Sunrise of Gilbert — Attraction in Gilbert

In the middle of September, 2021, my 87 year old, Independent-Living mother began a fairly rapid decline of her physical abilities (was already using a walker) and a less rapid decline of her mental faculties. Both of these were noticed and pointed out by staff with a clear concern for her overall well being. At the end of October, 2021, I moved her into a small, 5-bedroom assisted care home, run by the same people who had cared for her 90 year old mother (my grandmother) 25 years ago. Although the home was still well run, clean and welcoming, within a week she missed the hustle and bustle and interactivity of Sunrise. She missed Mary, Candy, Annette, Carol, Alberto (Staff members) and many of the residents about whom she would often speak. I am moving her back into the assisted living side of Sunrise in two weeks on November 27, and she mentions it daily. The minimal amount of turnover of staff at Sunrise is a testament to the commitment shown daily by staff and it has a resounding affect on the residents. My mom can be difficult at times, likely due to periods of frustration from not being able to do all the things she used to do, but the staff truly understands this is a common result of growing old. I cannot express how thankful I was when she was at Sunrise and how thankful I am to know she is returning soon, as her mind and spirit will receive the stimulation and interaction she so greatly needs. Her one month stay at the home of long-time friends/assisted living caregivers was healthy, clean and safe, but she is returning to a much more active environment and she couldn't be...

Having spent 7 weeks in close connection with the staff at Reminiscence memory unit at Sunrise Senior Living, I say with full confidence that it is a facility par excellence, thanks to the dedicated management of Denise Greiner, who has created a work culture of sincere kindness, thoughtful care, and responsible professionalism. She involves herself in every level of care, and all of her staff reflect these values in an atmosphere that fosters meaningful relationships and allows residents a wider range of individual expression than I have observed elsewhere. The number of residents provides plenty of opportunity for finding compatible social connection and the architecture of the memory wing is well laid-out for a variety of engagements, both small- and large-group, individual and collective, familial and resident-focused. The overall feel at Reminiscence is very open and relaxed. Activities Director Andrea Bell ensures that there is a broad array of events that are both fun and enriching – her enthusiasm is boundless and contagious. Everything is adapted to include the level of residents’ physical and cognitive abilities so no one is left out who chooses to engage. Each week there are fresh and interesting activities as well as comfortable stand-bys. Sometimes they include visiting other parts of the Sunrise community and inviting other Sunrise residents in. I would like to iterate the consistent commitment of the Reminiscence staff from Denise’s leadership to take a genuine interest in the well-being of the residents there. Yours truly, Joanne Gartner, Companion Caregiver, PhD in...

This review speaks to my experience of helping my father's journey to decide to move and secure a 1 bedroom independent living apartment. Our process of searching began several months ago but accelerated recently when my dad had a medical issue that reminded us we needed him closer to us. We came to Sunrise from the recommendation of a current resident (who has lived there for several years). If it is good enough for him, we figured it was ok for my dad. The Sunrise team were responsive every time we called. They provided tours and even a sample meal. They are being very flexible about the move in arrangement and providing lots of info, including a great moving company. The Cami was especially helpful. I've been over 3-4 times and It does not feel like a nursing home. Instead, the environment of the common areas are more like a country B&B inn. There is a front desk concierge, multiple comfy common living spaces. The hallways from apartments to common areas are inside (no walking in the heat). The halls are wide and have chair rails large enough to hold on to if someone is unsteady, with sitting areas throughout the halls if someone gets tired. Inside the apartment it feels like any other apartment except that they have panic-cords and handles in the bathroom, plus interior doorways are extra wide if a wheel chair is ever needed. The actual move is few weeks away so I'll be back to let you know...