Sunrise of Carmichael is a senior care community located in Carmichael, California, specializing primarily in memory care with additional assisted living services. The community is designed to meet the unique needs of residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. Accommodations include both private and shared rooms that are maintained to provide a comfortable, home-like environment. The facility is secured and purposefully designed to accommodate memory loss with safety features and supportive layouts. Residents have access to outdoor walking paths, fitness programs, and a variety of structured daily activities intended to promote well-being and engagement.
The care team at Sunrise of Carmichael provides full assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Medical support includes ambulation assistance, incontinence care, and medication management. Registered nurses are on staff to oversee health and coordinate care, including management of conditions such as diabetes. The facility is able to serve individuals who require psychiatric support, as well as those who speak English, Spanish, Mandarin, or German. The community provides comprehensive memory care services, utilizing best-practice approaches to support cognitive health and preserve residents' dignity.
Sunrise of Carmichael offers a secured setting, which is designed to promote a safe and stable environment for residents with memory impairment. Social engagement is encouraged through a variety of clubs, communal activities, and programs such as yoga and chair yoga. Amenities include a barber/beauty salon, communal spaces for gatherings, and pet-friendly policies. Residents also benefit from fitness and wellness programs as well as outdoor spaces designed for safe recreational use.
Transportation services are available and provided complimentary for both medical and non-medical appointments or errands, supporting residents' access to healthcare providers and community destinations as needed.
According to resident and family feedback, Sunrise of Carmichael is described as attentive and individualized in its care approach, with consistent praise for the staff’s friendliness, responsiveness, and efforts to maintain residents’ comfort and dignity. Cleanliness and organization are noted as strengths of the community. Families appreciate the variety of available activities and the pet-friendly setting, although some note that activity offerings may be less suitable for more private individuals. The food quality is generally rated positively, though some feedback indicates room for improvement in dining and laundry services. Communication with families is largely open and informative, though one reviewer noted a desire for improved updates during periods of restricted visitation. While the cost is higher than some other options, families report feeling peace of mind due to the medical support and warm atmosphere, and most would recommend Sunrise of Carmichael for those seeking memory care or assisted living in a secure and supportive setting. The facility also offers short-term respite care and has maintained a stable operation without notable recent changes as of 2024.
Costs at this community start at $3,595 and range up to $6,400. The average price in the community is $4,997, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,759. The cost of memory care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.