Sunrise of Decatur
Sunrise of Decatur
Offering assisted living and memory care, Sunrise of Decatur is one of the best senior living facilities in the city. Contributing to recognizing the community’s overall excellent service and caregiving, residents feel at home due to the exceptional respect the staff has provided with a welcoming approach. Life at the Sunrise of Decatur offers the opportunity and inspiration branded as a Sunrise lifestyle.
Sunrise of Decatur’s assisted living services and amenities include activities and programs that promote a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that cultivate their golden years– weekly housekeeping and laundry, outings and activities, daily delicious and nutritious meals, and specialized programs.
100-bed community Rank #194 / 672Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 194th out of 672 homes in Georgia. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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.
9 years in operation Rank #273 / 670Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 273rd out of 670 homes in Georgia. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 69 / 100 Rank #108 / 873Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 108th out of 873 homes in Georgia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia 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.
About this community
WELL Health-Safety Rating
Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
StatusLicensed
IssuanceDecember 15, 2017
CountyDekalb
Sunrise of Decatur is administered by Ms. Charmaine Hicks.
Emergency SystemsEmergency response systems in each suite.
Safety Features24-hour nursing care, emergency response systems.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Stays
Access To Personalized 24-Hour Care
Programming Designed To Bring Purpose To Each Day
Fresh
Chef-Crafted Cuisine
Well-Appointed Common Areas For Socialization
Scheduled Transportation
Pet Friendly
Beautiful Outdoor Spaces
Excursions To Local Attractions And Entertainment
A Variety Of Suite Floor Plan Options
Frequent Social Events
Beauty Salon
Sunrise Careconnect For Healthcare Coordination
Expert Care For A Variety Of Health Conditions
ActivitiesA variety of activities including fitness classes, art and music, book and walking clubs, movie and game nights, social hours, live entertainment, local outings.
Operating HoursMon-Sun 00:00 - 23:59
Starting Price$3,283+ per month
Food DescriptionFresh, chef-crafted cuisine tailored to residents’ tastes and preferences.
Inspection History
In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.
Since 2017 · 9 years of data
14 deficiencies
29 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Georgia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2017 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Total inspections (190% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (33% below)
• Deficiencies per year (30% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (76% below)
• Total inspections (190% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (33% below)
• Deficiencies per year (30% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (76% below)
Latest Inspection
December 16, 2024
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 14 | 21 | This facility has 33% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (14 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 33% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2017.
| 1.6 | 2.3 | This facility has 30% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.6 vs. GA avg 2.3).↓ 30% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.5 | 2.1 | This facility has 76% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (0.5 vs. GA avg 2.1).↓ 76% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 29 | 10 | This facility has 190% more total inspections than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (29 vs. GA avg 10).↑ 190% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on December 16, 2024, found no deficiencies or rule violations during complaint investigation #GA00252236.
- A September 1, 2021 complaint investigation found medication errors causing a resident overdose and hospitalization, with failure to provide adequate care and compliance.
- Substantiated complaints in late 2019 and early 2020 included narcotic diversion oversight failures, inadequate staff training, and failure to honor a DNR order during an emergency.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Rooms Available
1 / 4
1 Bed
1
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The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
| The Holbrook Decatur | AL IL MC | Decatur (Mason Mill/Vistavia Hills) | 129
Facility
129
GA AVG
88
Rank
#100 / 672 | Yes |
67
Facility
67
GA AVG
39
Rank
#125 / 873 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 6
Facility
6
GA AVG
14
Rank
#442 / 670 | Fratina Boatman | 18 | 4
Facility
4
GA AVG
21
Rank
#198 / 574 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
GA AVG
2.1
Rank
#123 / 574 |
| Sunrise of Decatur | AL | Decatur (Westchester Hills/Chelsea Heights) | 100
Facility
100
GA AVG
88
Rank
#194 / 672 | Yes |
69
Facility
69
GA AVG
39
Rank
#108 / 873 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
GA AVG
14
Rank
#273 / 670 | Ms. Charmaine Hicks | 29 | 14
Facility
14
GA AVG
21
Rank
#339 / 574 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
GA AVG
2.1
Rank
#201 / 574 |
| Arbor Terrace of Decatur | AL MC | Decatur | 90
Facility
90
GA AVG
88
Rank
#278 / 672 | No |
44
Facility
44
GA AVG
39
Rank
#387 / 873 | Studio / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
14
Rank
#181 / 670 | David Stewart | 19 | 14
Facility
14
GA AVG
21
Rank
#339 / 574 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
GA AVG
2.1
Rank
#257 / 574 |
| Coventry Place | AL NH | Decatur (North Decatur Road) | 50
Facility
50
GA AVG
88
Rank
#494 / 672 | Yes |
73
Facility
73
GA AVG
39
Rank
#59 / 873 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 22
Facility
22
GA AVG
14
Rank
#132 / 670 | Douglas Baker | 24 | 0
Facility
0
GA AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 574 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
GA AVG
2.1
Rank
#1 / 574 |
| Medlock Gardens Senior Living | AL | Decatur | 42
Facility
42
GA AVG
88
Rank
#559 / 672 | No |
77
Facility
77
GA AVG
39
Rank
#34 / 873 | - | 12
Facility
12
GA AVG
14
Rank
#181 / 670 | Serita Buchanan | 16 | 6
Facility
6
GA AVG
21
Rank
#243 / 574 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
GA AVG
2.1
Rank
#177 / 574 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia
Sunrise of Decatur is located in Decatur, Georgia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunrise of Decatur
What neighborhood is Sunrise of Decatur in?
Sunrise of Decatur is in the Westchester Hills/Chelsea Heights neighborhood of Decatur.
Is Sunrise of Decatur in a walkable area?
Sunrise of Decatur has a walk score of 69. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Who is the administrator of Sunrise of Decatur?
Ms. CHARMAINE HICKS is the administrator of Sunrise of Decatur.
How many beds does Sunrise of Decatur have?
Sunrise of Decatur has 100 beds.
Are there photos of Sunrise of Decatur?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Sunrise of Decatur in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Sunrise of Decatur?
Sunrise of Decatur is located at 920 Clairemont Ave, Decatur, GA 30030.
What is the phone number of Sunrise of Decatur?
(404) 377-6111 will put you in contact with the team at Sunrise of Decatur.
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