Occupancy rate
47%
Lower than the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%Sunrise of McCandless
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Pittsburgh, PA
Sunrise of McCandless
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Pittsburgh, PA
Sunrise of Mccandless is a senior living community situated in an ideal Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania location, providing a personalized lifestyle where residents’ days can be filled with beloved hobbies, good friends, and fine cuisine. The community offers room rates starting at $5,594 per month and caters to those navigating the complexities of memory loss, offering Terrace Club, an innovative program for those experiencing early memory loss, and the Reminiscence Neighborhood for people with more advanced memory loss. Sunrise of Mccandless develops individualized plans for each resident to ensure their requirements are fully met, with plans evolving as needs mature, accommodating residents’ evolving concerns and securing their future in the community.
The community features a resident-centered approach where needs and preferences are respected, with an activity calendar headlined by resident-inspired clubs like Poker, Walking, Rosary, and Doc-U-Club. Sunrise of Mccandless offers a variety of accommodations and floor plans, allowing couples to continue living together in companion suites, while highly trained chefs seek regular input from residents to understand which menu items should be featured. Conveniently located in Pittsburgh, PA, across from the newly developed McCandless Crossings, minutes from North Park and Ross Park Mall, and with medical services available at nearby Passavant Hospital, Sunrise of Mccandless provides a personalized and engaging senior living experience.
153-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score: 48 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%Occupied beds
72 / 153
Average residents per home in Pennsylvania
103 per day
Facility TypePersonal Care Homes
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMay 29, 2025
ExpirationDecember 15, 2025
CountyAllegheny
License Number448800
Sunrise of McCandless is legally operated by Welltower Opco Group Llc.
Profit StatusProfit
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / Suite
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Sunrise of McCandless
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Type of Rooms Available
1 Bed
1
Inspection History
In Pennsylvania, the Department of Human Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) conduct unannounced inspections to verify adherence to state regulations.
Since 2021 · 5 years of data
40 citations
6 complaints
32 inspections
7 waivers
Waivers
A higher number of waivers may indicate the facility relies on staff who don't fully meet standard credential requirements. A lower number may suggest the facility meets staffing qualification standards without exemptions.
This Facility
PA Average
vs. PA Avg-
7vs 0.9 avg↑ 678% higher than PA avg
Data reflects the most recent 5 years (since 2021).
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Pennsylvania state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. Pennsylvania state average
Overall vs. PA average
4 Worse
Metrics worse than Pennsylvania average:
• Total inspections (191% above)
• Inspections with citations (75% above)
• Total complaints (50% above)
• Complaints per year (50% above) 4 Better Metrics better than Pennsylvania average:
• Total citations (37% below)
• Citations per year (37% below)
• Citations per inspection (77% below)
• Inspection citation rate (40% below)
• Total inspections (191% above)
• Inspections with citations (75% above)
• Total complaints (50% above)
• Complaints per year (50% above) 4 Better Metrics better than Pennsylvania average:
• Total citations (37% below)
• Citations per year (37% below)
• Citations per inspection (77% below)
• Inspection citation rate (40% below)
Latest Inspection
August 22, 2025
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Citations
Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 40 | 63 | This facility has 37% fewer total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (40 vs. PA avg 63). Click this badge to view the full Pennsylvania ranking.↓ 37% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 8 | 12.6 | This facility has 37% fewer citations per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (8 vs. PA avg 12.6). Click this badge to view the full Pennsylvania ranking.↓ 37% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1.3 | 5.7 | This facility has 77% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (1.3 vs. PA avg 5.7). Click this badge to view the full Pennsylvania ranking.↓ 77% better |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 32 | 11 | This facility has 191% more total inspections than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (32 vs. PA avg 11). Click this badge to view the full Pennsylvania ranking.↑ 191% worse |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 14 | 8 | This facility has 75% more inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (14 vs. PA avg 8). Click this badge to view the full Pennsylvania ranking.↑ 75% worse |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 44% | 73% | This facility has 29 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (44% vs. PA avg 73%). Click this badge to view the full Pennsylvania ranking.↓ 29% better |
Complaints & Investigations
Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.
| Metric | This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 6 | 4 | This facility has 50% more total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (6 vs. PA avg 4). Click this badge to view the full Pennsylvania ranking.↑ 50% worse |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2021.
| 1.2 | 0.8 | This facility has 50% more complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (1.2 vs. PA avg 0.8). Click this badge to view the full Pennsylvania ranking.↑ 50% 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 August 22, 2025, found one deficiency related to an unlocked medication room and cart, which the facility corrected through staff retraining and equipment adjustment. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily involving resident privacy, medication management, abuse reporting, and support plan compliance, with some incidents resulting in resident harm and substantiated complaints. Complaint investigations often found unsubstantiated allegations, though some substantiated issues included privacy violations and delayed abuse reporting. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility has shown some improvement over time, with many plans of correction accepted and verified as implemented, though certain issues have recurred intermittently.
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9.9 miles from city center
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— 7.47 miles to nearest hospital (Heritage Valley Kennedy)
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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. | Pittsburgh | 153 | Yes | 48 | Welltower Opco Group LLC | 32 | 6 | 43.8% | 40 | 1.3 | Profit | - | 47.1% | Studio / 1 Bed / Suite | - |
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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. | Pittsburgh (Mcknight) | 120 | Yes | 47 | Ca Senior Mccandless II Operator LLC | 17 | 3 | 64.7% | 35 | 2.1 | Profit | 138 | 78.3% | Studio / 1 Bed / Suite | - |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunrise of McCandless
Who is the owner of Sunrise of McCandless?
The legal owner and operator of Sunrise of McCandless is Welltower Opco Group Llc.
Is Sunrise of McCandless in a walkable area?
Sunrise of McCandless has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Sunrise of McCandless?
According to PA state health department records, Sunrise of McCandless's license number is 448800.
When does Sunrise of McCandless's license expire?
According to PA state health department records, Sunrise of McCandless's license expires on December 15, 2025.
What is the occupancy rate at Sunrise of McCandless?
Sunrise of McCandless's occupancy is 47%.
How many beds does Sunrise of McCandless have?
Sunrise of McCandless has 153 beds.
Has Sunrise of McCandless had any recent deficiencies or citations?
Sunrise of McCandless has had 40 recently reported deficiencies.
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