Sundial

Overview of Sundial

Burrowed in the welcoming environment of Redding, CA, the Sundial is an enticing senior living community that offers assisted living and respite care services. Known for its “bird in flight” design which means overcoming diversity, this community provides a warming environment for its residents to boost a promising living experience. Here, residents can choose from a variety of accommodations tailored to their needs and tastes. This community also provides short-term stays with personalized care services and 24-hour assistance from a dedicated and trained team.

Fostering a caring and inclusive environment, enjoy its exceptional amenities and services like restaurant-style dining with a fresh and seasonal selection of meals, a full-packed calendar for social activities, and medication management. With Sundial, seniors can enjoy a classic living experience.

(530) 241-2900

65-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

3 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 16 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

49%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

32 / 65

Average residents per home in California 87 per day

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceNovember 21, 2022

CountyShasta

Sundial is legally operated by Sundial Operations Llc;northstar Sr Lvg, Inc., and administrated by Elizabeth Amlin.

Types of Care at Sundial

Assisted Living Respite Care

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 15 citations 18 total visits 11 complaint visits 2 official inspections 9 complaint investigations

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 2022 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection July 17, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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.	15	10	This facility has 50% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 50% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	7	3	This facility has 133% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 133% worse
Moderate citations (Type B) Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	8	4	This facility has 100% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 100% worse
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2022.	3.8	2.5	This facility has 52% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (3.8 vs. CA avg 2.5).↑ 52% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.8	3.3	This facility has 76% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.8 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 76% 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.	18	16	This facility has 13% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 13% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	11	13	This facility has 15% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 15% better
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	5	7	This facility has 29% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 29% better
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.	9	10	This facility has 10% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 10% better

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

This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with repeated substantiated complaints involving infection control, medication management, and resident safety posing immediate risks. The most recent inspection on July 17, 2025, cited five deficiencies related to failure to prevent MRSA spread, inadequate staff training, insufficient PPE, and failure to request required health condition exceptions. Earlier investigations found missed medication doses, improper incident reporting, and leaving a resident on the commode too long, while some complaints about care and food service were unsubstantiated.

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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)

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Sundial	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Redding (North Hilltop)	65	No	16	2	11	7	3	49.2%	-	Sundial Operations LLC;Northstar Sr. Lvg, Inc.	-

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What neighborhood is Sundial in?

Sundial is in the North Hilltop neighborhood of Redding.

Who is the owner of Sundial?

The legal owner and operator of Sundial is Sundial Operations Llc;Northstar Sr Lvg, Inc..

Is Sundial in a walkable area?

Sundial has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Sundial?

Sundial's occupancy is 49%.

Who is the administrator of Sundial?

Elizabeth Amlin is the administrator of Sundial.

How many beds does Sundial have?

Sundial has 65 beds.

Has Sundial had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Sundial has had 15 recently reported deficiencies.

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