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Sunrise of Cary, located in Cary, NC, is a senior living community by Sunrise Senior Living. They offer assisted living, memory care, short-term stay, and hospice care services to their residents. This senior living ensures that the residents in their assisted living program receive the specific support they need by creating individualized care programs which may include assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and concierge services.
This pet friendly community also welcomes the residents pets, valuing the comfort and support they provide their senior owners. The accommodation options are also purposely designed, from their emergency call systems, to the facilities that promote mobility, and spaces to either rest or socialize in. Furthermore, they offer menu options featuring seasonal ingredients and regional dishes prepared by talented chefs.
Lower than the North Carolina average: 76.4%Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In North Carolina, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation conducts unannounced surveys to ensure nursing and adult care homes meet safety standards.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the North Carolina state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 33 | 46 | This facility has 28% fewer total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (33 vs. NC avg 46).↓ 28% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2015.
| 3 | 4.2 | This facility has 29% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (3 vs. NC avg 4.2).↓ 29% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.8 | 2.2 | This facility has 18% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (1.8 vs. NC avg 2.2).↓ 18% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 18 | 21 | This facility has 14% fewer total inspections than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (18 vs. NC avg 21).↓ 14% better |
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Inspections with deficiencies
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency.
| 12 | 19 | This facility has 37% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (12 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 37% better |
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Inspection deficiency rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency.
| 67% | 90% | This facility has 23 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (67% vs. NC avg 90%).↓ 23% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on March 12, 2024, identified deficiencies related to incomplete ceiling repairs, fire system maintenance, and plumbing safety issues. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies involving resident care, staffing, supervision, and building maintenance, including prior findings of inadequate supervision leading to resident falls and issues with respect and dignity in care. Complaint investigations in 2022 substantiated concerns about forced care and failure to report abuse allegations, while most other complaints were unsubstantiated or related to documentation and supervision. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows ongoing challenges with physical plant maintenance and resident care, with no clear trend of improvement or worsening over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
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Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
2.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Cary's city center to Sunrise of Cary's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.61 miles to nearest hospital (WakeMed Cary Hospital)
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Sunrise of Cary is located in Cary, North Carolina.
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The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.
| Glenaire |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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.
N Nursing | Cary (Glenaire) | 120 | No | 25 | 87.0% | A+ | - | - | 3 | - | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed |
| Sunrise of Cary |
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.
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. | Cary (West Chatham Street) | 85 | Yes | 34 | 40.0% | A- | 103.50/200 | 18 | 66.7% | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| The Retreat at Cary |
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.
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. | Cary (Prestwick Place) | 6 | No | 14 | - | - | 101.50/200 | 5 | 20% | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Cary Family Care |
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.
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. | Cary (Twin Lakes) | 3 | No | 28 | 100.0% | - | 100.00/200 | 10 | 70% | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed |
Sunrise of Cary is in the West Chatham Street neighborhood of Cary.
Sunrise of Cary has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to NC state health department records, Sunrise of Cary's license number is HAL-092-209.
Sunrise of Cary's occupancy is 40%.
Sunrise of Cary has 85 beds.
(919) 462-9147 will put you in contact with the team at Sunrise of Cary.
Sunrise of Cary is in Wake County.
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