Sunrise of Cupertino

Overview of Sunrise of Cupertino

Administered by Tina Bagheri Tayebeh, Sunrise of Cupertino is an assisted living and memory care community in Sunnyvale, California, about a mile and a quarter from the city center. The community is operated by Sunrise of Cupertino Opco and Sunrise Senior Living.

The 134-bed community offers a mix of one- and two-bedroom apartments. It has been operating for 2 years. It currently has an occupancy rate of 70%, with 94 of its 134 beds occupied. Residents must be 55 or older to move in.

Day-to-day life includes weekly housekeeping and laundry service. There are also outings, activities, and specialized memory care programming for residents who need it. Meals are provided daily. Families with pets will find the community pet-friendly. Transportation services are available for residents with appointments and outings around town. On-site fitness and recreation options round out daily life for residents who want to stay active.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 70. The rating classifies it as very walkable, meaning many everyday errands can be handled on foot.

Facility Direct Line (408) 471-2155

134-bed community

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

2 years in operation

A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

Walk Score: 70 / 100

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

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

70%

Similar to the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

94 / 134

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceSeptember 28, 2023

CountySanta Clara

Sunrise of Cupertino is legally operated by Sunrise Of Cupertino Opco & Sunrise Senior Living, and administered by Tina Bagheri Tayebeh.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 6 citations 13 total visits 3 complaint visits 2 official inspections 2 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

2 points below 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 2023 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.	6	10	This facility has 40% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 40% 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.	5	3	This facility has 67% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 67% worse Rank #895 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 895th 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.	1	4	This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.5	3.3	This facility has 85% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.5 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 85% 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.	13	16	This facility has 19% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (13 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 19% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	3	13	This facility has 77% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 77% better Rank #442 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 442nd 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.	8	7	This facility has 14% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 14% worse
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	2	4	This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	2	10	This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% 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 February 23, 2026, found no deficiencies and substantiated no complaints regarding facility conditions or care.
The September 20, 2024 inspection cited five deficiencies for unsafe medication and toxic substance storage accessible to residents with dementia, posing immediate health and safety risks.
A substantiated sexual abuse incident by staff in November 2024 led to immediate exclusion, termination, and arrest, with a cited deficiency for failure to prevent abuse.

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What does this home offer?

Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Apartments

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Care Cost

Type of Rooms Available

1 / 4

1 Bed

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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

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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)

Who is the owner of Sunrise of Cupertino?

Sunrise of Cupertino is legally operated by Sunrise Of Cupertino Opco & Sunrise Senior Living, and administered by Tina Bagheri Tayebeh.

Is Sunrise of Cupertino in a walkable area?

Sunrise of Cupertino has a walk score of 70. 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 Cupertino?

Sunrise of Cupertino's occupancy is 70%.

How long has Sunrise of Cupertino been in business?

Sunrise of Cupertino has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Sunrise of Cupertino?

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

Who is the administrator of Sunrise of Cupertino?

Tina Bagheri Tayebeh is the administrator of Sunrise of Cupertino.

How many beds does Sunrise of Cupertino have?

Sunrise of Cupertino has 134 beds.

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