Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Sunrise of Sandy
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.
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About this community
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.
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.
• Deficiencies High (at UT avg) 6 Better Metrics better than Utah average:
• Deficiencies (67% below)
• Deficiencies Moderate (100% below)
• Deficiencies Low (100% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (96% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (50% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (60% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | UT Average | vs. UT Avg |
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Deficiencies
| 1 | 3 | This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies than a typical Utah assisted living residence (1 vs. UT avg 3).↓ 67% better |
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Deficiencies High
| 1 | 1 | This facility has deficiencies high in line with the Utah average (1 vs. UT avg 1).— At avg |
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Deficiencies Moderate
| 0 | 1 | This facility has 100% fewer deficiencies moderate than a typical Utah assisted living residence (0 vs. UT avg 1).↓ 100% better |
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Deficiencies Low
| 0 | 1 | This facility has 100% fewer deficiencies low than a typical Utah assisted living residence (0 vs. UT avg 1).↓ 100% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.2 | 5.16 | This facility has 96% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Utah assisted living residence (0.2 vs. UT avg 5.16).↓ 96% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | UT Average | vs. UT Avg |
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Total inspections
| 5 | 4 | This facility has had 25% more total inspections than the Utah average (5 vs. UT avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 25% more |
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Inspections with deficiencies
| 1 | 2 | This facility has 50% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Utah assisted living residence (1 vs. UT avg 2).↓ 50% better |
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Inspection deficiency rate
| 20% | 50% | This facility has 30 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Utah assisted living residence (20% vs. UT avg 50%).↓ 30% better |
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
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Sunrise of Sandy
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0.3 miles from city center
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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.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
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.
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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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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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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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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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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Sunrise of Sandy | AL MC | Sandy | 116
Facility
116
UT AVG
81
Rank
#45 / 189 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
UT AVG
49
Rank
#156 / 266 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 20
Facility
20
UT AVG
20
Rank
#94 / 194 | A+ | 5 | 1 | 1
Facility
1
UT AVG
14
Rank
#6 / 121 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
UT AVG
4.7
Rank
#9 / 121 |
| Legacy House of Taylorsville | AL MC NH RC | Taylorsville | 105
Facility
105
UT AVG
81
Rank
#54 / 189 | No |
56
Facility
56
UT AVG
49
Rank
#115 / 266 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 21
Facility
21
UT AVG
20
Rank
#89 / 194 | - | 4 | 1 | 1
Facility
1
UT AVG
14
Rank
#6 / 121 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
UT AVG
4.7
Rank
#17 / 121 |
| Twin Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care | AL MC | South Salt Lake | 78
Facility
78
UT AVG
81
Rank
#88 / 189 | Yes |
77
Facility
77
UT AVG
49
Rank
#23 / 266 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5
Facility
5
UT AVG
20
Rank
#168 / 194 | A+ | 12 | 6 | 12
Facility
12
UT AVG
14
Rank
#88 / 121 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
UT AVG
4.7
Rank
#59 / 121 |
| The Charleston at Cedar Hills | AL RC | Cedar Hills (Pleasant Grove) | 78
Facility
78
UT AVG
81
Rank
#88 / 189 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
UT AVG
49
Rank
#162 / 266 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 20
Facility
20
UT AVG
20
Rank
#94 / 194 | - | 1 | 1 | 3
Facility
3
UT AVG
14
Rank
#51 / 121 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
UT AVG
4.7
Rank
#78 / 121 |
| Escalante at Willow Creek | AL MC | Sandy | 61
Facility
61
UT AVG
81
Rank
#115 / 189 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
UT AVG
49
Rank
#174 / 266 | Private Rooms | 25
Facility
25
UT AVG
20
Rank
#71 / 194 | - | 7 | 4 | 10
Facility
10
UT AVG
14
Rank
#79 / 121 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
UT AVG
4.7
Rank
#70 / 121 |
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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.
Has Sunrise of Sandy had any deficiencies?
Sunrise of Sandy has had 1 reported deficiency since 2024 according to records from Utah Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
Are there photos of Sunrise of Sandy?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Sunrise of Sandy in the photo gallery on this page.
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