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Sunrise at Bon Air is a senior living community in Richmond, Virginia, that offers a holistic approach to senior care. The community takes a personalized approach, focusing on the unique needs and preferences of each resident. Sunrise at Bon Air provides consistent yet individualized care rooted in evidence-based research and theories of aging, with a focus on the individual’s wellness and well-being.
The community remains firmly committed to promoting the safety of its residents, taking rigorous measures to maintain their health during the current times. Sunrise at Bon Air utilizes its Sunrise CareConnect electronic health record system, which allows physicians to track residents’ care, medication protocol, and progress notes remotely. Additionally, the community facilitates telehealth visits with healthcare providers to minimize the need for external office visits. Sunrise at Bon Air has been recognized for its commitment to quality care, earning more than 280 National Quality Awards, more than any other assisted living provider. The community’s mission of championing the quality of life for all seniors is carried out by every Sunrise team member.
Similar to the Virginia average: 85.7%Sunrise at Bon Air is administrated by Michelle Dorsey.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 21 | 32 | This facility has 34% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (21 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 34% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 4.2 | 6.4 | This facility has 34% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4.2 vs. VA avg 6.4).↓ 34% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.4 | 2.3 | This facility has 39% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.4 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 39% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 15 | 14 | This facility has 7% more total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (15 vs. VA avg 14).↑ 7% worse |
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Inspections with violations
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.
| 6 | 9 | This facility has 33% fewer inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (6 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 33% better |
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Inspection violation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.
| 40% | 64% | This facility has 24 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (40% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 24% better |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 6 | 7 | This facility has 14% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (6 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 14% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2021.
| 1.2 | 1.4 | This facility has 14% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.2 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 14% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
12.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Richmond's city center to Sunrise at Bon Air's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.08 miles to nearest hospital (Childrenu2019s Hospital of Richmond)
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Sunrise at Bon Air is located in Richmond, Virginia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Virginia.
The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
| Sancerre Atlee Station |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Mechanicsville (Giles Preserve) | 120
Facility
120
VA AVG
98
Rank
#93 / 371 | Yes |
30
Facility
30
VA AVG
44
Rank
#304 / 449 | Studio / 1 Bed | Lauren Friedman | - | A | 18 | 38.9%
Facility
38.9%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#86 / 332 | 12
Facility
12
VA AVG
7
Rank
#286 / 332 | 13
Facility
13
VA AVG
32
Rank
#158 / 332 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#104 / 332 |
| Sunrise of Richmond |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Richmond (Raintree) | 110
Facility
110
VA AVG
98
Rank
#115 / 371 | Yes |
32
Facility
32
VA AVG
44
Rank
#289 / 449 | Studio / 1 Bed | Ait Karen Simon-Dunham |
56.4%
Facility
56.4%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#231 / 297 | - | 12 | 25%
Facility
25%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#47 / 332 | 6
Facility
6
VA AVG
7
Rank
#217 / 332 | 10
Facility
10
VA AVG
32
Rank
#142 / 332 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#108 / 332 |
| The Estates at West End |
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.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Richmond | 105
Facility
105
VA AVG
98
Rank
#131 / 371 | No |
65
Facility
65
VA AVG
44
Rank
#82 / 449 | Studio / 1 Bed | Stephanie Quick |
69.5%
Facility
69.5%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#172 / 297 | - | 17 | 23.5%
Facility
23.5%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#46 / 332 | 9
Facility
9
VA AVG
7
Rank
#266 / 332 | 8
Facility
8
VA AVG
32
Rank
#122 / 332 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#90 / 332 |
| Sunrise at Bon Air |
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.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Richmond | 94
Facility
94
VA AVG
98
Rank
#176 / 371 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
VA AVG
44
Rank
#161 / 449 | Studio / 1 Bed | Michelle Dorsey |
88.3%
Facility
88.3%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#48 / 297 | - | 15 | 40%
Facility
40%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#87 / 332 | 6
Facility
6
VA AVG
7
Rank
#217 / 332 | 21
Facility
21
VA AVG
32
Rank
#198 / 332 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#158 / 332 |
| Seaton Chesterfield |
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.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Richmond | 88
Facility
88
VA AVG
98
Rank
#195 / 371 | No |
47
Facility
47
VA AVG
44
Rank
#193 / 449 | Studio / 1 Bed | Kenneth Gibson | - | A | 5 | 60%
Facility
60%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#183 / 332 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 332 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
32
Rank
#1 / 332 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#1 / 332 |
Sunrise at Bon Air has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
According to VA state health department records, Sunrise at Bon Air's license expires on July 1, 2026.
Sunrise at Bon Air's occupancy is 88%.
Michelle Dorsey is the administrator of Sunrise at Bon Air.
Sunrise at Bon Air has 94 beds.
Sunrise at Bon Air has had 15 recently reported deficiencies.
Yes — there are 10 photos of Sunrise at Bon Air in the photo gallery on this page.
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