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

Overview of Sunrise of Golden Valley

Sunrise of Golden Valley is an exquisite community that offers personalized care for assisted living and memory care. The management and staff ensures that residents get the best of a vibrant lifestyle that is balanced with catering to an individual’s own needs while enjoying their independence. Additionally, it’s nestled in an ideal Minneapolis location that allows for engaging and enriching activities outside of the building. There’s many more in store at Sunrise of Golden Valley that offer many opportunities for everyone while balancing a professional and personal relationship between residents and staff, making families go back and bring another family member they know will love the service and environment in the community.

Life at the Sunrise of Golden Valley provides opportunity and inspiration along with exceptional service and care that is clearly branded as a Sunrise servicea list of activities such as programs and events fill the calendar, and you or your loved one will find a handful of programs and activities interesting to your liking. A few of their services include activities and programs that promote a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that cultivate their golden years; offering hospice care services; outings and activities to stimulate their mental, physical, and emotional needs; complimentary transportation is available when requested; such as a kitchenette in each residence for those who still want to do their own cooking. Other activities include game activities, religious services, lecture discussion, book clubs, and arts and crafts.

Bed community size
92-bed community Rank #139 / 529Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 139th out of 529 homes in Minnesota for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 21 / 100 Rank #487 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 487th out of 632 homes in Minnesota for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
54%
Rank #226 / 283Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 226th out of 283 homes in Minnesota for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 283. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota 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.
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
50 / 92
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes 59 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyHennepin

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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 18 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 (80% above)
• Deficiencies per year (80% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection September 18, 2025 Follow Up

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

This FacilityMN Averagevs. MN Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1810 This facility has 80% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (18 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 80% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2025. 1810 This facility has 80% more deficiencies per year than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (18 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 80% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • September 18, 2025 follow-up found 18 unresolved deficiencies from June 25, 2025, including staffing plan, food service, and medication documentation failures.
  • Deficiencies included failure to maintain fire safety and evacuation plans, tuberculosis prevention program, and required employee training on dementia care.
  • The facility failed to post grievance procedures, maintain resident records, provide emergency relocation notices, and ensure proper employee background studies and contracts.

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Quality of Life Rating
4 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring resident well-being and satisfaction.

Ranked 13th (tied) of 136 homes in Minnesota

Family Satisfaction Rating
2 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring surveys of residents' family members.

Ranked 100th (tied) of 123 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
79.2% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring resident well-being and satisfaction.

Minnesota average: 72.4%

Family Overall Satisfaction
79.3% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring surveys of residents' family members.

Minnesota average: 83.7%

Food Quality Score
85.3% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring satisfaction with food quality and meal service.

Community Activities Score
94.8% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring meaningful activities and engagement opportunities.

Safety & Privacy Score
92.8% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring safety and privacy conditions for residents.

Religion & Spirituality Score
90.5% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring support for religious and spiritual needs.

Family Satisfaction - Care
73.2% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with overall care experience.

Family Satisfaction - Cost
65.6% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with value and cost of care.

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
74.0% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with cleanliness and housekeeping.

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: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed
1 Bed

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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info 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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Compare Assisted Living around Minneapolis

The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.

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MN AVG 61
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Walker Methodist Walker Place
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IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis)
120
Facility 120
MN AVG 61
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74
Facility 74
MN AVG 43
Rank #86 / 632
1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
MN AVG 18
Rank #41 / 138
96.7% A+
91.3%
Facility 91.3%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #14 / 149
1
9
Facility 9
MN AVG 10
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9.0
Facility 9.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #138 / 275
The Waters on 50th
AL
IL
MC
Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis)
110
Facility 110
MN AVG 61
Rank #99 / 529
No
89
Facility 89
MN AVG 43
Rank #11 / 632
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed- 75.5% -
77.2%
Facility 77.2%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #103 / 149
1
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 10
Rank #61 / 275
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 10.0
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Sunrise of Golden Valley
AL
IL
MC
Golden Valley
92
Facility 92
MN AVG 61
Rank #139 / 529
Yes
21
Facility 21
MN AVG 43
Rank #487 / 632
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 #234 / 275
18.0
Facility 18.0
MN AVG 10.0
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Jones-Harrison Senior Living
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Minneapolis (Calhoun Isles)
53
Facility 53
MN AVG 61
Rank #248 / 529
No
56
Facility 56
MN AVG 43
Rank #212 / 632
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 #124 / 275
9.0
Facility 9.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #138 / 275

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

Sunrise of Golden Valley is located in Golden Valley, Minnesota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Minnesota.

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Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $3,000 individual, higher than most states
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Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Home aides

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
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Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.

Benefits
In-home support (2-4 hours/week) Respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.
MN

CDCS option; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~5 days/year) Home health Meals Home mods

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Minnesota Senior Health Options

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
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7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite Adult day care Home mods $900/year groceries (some plans)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
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Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite Adult day care Home mods Limited nursing home care

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Age 65+ or disabled
General Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
MN

Can hire family; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care Respite Home mods Assistive tech

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MN

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MN

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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.

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.

What is the phone number of Sunrise of Golden Valley?

(763) 522-4000 will put you in contact with the team at Sunrise of Golden Valley.

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