Sunrise of Sandy
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Sandy, UT
Sunrise of Sandy
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Sandy, UT
Operating for two decades in a two-story residential setting, Sunrise of Sandy is a 116-bed assisted living and memory care community in Sandy, Utah. It sits in a somewhat walkable area with a Walk Score of 45. While occupants typically need transportation for most errands and appointments, some nearby services are accessible on foot.
The facility offers flexible housing options with studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, letting residents select the living arrangement that best suits their preferences and independence level. Sunrise of Sandy offers two distinct service tracks: an assisted living level with daily activities and medication management support, plus a specialized memory care unit featuring cognitive therapies and life enrichment activities tailored for occupants with memory-related conditions. The home offers residents transportation assistance with roughly five trips monthly, respite care for temporary stays of up to 10 days annually, and fitness and recreation amenities. Assisted living and memory care units are structured to provide personalized support and engaging programming to improve daily life and care quality.
For families contemplating Sunrise of Sandy, scheduling a tour to meet staff, observe daily activities, and learn more about specific programs and dining options will help determine if the home’s setting and care philosophy match your family’s wants and needs.
116-bed community Rank #47 / 192Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 47th out of 192 homes in Utah for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Utah facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Utah 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.
20 years in operation Rank #96 / 197Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 96th out of 197 homes in Utah for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Utah facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Utah 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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 45 / 100 Rank #159 / 280Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 159th out of 280 homes in Utah for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Utah facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Utah 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.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility - Type Ii
StatusActive
IssuanceNovember 20, 2006
ExpirationNovember 30, 2027
CountySalt Lake
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Ryan Duve, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Inspection History
In Utah, the Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facility Licensing conducts regular onsite inspections to ensure compliance with state and federal healthcare standards.
Since 2024 · 2 years of data
12 deficiencies
2 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Utah state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2024 vs. Utah state average
Overall vs. UT average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Utah average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (28% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Utah average:
• Total deficiencies (14% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (28% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Utah average:
• Total deficiencies (14% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | UT Average | vs. UT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 12 | 14 | This facility has 14% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Utah assisted living residence (12 vs. UT avg 14).↓ 14% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 6 | 4.7 | This facility has 28% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Utah assisted living residence (6 vs. UT avg 4.7).↑ 28% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | UT Average | vs. UT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 2 | 3 | This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the Utah average (2 vs. UT avg 3). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- January 17, 2024 renewal inspection found 12 deficiencies including uncertified staff, missing health inventories, and lack of certified nurse aide on duty.
- Deficiencies involved medication administration, emergency preparedness, resident rights, staffing, documentation, sanitation, and food service compliance failures.
- Several deficiencies were corrected during the inspection, but multiple critical areas remained out of compliance at inspection’s end.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Rooms Available
1 Bed
1 Bed
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Sunrise of Sandy
1 Bedroom
Studio
2 bedroom
Places of interest near Sunrise of Sandy
0.3 miles from city center
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Compare Assisted Living around Sandy
Info below is compiled from the UT Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS), 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 Sandy | AL MC | Sandy | 116
Facility
116
UT AVG
84
Rank
#47 / 192 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
UT AVG
47
Rank
#159 / 280 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 20
Facility
20
UT AVG
20
Rank
#96 / 197 | A+ | 2 | 1 | 12
Facility
12
UT AVG
14
Rank
#47 / 109 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
UT AVG
4.7
Rank
#70 / 109 |
| The Charleston at Cedar Hills | AL RC | Cedar Hills (Pleasant Grove) | 78
Facility
78
UT AVG
84
Rank
#90 / 192 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
UT AVG
47
Rank
#165 / 280 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 20
Facility
20
UT AVG
20
Rank
#96 / 197 | - | 1 | 1 | 3
Facility
3
UT AVG
14
Rank
#13 / 109 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
UT AVG
4.7
Rank
#37 / 109 |
| Capitol Hill Assisted Living & Memory Care | AL MC RC | Salt Lake City (Central City) | - | Yes |
87
Facility
87
UT AVG
47
Rank
#7 / 280 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Truewood by Merrill | AL MC | Cottonwood Heights | - | Yes |
74
Facility
74
UT AVG
47
Rank
#37 / 280 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Alta Ridge Assisted Living | AL MC | Sandy (Hillborough Heights) | - | Yes |
56
Facility
56
UT AVG
47
Rank
#118 / 280 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 31
Facility
31
UT AVG
20
Rank
#50 / 197 | A+ | - | - | - | - |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunrise of Sandy
Is Sunrise of Sandy in a walkable area?
Sunrise of Sandy has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
When does Sunrise of Sandy's license expire?
According to UT state health department records, Sunrise of Sandy's license expires on November 30, 2027.
How long has Sunrise of Sandy been in business?
Sunrise of Sandy has been operating for approximately 20 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Sunrise of Sandy?
Yes, Sunrise of Sandy allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Sunrise of Sandy have?
Sunrise of Sandy has 116 beds.
Are there photos of Sunrise of Sandy?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Sunrise of Sandy in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Sunrise of Sandy?
Sunrise of Sandy is located at 2130 E 9400 S, Sandy, UT 84093.
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