Sunrise of Dresher
Sunrise of Dresher is a senior living community tucked among country clubs and golf courses, just minutes from the shaded walking paths of Mondauk Commons. The community offers comfort and convenience, with easy access to local resources like Willow Grove Mall and Abington Hospital, as well as the Pennsylvania Turnpike at Ft. Washington for visiting family and friends.
At Sunrise of Dresher, the health, dignity, and well-being of the residents always come first. The community offers a full spectrum of personal care services, Alzheimer’s care, and an innovative program for seniors with low vision. Sunrise of Dresher takes a resident-centered approach to senior living, putting the senior first and offering options to meet their individual needs and preferences. The community’s homelike exterior architecture, comfortable common areas, choice of suites, exceptional outdoor gardens, and friendly staff create a warm and inviting atmosphere for residents. Sunrise Senior Living takes a holistic approach to senior care, focusing on the unique needs and preferences of each individual. The company remains firmly focused on promoting the safety of its residents, taking rigorous measures to maintain their health during the current times. Sunrise communities have earned more than 280 National Quality Awards, more than any other assisted living provider, recognizing their commitment to quality care.
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Occupancy
Sunrise of Dresher is legally operated by Hcri Sun Iii Tenant LP.
Inspection History
In Pennsylvania, the Department of Human Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) conduct unannounced inspections to verify adherence to state regulations.
Waivers
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PA Average
vs. PA Avg-
1vs 0.9 avg↑ 11% higher than PA avg
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Pennsylvania state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
• Inspections with citations (25% above)
• Inspection citation rate (15% above) 4 Better Metrics better than Pennsylvania average:
• Total citations (10% below)
• Citations per inspection (13% below)
• Total complaints (25% below)
• Complaints per year (25% below)
Citations
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
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Total citations
| 57 | 63 | This facility has 10% fewer total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (57 vs. PA avg 63).↓ 10% better Rank #308 / 478 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 308th out of 478 homes we track in Pennsylvania for total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Pennsylvania that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
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Citations per inspection
| 4.4 | 5.05 | This facility has 13% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (4.4 vs. PA avg 5.05).↓ 13% better Rank #268 / 478 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 268th out of 478 homes we track in Pennsylvania for citations per inspection. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Pennsylvania that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
Inspections
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 13 | 11 | This facility has had 18% more total inspections than the Pennsylvania average (13 vs. PA avg 11). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 18% more |
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Inspections with citations
| 10 | 8 | This facility has 25% more inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (10 vs. PA avg 8).↑ 25% worse |
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Inspection citation rate
| 77% | 67% | This facility has 10 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (77% vs. PA avg 67%).↑ 10% worse Rank #331 / 478 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 331st out of 478 homes we track in Pennsylvania for % of inspections with citations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Pennsylvania that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
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Total complaints
| 3 | 4 | This facility has 25% fewer total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (3 vs. PA avg 4).↓ 25% better Rank #242 / 478 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 242nd out of 478 homes we track in Pennsylvania for complaint inspections. Shows this facility's complaint inspections compared to the Pennsylvania average among 478 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Pennsylvania that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
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Complaints per year
| 0.6 | 0.8 | This facility has 25% fewer complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (0.6 vs. PA avg 0.8).↓ 25% better |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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0.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Dresher's city center to Sunrise of Dresher's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.98 miles to nearest hospital (Chestnut Hill Hospital)
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Info below is compiled from the PA Depts. of Human Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
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Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
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Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
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Total daily staff count from Pennsylvania inspection/licensing data (headcount snapshot), when reported.
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The total number of staff employed per resident. A number greater than or = to 1 is a positive care signal.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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| Brandywine Dresher Estates | AL MC RC | Dresher | 112
Facility
112
PA AVG
94
Rank
#161 / 552 | Yes |
33
Facility
33
PA AVG
47
Rank
#436 / 657 | Ab Dresher Operator LLC | 9 | 4
Facility
4
PA AVG
4
Rank
#298 / 478 | 56%
Facility
56%
PA AVG
67.4%
Rank
#115 / 478 | 73
Facility
73
PA AVG
63
Rank
#359 / 478 | 8.1
Facility
8.1
PA AVG
5.1
Rank
#404 / 478 | For-Profit | 86
Facility
86
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#129 / 357 | 1.43 |
53.6%
Facility
53.6%
PA AVG
69.7%
Rank
#400 / 494 | - | - |
| Sunrise of Dresher | AL MC RC | Dresher | 105
Facility
105
PA AVG
94
Rank
#185 / 552 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
PA AVG
47
Rank
#341 / 657 | Hcri Sun III Tenant LP | 13 | 3
Facility
3
PA AVG
4
Rank
#242 / 478 | 77%
Facility
77%
PA AVG
67.4%
Rank
#331 / 478 | 57
Facility
57
PA AVG
63
Rank
#308 / 478 | 4.4
Facility
4.4
PA AVG
5.1
Rank
#268 / 478 | For-Profit | 96
Facility
96
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#112 / 357 | 1.57 |
62.9%
Facility
62.9%
PA AVG
69.7%
Rank
#320 / 494 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A- |
| Viva Memory Care at Dresher | AL IL MC RC | Dresher | 66
Facility
66
PA AVG
94
Rank
#368 / 552 | No |
52
Facility
52
PA AVG
47
Rank
#260 / 657 | Dr. Esher Mc Opco, LLC | 15 | 7
Facility
7
PA AVG
4
Rank
#403 / 478 | 87%
Facility
87%
PA AVG
67.4%
Rank
#423 / 478 | 133
Facility
133
PA AVG
63
Rank
#424 / 478 | 8.9
Facility
8.9
PA AVG
5.1
Rank
#420 / 478 | For-Profit | 66
Facility
66
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#196 / 357 | 2.00 |
53.0%
Facility
53.0%
PA AVG
69.7%
Rank
#404 / 494 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Pennsylvania
Sunrise of Dresher is located in Dresher, Pennsylvania.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunrise of Dresher
Who is the owner of Sunrise of Dresher?
Sunrise of Dresher is legally operated by Hcri Sun Iii Tenant LP.
Is Sunrise of Dresher in a walkable area?
Sunrise of Dresher has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Sunrise of Dresher?
According to PA state health department records, Sunrise of Dresher's license number is 128410.
When does Sunrise of Dresher's license expire?
According to PA state health department records, Sunrise of Dresher's license expires on March 6, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Sunrise of Dresher?
Sunrise of Dresher's occupancy is 63%.
How long has Sunrise of Dresher been in business?
Sunrise of Dresher has been operating for approximately 45 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Sunrise of Dresher?
Yes, Sunrise of Dresher allows residents to bring their pets.
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