Morning Star Care Center
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate and supportive nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 8 Google reviews

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What this means for your family
The facility is highly regarded for its compassionate staff who are noted for going above and beyond for residents. Because many available reviews are brief or lack specific operational details, we recommend scheduling an in-person tour to observe staff-resident interactions and ask about daily routines.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
8 reviews on Google“Morning Star Care Center receives high praise from family members who highlight the dedicated and supportive nature of the nursing staff. While several reviews are brief or lack detail, recent feedback emphasizes that the staff goes above and beyond to assist residents and their families.”
Quality Themes
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- Compassionate and supportive nursing staff
- Consistent facility improvements
- High level of family satisfaction
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 8 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given that Morning Star Care Center has maintained a consistent 4-star rating across staffing and health inspections, how do you foster that level of stability and care among your nursing team?
- 2I noticed the facility has been undergoing some recent improvements; could you share what specific upgrades have been made to the living spaces to enhance the residents' daily experience?
- 3With a capacity of 45 residents, how does this smaller size help you provide a more personalized approach to daily activities and social engagement?
- 4Since family satisfaction is a noted strength here, what are the best ways for us to stay involved and connected with our loved one's care plan?
- 5Regarding the single state violation reported in the last year, could you explain the steps the facility took to address that issue and prevent it from happening again?
- 6In the event of a medical emergency, what is the specific protocol for notifying family members and coordinating with local hospitals?
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Key Review Excerpts
“These folks are the best. The staff are amazing and have really stepped up to help my mother. I cant find words to express how thankful my brother, sister and I are.”
“Great care of residents with improvements of facility daily.”
“Love the staff and the environment!”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 16 measures
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents who got a urinary tract infection
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Morning Star Care Center has persistent fire safety system problems, with deficiencies in fire alarm maintenance and sprinkler systems appearing across multiple surveys from 2023-2025. The facility also shows recurring issues with medication management and resident care planning. Families have filed complaints leading to deficiencies regarding improper discharge procedures and inadequate social services. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the repeated fire safety violations suggest ongoing challenges with maintaining these critical systems.
Apr 10, 2025Routine6
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Nov 5, 2024Complaint2
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Jan 25, 2024Routine10
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Jan 12, 2023Routine10
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Nov 5, 2024
$5,168
Ownership & Operations
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