Sunny Days Senior Living

Overview of Sunny Days Senior Living

Sunny Days Senior Living is an intimate community nestled in Mesa, AZ, designed for those who need assisted living. It is designed to offer a safe and cozy environment where residents can receive compassionate assistance with their daily activities like personal care. The community features a team of reliable care professionals to ensure residents are well-cared for and provided with good company.

Fun and engaging activities are designed based on residents’ level of skills and interests, encouraging them to socialize and be more active. The community also handles the meal preparation to save residents from the hassle of preparing meals. Here, residents can look forward to enjoying a simple yet fulfilling living experience.

Bed community size
10-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
7 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 43 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Home
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 4, 2019
ExpirationMarch 31, 2027
License NumberAL10955H
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sunny Days Senior Living is administered by Georgiana Salagean.

OwnerSUNNY DAYS SENIOR LIVING LLC

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactGeorgiana Salagean

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Inspection History

In Arizona, the Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing performs regular onsite inspections and investigates complaints for all licensed residential and nursing facilities.

We don't publish a score for assisted living residences with fewer than three inspections on record. This would unfairly reward providers with limited inspection history or those that have not been operating long enough to be cited.

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Not enough inspection history to generate a score.

Average score for Arizona assisted living residences: B- 82/100

Inspection score not available. Not enough inspection history to score against the Arizona benchmark.

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

Overall vs. AZ average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (11% above)
2 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total inspections (60% below)
• Total complaints (83% below)
Latest Inspection January 31, 2024 Complaint No deficiencies

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

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Enforcement actions Info Formal penalties or interventions imposed by Arizona regulators — directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management. 10.9 This facility has 11% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 11% worse

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

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 25 This facility has 60% fewer total inspections than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2 vs. AZ avg 5).↓ 60% better

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

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 16 This facility has 83% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 83% better Rank #174 / 500 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 174th out of 500 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 500 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

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

  • January 31, 2024 complaint investigation found no deficiencies for two complaints.
  • July 31, 2023 annual inspection cited seven deficiencies in management designation, medication administration and storage, and disaster planning.
  • October 2023 enforcement included a $500 fine for failing to designate an accountable caregiver in the manager’s absence.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Exercise Programs

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Recreational Activities

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Address 2.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Mesa's city center to Sunny Days Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Sunny Days Senior Living is located in Mesa, Arizona.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Arizona.

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Arizona Long Term Care System

ALTCS

Age 65+ or disabled
General Arizona 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).
AZ

Covers tribal members; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Nursing home care Medical services Transportation (10 trips/month)

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+
General Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
AZ

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AZ WAP

Age 60+ priority
General Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-focused.
AZ

High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.

Benefits
Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AZ Section 202

Age 62+
General Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,645/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned
AZ

Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.

Benefits
Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Arizona CARES Program

AZ CARES

Age
General Caregivers of Arizona 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.
AZ

Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+ or disabled
General Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.
Income Limits Above Medicaid threshold but low-income ~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region
Asset Limits Not specified; income-driven eligibility.
AZ

Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Personal care (limited hours) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunny Days Senior Living

What neighborhood is Sunny Days Senior Living in?

Sunny Days Senior Living is in the Gilburr Estates neighborhood of Mesa.

Is Sunny Days Senior Living in a walkable area?

Sunny Days Senior Living has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Sunny Days Senior Living?

According to AZ state health department records, Sunny Days Senior Living's license number is AL10955H.

When does Sunny Days Senior Living's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Sunny Days Senior Living's license expires on March 31, 2027.

Who is the administrator of Sunny Days Senior Living?

Georgiana Salagean is the administrator of Sunny Days Senior Living.

How many beds does Sunny Days Senior Living have?

Sunny Days Senior Living has 10 beds.

Are there photos of Sunny Days Senior Living?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Sunny Days Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

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