Sunrise of Sunnyvale

Overview of Sunrise of Sunnyvale

With accommodations for 103 residents, Sunrise of Sunnyvale is an assisted living community in Sunnyvale, California, that offers personal care. It has served older adults for 25 years and is operated by Sunrise Senior Living Management and Al III Invest LLC under the administration of Alberto Golia. Currently housing 81 residents, reflecting a 79% occupancy rate, the community has studio, suite, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom accommodations.

Additionally, its location along South Knickerbocker Drive is highly walkable, with a Walk Score of 80, allowing older adults and visiting families to reach many nearby shops, restaurants, and services on foot. The community is also pet-friendly, welcoming small animal companions.

State inspections have consistently reviewed medication management and resident safety practices, demonstrating ongoing regulatory oversight and reinforcing confidence in the community’s quality of care. Its 25-year operating history reflects long-term stability. Meanwhile, the range of housing options allows residents to choose a living arrangement that best suits their mobility, personal preferences, and space requirements.

Facility Direct Line (408) 749-8600

103-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

26 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 80 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

79%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

81 / 103

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceJuly 10, 2000

CountySanta Clara

Sunrise of Sunnyvale is legally operated by Sunrise Senior Lvg Mgt and Al Iii Invest LLC, and administered by Alberto Golia.

Since 2018 · 8 years of data 1 citation 9 total visits 4 complaint visits 4 official inspections 4 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

10 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2018 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	1	10	This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	1	3	This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better Rank #413 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 413th out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	0	4	This facility has 100% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.1	3.3	This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	9	16	This facility has 44% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 44% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	4	13	This facility has 69% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 69% better Rank #526 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 526th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	1	7	This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	4	4	This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	4	10	This facility has 60% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on July 28, 2025, found one medication administration error involving two extra days of medication given, with no other deficiencies cited.
Multiple complaint investigations from 2021 to 2026 found all allegations unsubstantiated, including abuse, neglect, and visitation restrictions.
A January 26, 2021 complaint investigation cited one deficiency for failing to assist a resident who left unassisted and was injured.

Show Inspection Reports

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise Building

Transportation Services

Housekeeping Services

Type of Rooms Available

1 / 4

1 Bed

Sunrise of Sunnyvale Virtual Tour

Get to know the community with a high-definition video tour

Download Video

Watch this video about life at Sunrise of Sunnyvale

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Sunrise of Sunnyvale

1.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Sunnyvale's city center to Sunrise of Sunnyvale's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.18 miles to nearest hospital (El Camino Health - Mountain View Hospital)

Quick search

Calculate Travel Distance to Sunrise of Sunnyvale

Add your location

Compare Assisted Living around Sunnyvale

Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.


Sunrise of Cupertino	AL MC	Sunnyvale	134 Facility 134 CA AVG 104 Rank #470 / 1644	Yes	70 Facility 70 CA AVG 57 Rank #739 / 2087	79 Facility 79 CA AVG 81 Rank #881 / 1400	2	3 Facility 3 CA AVG 13 Rank #442 / 1386	5 Facility 5 CA AVG 3 Rank #895 / 1159	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 13 Rank #1306 / 1497	70.1%	Sunrise Of Cupertino Opco & Sunrise Senior Living	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Sunnyvale	AL IL MC	Sunnyvale (South Knickerbocker Drive)	103 Facility 103 CA AVG 104 Rank #688 / 1644	Yes	80 Facility 80 CA AVG 57 Rank #416 / 2087	91 Facility 91 CA AVG 81 Rank #355 / 1400	4	4 Facility 4 CA AVG 13 Rank #526 / 1386	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 3 Rank #413 / 1159	26 Facility 26 CA AVG 13 Rank #217 / 1497	78.6%	Sunrise Senior Lvg Mgt And Al III Invest LLC	Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

View all Nearby Homes

Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+

General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits

Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+

General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits

Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits

Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

What neighborhood is Sunrise of Sunnyvale in?

Sunrise of Sunnyvale is in the South Knickerbocker Drive neighborhood of Sunnyvale.

Who is the owner of Sunrise of Sunnyvale?

Sunrise of Sunnyvale is legally operated by Sunrise Senior Lvg Mgt and Al Iii Invest LLC, and administered by Alberto Golia.

Is Sunrise of Sunnyvale in a walkable area?

Sunrise of Sunnyvale has a walk score of 80. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Sunrise of Sunnyvale?

Sunrise of Sunnyvale's occupancy is 79%.

How long has Sunrise of Sunnyvale been in business?

Sunrise of Sunnyvale has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Sunrise of Sunnyvale?

Yes, Sunrise of Sunnyvale allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Sunrise of Sunnyvale?

Alberto Golia is the administrator of Sunrise of Sunnyvale.

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Assisted Living Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance