Occupancy rate
54%
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%Sunrise of Golden Valley
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Golden Valley, MN
Sunrise of Golden Valley
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Golden Valley, MN
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Sunrise of Golden Valley is a senior living community located at 4550 Olson Memorial Highway in Golden Valley, Minnesota. The three-story property provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care services, holding a designated state approval for specialized dementia care.
The 92-bed residence currently operates at approximately 54 percent occupancy, offering studio and one-bedroom apartment configurations equipped with kitchenettes. Daily life at the community incorporates book clubs, religious services, arts and crafts, and lecture discussions.
Additional provisions include complimentary local transportation, pet-friendly accommodations, and hospice care options. Sited roughly two miles from North Memorial Health Hospital, the facility carries a walk score of 21, indicating a car-dependent neighborhood where daily errands require a vehicle.
Prospective residents can contact the Olson Memorial Highway administrative office directly to confirm current apartment availability, request floor plans, or coordinate an in-person tour.
Capacity and availability
Residents per day
50
92-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 21 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%Occupied beds
50 / 92
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes
59 beds
Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyHennepin
Inspection History
In Minnesota, the Department of Health, Health Regulation Division is the primary authority for conducting onsite inspections and reporting on the quality of care in residential facilities.
Since 2025 · 1 year of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
18 deficiencies
1 inspection
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Minnesota state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2025 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (64% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (64% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (64% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (64% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 18 | 11 | This facility has 64% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (18 vs. MN avg 11).↑ 64% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 18.0 | 11 | This facility has 64% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (18 vs. MN avg 11).↑ 64% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 1 | 1 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Minnesota average (1 vs. MN avg 1).— At avg |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Rooms Available
1 Bed
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Places of interest near Sunrise of Golden Valley
1.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Golden Valley's city center to Sunrise of Golden Valley's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.16 miles to nearest hospital (North Memorial Health - Robbinsdale Hospital)
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Info below is compiled from the MN Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Minnesota interviews residents directly — covering food, activities, staff, privacy, and sense of choice — including those with memory loss. The facility's score is compared to similarly sized facilities statewide and converted to a 1–5 star rating. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
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Minnesota surveys the primary family contact for each resident, asking about meals, staff responsiveness, safety, and likelihood to recommend. Scores are compared to peer facilities and converted to a 1–5 star rating. "–" = too few responses to score; "X" = facility refused to participate. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
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The percentage of residents who reported satisfaction with food variety and mealtimes in Minnesota's statewide quality-of-life survey. Food tends to score lower than other domains statewide, so scores above 85% reflect strong performance relative to peers. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Mount Olivet Careview Home | AL MC NH RESC SNF | Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis) | 155 | No | 76 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 10 | 20
Facility
20
MN AVG
10
Rank
#242 / 274 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#14 / 274 |
| Walker Methodist Walker Place | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis) | 120 | Yes | 74 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 20 | 96.7% | A+ | 91.3%
Facility
91.3%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#14 / 149 | 1 | 9
Facility
9
MN AVG
10
Rank
#123 / 274 | 9.0
Facility
9.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#137 / 274 | ||
| Sunrise of Golden Valley | AL IL MC | Golden Valley | 92 | Yes | 21 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | 54.3% | - | 85.3%
Facility
85.3%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#49 / 149 | 1 | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
10
Rank
#233 / 274 | 18.0
Facility
18.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#242 / 274 | ||
| Jones-Harrison Senior Living | AL MC NH SNF | Minneapolis (Calhoun Isles) | 53 | No | 56 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | 92.5% | - | 72.7%
Facility
72.7%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#118 / 149 | 1 | 9
Facility
9
MN AVG
10
Rank
#123 / 274 | 9.0
Facility
9.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#137 / 274 | ||
| Golden Nest Assisted Living | AL | Minneapolis (Windom Park) | 24 | Yes | 76 | - | 21 | 91.7% | A+ | 98.5%
Facility
98.5%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#1 / 149 | 1 | 30
Facility
30
MN AVG
10
Rank
#265 / 274 | 30.0
Facility
30.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#270 / 274 |
Financial Assistance for
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunrise of Golden Valley
Is Sunrise of Golden Valley in a walkable area?
Sunrise of Golden Valley has a walk score of 21. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the occupancy rate at Sunrise of Golden Valley?
Sunrise of Golden Valley's occupancy is 54%.
Are pets allowed at Sunrise of Golden Valley?
Yes, Sunrise of Golden Valley allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Sunrise of Golden Valley have?
Sunrise of Golden Valley has 92 beds.
Has Sunrise of Golden Valley had any deficiencies?
Sunrise of Golden Valley has had 18 reported deficiencies since 2025 according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).
Are there photos of Sunrise of Golden Valley?
Yes — there are 5 photos of Sunrise of Golden Valley in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Sunrise of Golden Valley?
Sunrise of Golden Valley is located at 4950 Olson Memorial Hwy Frontage Rd, Golden Valley, MN 55422.
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