Sunrise at Orchard
Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Littleton, CO

Sunrise at Orchard

Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Littleton, CO

Overview of Sunrise at Orchard

A cozy and welcoming senior living community in Littleton, CO, Sunrise at Orchard provides various levels of care, including assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. With a choice of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, seniors can find the perfect home to suit their needs and preferences. Residents can also enjoy a range of activities and amenities, such as well-manicured walking paths, a cozy fireplace lounge, and pet-friendly spaces.

Sunrise at Orchard is dedicated to creating a warm, supportive community where residents can live meaningful lives. The community features trained team members available 24/7, activity rooms, social areas, a bistro for snacks, and weekly housekeeping. Additional amenities include scheduled transportation, monthly wellness visits by a licensed nurse, and advanced electronic health records. Sunrise at Orchard aims to enhance the lives of its residents through comprehensive services and engaging programs.

Bed community size
108-bed community Rank #120 / 526Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 120th out of 526 homes in Colorado for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Colorado facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Colorado 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
45 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 69 / 100 Rank #243 / 869Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 243rd out of 869 homes in Colorado for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Colorado facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Colorado 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A- (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

StatusActive

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sunrise at Orchard is administered by Jason Vandagriff.

OwnerSzr Orchard Al LLC

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMr. Paul Klaassen, Founder (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

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Inspection History

In Colorado, the Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division is the regulatory body that performs unannounced surveys and publishes facility inspection findings.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 14 deficiencies 4 inspections

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

Since 2021 vs. Colorado state average
Overall vs. CO average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Colorado average:
• Total deficiencies (65% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (56% below)

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

This FacilityCO Averagevs. CO Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1440 This facility has 65% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Colorado nursing home (14 vs. CO avg 40).↓ 65% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.58 This facility has 56% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Colorado nursing home (3.5 vs. CO avg 8).↓ 56% better

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

This FacilityCO Averagevs. CO Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 45 This facility has had 20% fewer total inspections than the Colorado average (4 vs. CO avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 20% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

Studio
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Address 5.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Littleton's city center to Sunrise at Orchard's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Colorado

Sunrise at Orchard is located in Littleton, Colorado.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Colorado.

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Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Colorado 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).
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Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Colorado OAP

Age 60+
General Colorado resident.
Income Limits ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CO

Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.

Benefits
Cash (~$100-$800/month) Limited in-home care (2-3 hours/week) Medical assistance

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Colorado Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Colorado resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).

Benefits
All-inclusive care—personal care (5-7 hours/day) Meals Transportation Therapy Medical visits

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Age
General Seniors typically 65+, Age 5+ with disability, Colorado resident, financial/functional need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, stricter than waivers
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.

Benefits
Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider) E.g. Bathing Dressing

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunrise at Orchard

What neighborhood is Sunrise at Orchard in?

Sunrise at Orchard is in the Cherry Ridge neighborhood of Littleton.

Who is the owner of Sunrise at Orchard?

Sunrise at Orchard is legally operated by Szr Orchard Al LLC, and administered by Jason Vandagriff.

Is Sunrise at Orchard in a walkable area?

Sunrise at Orchard has a walk score of 69. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Sunrise at Orchard been in business?

Sunrise at Orchard has been operating for approximately 45 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Sunrise at Orchard?

Yes, Sunrise at Orchard allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Sunrise at Orchard?

Jason Vandagriff is the administrator of Sunrise at Orchard.

How many beds does Sunrise at Orchard have?

Sunrise at Orchard has 108 beds.

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