated staff, resort-style amenities, or the strong sense of community, MorningStar of Pasadena is dedicated to positively impacting the lives of its residents.
About this community
California average: 71%
LICENSEDAdditional licensing details
Ownership & operating entity
MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena is legally operated by OLYMPIC SENIOR CARE LLC:MORNINGSTAR MGT SNR LLC.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 389 / 478 / 445 - 840 / 891 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Minimum Age
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena
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.
36 visits/inspections
22 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
15 other visits
California average: 14 visits/inspections
California average: 12 complaint visits
California average: 3 inspections
11 citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 9 citations
Inspection Report Summary for MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena
The California Department of Social Services Community Care Licensing Division conducted four unannounced investigations at Morningstar of Pasadena (Facility Number 198603416). In the first visit on December 10 2021, the evaluator determined the facility had repeatedly failed to submit the required weekly laboratory reports for unvaccinated staff and residents to the Pasadena Public Health Department between September and November 2021. The Executive Director acknowledged the oversight and instituted a dedicated team to ensure future compliance. Because the evidence met the preponderance of evidence standard, the allegation was **substantiated**, and a deficiency was cited under Section 87211(a)(2) of the California Code of Regulations, with a plan of correction due December 17 2021.
The second visit on April 21 2022 addressed an allegation that staff were not properly trained. Evaluator Cynthia D. Chan reviewed staff and resident rosters, training logs, and interviewed staff and residents. Documentation demonstrated that all care staff had completed the required training hours, and residents reported confidence in staff competency. Accordingly, the allegation was **unsubstantiated** and no corrective action was required.
The third investigation on January 11 2023 examined multiple complaints—falls, food poisoning, delayed assistance, and meal timing—arising from alleged supervisory and food‑service deficiencies. The evaluator gathered menus, staffing schedules, food‑handling training records, and interviewed eight staff members and eleven residents. Observations revealed that staff maintained appropriate ratios, performed rounds every two hours, and that kitchen staff complied with mask, glove, and hygiene protocols. Residents reported adequate supervision and timely meals. No evidence supported the allegations, leading to an **unsubstantiated** determination.
Across all four visits, the primary pattern is a single substantiated compliance issue regarding COVID‑19 documentation, while subsequent allegations of training deficiencies, falls, and food safety were found unsubstantiated. The findings underscore Morningstar of Pasadena’s recurring challenges with documentation and the need for ongoing oversight to prevent recurrence, yet also indicate that staff training and resident supervision generally meet regulatory expectations.
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Hospice Care
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Respite Care
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
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951 S Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105
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Guides for Better Senior Living
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for California Seniors
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
- General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
- 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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
- General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
Requirements:
General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, 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 Specifics:Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics:High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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