Sunrise of Richmond
Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Memory Care · Richmond, VA

Sunrise of Richmond

Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Memory Care · Richmond, VA

Overview of Sunrise of Richmond

Sunrise of Richmond, located in Richmond, VA, is a top-notch senior living community offering both memory care and assisted living services. Their memory care accommodation is thoughtfully designed with centralized layouts, motion sensors, and contrasting color schemes. These features aim to promote independence, and enhance wayfinding for residents. When it comes to memory care services, Sunrise of Richmond stands out with hyper-personalized care, including medication management and 24/7 staff availability for assistance. 

The community prioritizes comprehensive well-being through thorough care coordination with other healthcare providers.  Additionally, the lifestyle at Sunrise of Richmond is enriched with engaging activities, from brain teasers like crossword puzzles, trivia, and word searches to the artistic endeavor of flower arranging. Residents also enjoy outings to local attractions and cultural events, ensuring a well-rounded and fulfilling experience.

Bed community size
110-bed community Rank #111 / 371Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 111th out of 371 homes in Virginia. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Virginia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 32 / 100 Rank #289 / 449Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 289th out of 449 homes in Virginia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Virginia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
56%
Rank #244 / 314Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 244th out of 314 homes in Virginia. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 314. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
62 / 110
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

Awards

Best Assisted Living as part of U.S. News & World Report's Best Senior Living ratings for 2025
WELL Equity Rating and WELL Health-Safety Rating.

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationJune 30, 2026 Expires in 4 days
QualificationThree Year | Special Care Unit | Residential and Assisted Living Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sunrise of Richmond is administered by Ait Karen Simon-Dunham.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Kevin Parks, Executive Director

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Short-Term Stays
Hospice Coordination

Contact Information

Business Hours24 hours per day 365 days a year , Sunday - Saturday

Amenities & Lifestyle

Access To Personalized 24-Hour Care
Activities
Fresh Cuisine
Excursions
Pet Friendly
Bistro
Common Areas
Social Events
Beauty Salon
Music
Fitness
Art Programs
Scheduled Transportation
Healthcare Coordination
Emergency Response Systems
ActivitiesA variety of activities including fitness classes, art and music, book and walking clubs, movie and game nights, social hours, live entertainment, and local outings
Operating HoursMon-Sun 00:00 - 23:59

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$4,712+ per month

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Inspection History

In Virginia, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) perform the inspections required to maintain state and federal licensing.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 10 deficiencies 6 complaints 12 inspections

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

Since 2021 vs. Virginia state average
Overall vs. VA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 8 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (69% below)
• Deficiencies per year (69% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (65% below)
• Total inspections (14% below)
• Inspections with violations (67% below)
• Inspection violation rate (61% below)
• Total complaints (14% below)
• Complaints per year (14% below)
Latest Inspection May 13, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1032 This facility has 69% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (10 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 69% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2021. 26.4 This facility has 69% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2 vs. VA avg 6.4).↓ 69% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.82.3 This facility has 65% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.8 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 65% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 1214 This facility has 14% fewer total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (12 vs. VA avg 14).↓ 14% better
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 39 This facility has 67% fewer inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 67% better
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 25%64% This facility has 39 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (25% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 39% better

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 67 This facility has 14% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (6 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 14% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 1.21.4 This facility has 14% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.2 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 14% better

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

  • May 13, 2025 monitoring inspection found no violations of standards or laws after a full tour, record review, and observation of resident care and emergency preparedness.
  • Multiple complaint investigations between January 2023 and May 2025 found no substantiated violations related to resident care, staffing, or complaint investigation standards.
  • June 15, 2022 renewal inspection identified six deficiencies including documentation failures, missing resident physical exam details, sex offender screening lapses, and incomplete emergency evacuation drawings.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Type of Rooms Available

Studio
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Address 9.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Richmond's city center to Sunrise of Richmond's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.

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214
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Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 2-4 BedMs. Susan Chrissley 60.7% A+5-00.0
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120
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VA AVG 95
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Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedLauren Friedman-A18
38.9%
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Sunrise of Richmond
AL
HC
MC
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110
Facility 110
VA AVG 95
Rank #111 / 371
Yes
32
Facility 32
VA AVG 44
Rank #289 / 449
Studio / 1 BedAit Karen Simon-Dunham
56.4%
Facility 56.4%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #231 / 297
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Facility 25%
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94
Facility 94
VA AVG 95
Rank #172 / 371
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52
Facility 52
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Studio / 1 BedMichelle Dorsey
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Facility 88.3%
VA AVG 70.8%
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VA AVG 32
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Seaton Chesterfield
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VA AVG 95
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VA AVG 44
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60%
Facility 60%
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia

Sunrise of Richmond is located in Richmond, Virginia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Virginia.

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Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC Plus)

VA Medicaid CCC Plus

Age 65+ or disabled
General Virginia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
VA

Managed care model; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Virginia Respite Care Grant Program

VA Respite Grant

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Virginia resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
VA

Limited grants; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Facility respite (up to 5 days)

Adult Services Program

Virginia Adult Services (AS)

Age 60+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, need significant care (2+ ADLs), not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) Varies by locality; typically < ~$2,510/month 200% FPL
Asset Limits Limited assets (excludes home, car); varies by DSS.
VA

Serves ~5,000 annually; focuses on low-income independence.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Chore services Assessments Respite (~5 days/year)

Auxiliary Grant Program

Virginia Auxiliary Grant (AG)

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, living in approved ALF/foster care, SSI-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,041/month (individual, SSI level + $20 disregard); higher with medical deductions.
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
VA

Serves 4,000; personal needs allowance ($90/month).

Benefits
Cash (~$1,400-$1,700/month in 2025, varies by region) for ALF/foster care costs; basic care included

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Virginia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
VA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Energy Assistance Program (EAP)

Virginia Energy Assistance Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General VA resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Fuel, Crisis, Cooling components; serves ~100,000 households.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max) Equipment repair (~$250)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Virginia VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General VA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
VA

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled

Virginia Property Tax Relief

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, homeowner, income/asset limits vary by locality.
Income Limits (2025) ~$50,000-$75,000/year household, e.g., Fairfax: $72,000; Richmond: $50,000
Asset Limits Varies e.g., Fairfax: $400,000 net worth; Richmond: $100,000
VA

Offered in 90% of localities; saves ~$500-$2,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption/deferral (~$500-$2,000/year depending on locality)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Virginia SFMNP

Age 60+
General VA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Vouchers (~$50-$75/season); serves ~15,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50-$75/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunrise of Richmond

What neighborhood is Sunrise of Richmond in?

Sunrise of Richmond is in the Raintree neighborhood of Richmond.

Is Sunrise of Richmond in a walkable area?

Sunrise of Richmond has a walk score of 32. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

When does Sunrise of Richmond's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, Sunrise of Richmond's license expires on June 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Sunrise of Richmond?

Sunrise of Richmond's occupancy is 56%.

Who is the administrator of Sunrise of Richmond?

AIT Karen Simon-Dunham is the administrator of Sunrise of Richmond.

How many beds does Sunrise of Richmond have?

Sunrise of Richmond has 110 beds.

Has Sunrise of Richmond had any recent deficiencies?

Sunrise of Richmond has had 12 recently reported deficiencies.

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