Morningstar of Pasadena
The state lists 5 state inspections, 23 complaint visits, 12 citations, 7 substantiated allegations; last visit 2026-08-24. Listing last updated 2026-11-06.
Public record summary
About this facility — Morningstar of Pasadena
Morningstar of Pasadena is a licensed assisted living community in Pasadena, California. It is licensed for 310 beds — well above the median for assisted living communities in California (6 beds).
It is one of 88 senior care facilities in Pasadena and 8,982 assisted living communities across California. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.
This listing draws on state and federal public records, and was last updated on November 6, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.
Facility background
State inspection record
The state lists 5 state inspections, 23 complaint visits, 12 citations, 7 substantiated allegations. 7 are Type A. License status: Licensed.
License notes from the state: AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR 310 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 25 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE CARE WAIVER FOR 30 RESIDENTS. MEMORY CARE UNIT IS LOCATED ON THE 2ND FLOOR.
Complaints (20)
| State visit | Allegation outcomes | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 10/07/2025 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 04/15/2025 | 2 unsubstantiated | None |
| 03/28/2025 | 2 unsubstantiated | None |
| 01/30/2025 | 2 unsubstantiated | None |
| 02/26/2024 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 01/30/2024 | 2 unsubstantiated | None |
| 11/13/2023 | 2 substantiated | 1 Type A |
| 10/19/2023 | 2 unsubstantiated | None |
| 09/25/2023 | 2 unsubstantiated | None |
| 09/02/2023 | 3 unsubstantiated | None |
| 08/31/2023 | 2 substantiated | 1 Type A, 1 Type B |
| 06/23/2023 | 1 substantiated | 1 Type A |
| 06/16/2023 | 8 unsubstantiated | None |
| 06/12/2023 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 05/18/2023 | 1 substantiated, 3 unsubstantiated | 1 Type A |
| 03/02/2023 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 01/11/2023 | 4 unsubstantiated | None |
| 04/21/2022 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 12/10/2021 | 1 substantiated | 1 Type B |
Inspections (5)
| Date |
|---|
| 08/07/2026 |
| 09/19/2025 |
| 08/15/2024 |
| 08/31/2023 |
| 09/19/2022 |
Source: California Community Care Licensing, facility 198603416, read 2026-11-06. Type A citations involve immediate risk to residents; Type B citations could become one. Substantiated means the state found the allegation valid. See the state's record.
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Who to contact in California
- Licensing: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, Adult and Senior Care Program · Look up a license
- File a complaint: 844-538-8766 · Online
- Long-Term Care Ombudsman: 800-231-4024. A free advocate for residents and families.
- Adult Protective Services: 833-401-0832. Some states send facility cases to licensing instead. In an emergency, call 911.
- Eldercare Locator: 800-677-1116, a federal service for local aging help.
Nearest emergency hospitals
- Huntington Hospital, about 0.5 miles.
- San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, about 3.2 miles. CMS rating 4 of 5.
- Garfield Medical Center, about 4.6 miles. CMS rating 1 of 5.
Nearby facilities with inspection records
- The Californian Pasadena Healthcare, Pasadena, about 0.1 miles. CMS rating 2 of 5.
- The Bellefontaine Healthcare Center, Pasadena, about 0.1 miles. CMS rating 3 of 5.
- Gem Tcu, Pasadena, about 0.3 miles. CMS rating 1 of 5.
- Pasadena Mansion, Pasadena, about 0.3 miles. 6 state visits on record.
- Prospect Manor Retirement, South Pasadena, about 1.0 miles. 22 state visits on record.