Sunrise at East 56th
Luxury Senior Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · New York City, NY
Sunrise at East 56th
Luxury Senior Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · New York City, NY
Overview of Sunrise at East 56th
Sunrise at East 56th is a 182-bed luxury senior living community offering assisted living and memory care at 139 East 56th Street in Manhattan’s Midtown East (New York County). Licensed as an Enriched Housing Program and operated by GWC-East 56th Street Inc., the high-rise community provides studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences and permits pets. With a walk score of 100, the facility places residents at the center of Manhattan’s urban lifestyle.
The community features luxury apartments with city views and natural light alongside communal spaces. Personalized assisted living and memory care services are provided. Transportation services, fitness and recreation programming, and structured activities emphasizing cultural engagement support residents’ continued connection to Manhattan. The community’s philosophy centers on fostering meaningful resident connections and maintaining residents’ engagement with city living.
Regulatory compliance is exemplary. Two complaint investigations by the New York State Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care (June 28, 2023, and November 7, 2024) resulted in zero deficiencies and zero violations at both inspections. The facility maintains zero deficiencies per year, matching the New York state average of 5.1. No enforcement actions or fines have been issued.
Complaint visit frequency (2 investigations) is 96 percent below the New York state average of 55 per facility, reflecting minimal formal complaints relative to comparable communities.
Litigation records indicate two cases filed since 2023: one closed and one active case with a recent court date scheduled for April 29, 2026. The nature of these cases should be verified with the facility before enrollment.
Located 4.6 miles from Manhattan’s center and 1.15 miles from Mount Sinai West, Sunrise at East 56th is not CMS-certified and does not accept Medicare or Medicaid. New York financial assistance programs include Community First Choice Option, EISEP, SCRIE, SCHE, and the Home Sharing Program.
With a perfect compliance record across two inspections and clean violation history, Sunrise at East 56th is well-suited for families seeking luxury assisted living or memory care in Manhattan.
182-bed community Rank #262 / 748Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 262nd out of 748 homes in New York. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New York facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in New York 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score: 100 / 100 Rank #1 / 1173Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 1173 homes in New York. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New York facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in New York 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
About this community
Facility TypeEnriched Housing Program
CountyNew York
Sunrise at East 56th is legally operated by GWC-East 56th Street Inc..
Inspection History
In New York, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
0 enforcement actions
2 inspections
Inspection score unavailable
Not enough inspection history to generate a score.
Average score for New York assisted living residences: B 83/100
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2023 vs. New York state average
Overall vs. NY average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than New York average:
• Inspection violation rate (127% above) 3 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total inspections (78% below)
• Inspections with violations (50% below)
• Complaint visits (67% below)
• Inspection violation rate (127% above) 3 Better Metrics better than New York average:
• Total inspections (78% below)
• Inspections with violations (50% below)
• Complaint visits (67% below)
Latest Inspection
November 7, 2024
Complaint Investigation
Inspections
| This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 2 | 9 | This facility has 78% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 9).↓ 78% better |
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Inspections with violations
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.
| 2 | 4 | This facility has 50% fewer inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 4).↓ 50% better |
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Inspection violation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.
| 100% | 44% | This facility has 56 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (100% vs. NY avg 44%).↑ 56% worse Rank #286 / 318 Inspection violation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 286th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's % of inspections with violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in New York that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 2 | 6 | This facility has 67% fewer complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 6).↓ 67% better Rank #97 / 318 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 97th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in New York that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- November 7, 2024 complaint investigation found no violations or deficiencies.
- June 28, 2023 complaint investigation found no violations or deficiencies.
- No substantiated complaints or citations appeared in the two most recent complaint investigations.
Lawsuit overview for Sunrise at East 56th
Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.
Source: State court e-filing records
Total Cases
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
2
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
2
Active Cases
Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture.
1
Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture.
1
Closed
Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes.
1
Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes.
1
Since
Year of the earliest case on record. A long history with steady filings suggests persistent issues; a recent first filing means newer exposure.
2023
Year of the earliest case on record. A long history with steady filings suggests persistent issues; a recent first filing means newer exposure.
2023
Most Recent
Most recent filing on record. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility.
2024
Most recent filing on record. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility.
2024
Next Court Date
Next scheduled court appearance on record across active cases.
Apr 29, 2026
Next scheduled court appearance on record across active cases.
Apr 29, 2026What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Hig-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Sunrise at East 56th
Sunrise At East 56Th 2 Bed
Sunrise At East 56Th Studio
Sunrise At East 56Th 1 Bed
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4.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from New York's city center to Sunrise at East 56th's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.15 miles to nearest hospital (Mount Sinai West)
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The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.
| Sunrise at East 56th | LSL AL MC | - (Manhattan) | 182
Facility
182
NY AVG
160
Rank
#262 / 748 | Yes |
100
Facility
100
NY AVG
63
Rank
#1 / 1173 | Gwc-East 56Th Street Inc | - | 2 | 100%
Facility
100%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#286 / 318 | 2
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2
NY AVG
6
Rank
#97 / 318 | 0
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0
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#1 / 318 | 0
Facility
0
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 318 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Coterie Hudson Yards | LSL AL IL MC | New York City (Manhattan) | 164
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164
NY AVG
160
Rank
#291 / 748 | No |
98
Facility
98
NY AVG
63
Rank
#47 / 1173 | Atria Ny Operating Company, Inc | - | 1 | 100%
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100%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#286 / 318 | 0
Facility
0
NY AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 318 | 1
Facility
1
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#103 / 318 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#200 / 318 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Bristal at York Avenue | LSL AL IL MC | York Avenue (Manhattan) | 132
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132
NY AVG
160
Rank
#386 / 748 | Yes |
97
Facility
97
NY AVG
63
Rank
#81 / 1173 | York Avenue Senior Care LLC | 96
Facility
96
NY AVG
83
Rank
#42 / 593 | 5 | 40%
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40%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#167 / 318 | 3
Facility
3
NY AVG
6
Rank
#129 / 318 | 2
Facility
2
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#134 / 318 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#138 / 318 | Studio / 1 Bed |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunrise at East 56th
What neighborhood is Sunrise at East 56th in?
Sunrise at East 56th is in the Manhattan neighborhood of New York.
Who is the owner of Sunrise at East 56th?
The legal owner and operator of Sunrise at East 56th is GWC-East 56th Street Inc..
Is Sunrise at East 56th in a walkable area?
Sunrise at East 56th has a walk score of 100. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
How many beds does Sunrise at East 56th have?
Sunrise at East 56th has 182 beds.
Are there photos of Sunrise at East 56th?
Yes — there are 11 photos of Sunrise at East 56th in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Sunrise at East 56th?
Sunrise at East 56th is located at 139 E 56Th St, New York, NY 10022.
What is the phone number of Sunrise at East 56th?
(212) 479-1200 will put you in contact with the team at Sunrise at East 56th.
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