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MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena

MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena is an assisted living and memory care community in Pasadena, CA.

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  • Interior

    A modern salon interior with stylish chairs and elegant lighting.
  • Decor

    A well-designed modern bedroom with a comfortable bed, stylish furniture, and warm lighting.
  • Living Room

    A cozy apartment living area with a small kitchenette and modern furnishings.
  • Building

    A picturesque hotel with a spacious outdoor patio featuring seating and lush greenery.
  • Windows

    A modern kitchen interior with large windows and a central countertop.
  • Dining

    A well-appointed dining area with round tables and chairs, adjacent to a kitchen space.
  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen and dining area with elegant decor and stylish lighting.
  • Artwork

    A well-appointed dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, complemented by artwork on the wall.
  • Seating Area

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating and a television.
  • Fireplace

    A modern living room with elegant decor, featuring a central sofa, a fireplace, and a chandelier.
  • Floor Plan

    A floor plan illustration of a one-bedroom apartment featuring a living room, kitchen, and bathroom.
  • Bathroom

    A clean and modern bathroom with a lighted vanity, mirror, and neatly arranged towels.
  • Chandelier

    A well-appointed restaurant dining area with stylish furniture and elegant chandeliers.
  • Exercise Equipment

    A modern rehabilitation clinic setup with chairs and exercise equipment.

951 S Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105

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MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena Costs & Pricing

MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena presents a robust range of accommodation options with pricing that reflects the premium services and amenities offered. For a studio, residents can expect to invest $5,000 per month, which is notably higher than the average costs in both Los Angeles County at $4,172 and throughout California at $4,145. The one-bedroom units are priced at $7,487, significantly exceeding the county average of $4,603 and California's state average of $4,340. For those seeking more spacious accommodations, the two-bedroom option is available at $11,645 per month - well above Los Angeles County's average of $6,164 and California's state benchmark of $5,270. These figures indicate that MorningStar Senior Living prioritizes quality and comprehensive care within a welcoming environment tailored for seniors looking for an enriching lifestyle.

Floor plansMorningStar Senior Living of PasadenaLos Angeles CountyCalifornia
Studio$5,000$4,172$4,145
1 Bedroom$7,487$4,603$4,340
2 Bedrooms$11,645$6,164$5,270

Overall Review of MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Dementia care feels tailored

Residents describe memory care that is structured for dementia.

Multiple residents and families specifically mention dementia care that feels patient and designed around memory needs. Reviews describe activities and therapies as part of the routine, along with staff who help residents feel safe, respected, and engaged. In at least one account, visitors say the memory care unit is clean and calm, with organized daily programming and encouragement to participate. The community also lists specialized memory care programming and dementia waiver support as part of its care services.

common 10 reviews mention this

Dining is a frequent highlight

Dining draws repeated praise for quality and presentation.

Food comes up often in the reviews, with residents and visitors describing meals as well presented, portion-appropriate, and comparable to a restaurant. Several reviews mention staff-led dining experiences in the dining room, and at least one notes residents can choose between entrees. The community also offers restaurant-style dining along with room service and meals provided, aligning with how families describe mealtimes. It also provides multiple diet supports (including gluten-free and low/no-sodium options) that match what residents mention when discussing healthy eating.

  • A well-appointed dining area with round tables and chairs, adjacent to a kitchen space.
  • A modern kitchen and dining area with elegant decor and stylish lighting.
  • A well-appointed dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, complemented by artwork on the wall.
common 20 reviews mention this

Staff support feels responsive

Care teams are consistently described as kind and responsive.

Across reviews, families repeatedly describe staff as friendly, attentive, and genuinely caring. Residents and visitors mention staff helping with day-to-day transitions, communicating with families about questions or concerns, and treating residents with patience. Several accounts also call out organization and responsiveness during moving-in and ongoing support. The community’s offerings include assistance with daily activities and medication management, which fits the way residents describe staff taking care of practical needs and coordination.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Pricing is a recurring concern

Several reviews flag the community as expensive.

Even with strong praise, multiple reviewers raise cost as a downside. One notes the community is very expensive while another calls it “pretty pricey,” and a separate review says the place is expensive relative to what you get. The community’s pricing also sits in a higher band against county and state benchmarks across unit types, which helps explain why cost is a recurring theme in reviews. At the same time, at least one resident says the price feels fair compared with other options they considered, so value appears to vary by household.

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Features

Housing

  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (13 miles away) Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (13 miles away)
  • Los Angeles International (20 miles away) Los Angeles International (20 miles away)
  • Long Beach (Daugherty) (22 miles away) Long Beach (Daugherty) (22 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Pasadena, California, this area offers a convenient and accessible location for seniors looking to settle down. With multiple pharmacies such as CVS, Rite Aid, and Walgreens within a short distance, residents can easily access their medication needs. The proximity to Huntington Memorial Hospital and numerous other medical facilities ensures quality healthcare services are readily available. In addition, there are several parks nearby for outdoor recreational activities, as well as a variety of restaurants and cafes for dining options. Places of worship like San Marino Community Church Nursery School cater to spiritual needs while theaters like AMC The Americana at Brand 18 provide entertainment options. With reliable transportation options such as Union Station nearby, this part of Pasadena provides a comfortable and convenient living environment for seniors.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Huntington Memorial Hospital Nicu (0.4 miles)
  • Medical 2 unit (4.8 miles)
  • Glendale Adventist Medical Center (4.8 miles)
  • Usc-Norris Cancer Hospital (5.6 miles)
  • LAC+USC Inpatient Tower (5.9 miles)
  • Methodist Hospital of Southern California (6.2 miles)
  • Prado Center (6.3 miles)

Parks

  • Garfield Park (1 miles)
  • Arroyo Seco Park (1.3 miles)
  • Brookside Park (1.7 miles)
  • Lacy Park (1.8 miles)
  • Alhambra Park (2.3 miles)
  • Almansor Park (3.5 miles)
  • Cleland Ave Bicentennial Park (3.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • Urth Caffé-Pasadena (1.3 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (1.9 miles)
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (2 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.2 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Charlie's Coffee House (1.7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (2.9 miles)
  • Bopomofo Cafe (2.9 miles)
  • Lavender & Honey Espresso Bar (3.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.4 miles)
  • Proof Bakery (6.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • San Marino Community Church Nursery School (2.2 miles)
  • Saint Rita's Catholic Church (6.2 miles)
  • Arcadia Chinese Baptist Church (6.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Doheny Eye Center (5.7 miles)
  • Santa Anita Medical Plaza (6.2 miles)

Theaters

  • 0206 Amc Bar Santa Ani (5.8 miles)
  • AMC The Americana at Brand 18 (6.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Union Station (7.1 miles)

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    Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) are fundamental tasks vital for an individual's independence, particularly in older adults over 85, and include functions like bathing and dressing; assessing ADLs alongside Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) helps determine the level of required assistance due to age-related health challenges. Tailored support plans, involving family and community resources, are essential for maintaining dignity and autonomy in assisted living environments.

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