Sunrise at Mill Basin

Overview of Sunrise at Mill Basin

Offering assisted living and memory care, Sunrise at Mill Basin is one of the best senior living facilities in Brooklyn, as families and residents of memory care have rated it as the Best Senior Living facility. Consequently, U.S. News – Health has given recognition to Sunrise of Mill Basin as the Best Memory Care. Contributing to the recognition of the facility is the overall excellent service and caregiving. Sunrise at Mill Basin is a heartwarming community that makes residents feel at home due to the exceptional respect staff has provided. It’s been verified by residents that their management and staff were very accommodating, responsive, and skilled. Sunrise at Mill Basin– just as with other Sunrise senior living communities–– you can trust that the assisted living community is a safe and beautiful community, as trusted by many families.

Life at the Sunrise at Mill Basin provides opportunity and inspiration along with exceptional service and care that is clearly branded as a Sunrise service. Mill Basin’s services include activities and programs that promote a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that cultivate their golden years; outings and activities to stimulate their mental, physical, and emotional needs; and their committed nurse staff who are willingly and compassionately attending to any need a resident may have. Their all-inclusive amenities include: daily delicious and nutritious meals; weekly housekeeping and laundry; and an emergency call system– to name of the few features that has ranked them as one of the top assisted living homes in Brooklyn. It is through the community’s goal to provide an exceptional and exciting service and care that are unique to each resident.

(718) 444-2600

142-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 59 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Facility TypeEnriched Housing Program

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Sunrise at Mill Basin is legally operated by GWC-Mill Basin, Inc..

No Alzheimer's certification

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 0 enforcement actions 1 violation 4 inspections

Inspection Score

16 points above the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2020 vs. New York state average

Overall vs. NY average

Latest Inspection December 11, 2024 Complaint Investigation

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	4	9	This facility has 56% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (4 vs. NY avg 9).↓ 56% better
Inspections with violations Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.	1	4	This facility has 75% fewer inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (1 vs. NY avg 4).↓ 75% better
Inspection violation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.	25%	44%	This facility has 19 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (25% vs. NY avg 44%).↓ 19% better Rank #111 / 318 Inspection violation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 111th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's % of inspections with violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	2	6	This facility has 67% fewer complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 6).↓ 67% better Rank #97 / 318 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 97th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Violations Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total violations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	1	14.5	This facility has 93% fewer total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (1 vs. NY avg 14.5).↓ 93% better Rank #103 / 318 Total violations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 103rd out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Violations per year Average violations per year since 2020.	0.2	2.4	This facility has 92% fewer violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.2 vs. NY avg 2.4).↓ 92% better
Violations per inspection Average violations per inspection.	0.3	1.6	This facility has 81% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.3 vs. NY avg 1.6).↓ 81% better Rank #115 / 318 Violations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 115th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations per inspection compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Violation breakdown

1 Records and Reports NY avg: 2.0

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

December 11, 2024 complaint investigation found no violations or deficiencies.
November 25, 2024 inspection cited one deficiency for records and reports (485.11 (b)).
Prior inspections on January 25, 2022 and October 21, 2020 found no violations.

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Total Cases 2

Active Cases 1

Closed 1

Since 2023

Most Recent 2023

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

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6.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Brooklyn's city center to Sunrise at Mill Basin's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.25 miles to nearest hospital (One Brooklyn Health-Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center)

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NY Medicaid CFCO

Age 65+ or disabled

General New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $30,182 individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion

Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Assistive technology ($500 avg.)

Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)

NY EISEP

Age 60+

General New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.

Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $15,000 individual

Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Case management Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

NY SCRIE

Age 62+

General NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.

Income Limits (2025) $50,000/year household

Asset Limits No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.

Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits

Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

NY SCHE

Age 65+

General NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.

Income Limits (2025) $58,399/year household

Asset Limits No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.

Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.

Benefits

Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value)

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program

NYFSC Home Sharing

Age One participant must be 60+ (host or guest)

General NYC resident, able to share living space.

Income Limits No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.

Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on housing need.

Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.

Benefits

Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates

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Sunrise at Mill Basin	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.	Brooklyn (Mill Basin)	142 Facility 142 NY AVG 160 Rank #361 / 748	Yes	59 Facility 59 NY AVG 63 Rank #710 / 1173	Gwc-Mill Basin, Inc.	99	4	25% Facility 25% NY AVG 44.4% Rank #111 / 318	2 Facility 2 NY AVG 6 Rank #97 / 318	1 Facility 1 NY AVG 14.5 Rank #103 / 318	0.3 Facility 0.3 NY AVG 1.6 Rank #115 / 318	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-

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What neighborhood is Sunrise at Mill Basin in?

Sunrise at Mill Basin is in the Mill Basin neighborhood of Brooklyn.

Who is the owner of Sunrise at Mill Basin?

The legal owner and operator of Sunrise at Mill Basin is GWC-Mill Basin, Inc..

Is Sunrise at Mill Basin in a walkable area?

Sunrise at Mill Basin has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How many beds does Sunrise at Mill Basin have?

Sunrise at Mill Basin has 142 beds.

Are there photos of Sunrise at Mill Basin?

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What is the phone number of Sunrise at Mill Basin?

(718) 444-2600 will put you in contact with the team at Sunrise at Mill Basin.

What county is Sunrise at Mill Basin located in?

Sunrise at Mill Basin is in Kings County.

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