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Sunrise of Palo Alto

Sunrise of Palo Alto is an assisted living and memory care community in Palo Alto, CA.

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  • Interior

    A pet-friendly hotel room featuring a sink, mini refrigerator, and a dog bed.
  • Decor

    A well-arranged dining room with elegant table settings and comfortable seating.
  • Living Room

    Cozy living room corner with armchairs, a side table, and artwork.
  • Building

    A modern apartment building with a landscaped front entrance and clear blue skies.
  • Architecture

    A multi-story residential apartment building with a modern design, surrounded by greenery and a clear blue sky.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with elegant bedding, a bedside lamp, and a window offering a scenic view.
  • Trees

    A modern apartment building surrounded by trees under a clear blue sky.
  • Windows

    A cozy sunroom featuring rattan chairs and a wooden floor, with large windows offering ample natural light.
  • Dining

    A communal dining and activity space with wooden chairs and an exercise ball.
  • Landscaping

    A modern residential building with landscaped gardens and a welcoming entrance.
  • Kitchen

    A warm and inviting kitchen with wooden cabinetry and a cozy dining space.
  • Lighting

    A well-decorated dining room with a wooden table, leather chairs, artwork on the wall, and elegant lighting.
  • Garden

    A cozy outdoor patio setting with a round table, chairs, and a large umbrella.
  • Seating Area

    A cozy sunroom with wicker furniture and large windows allowing natural light to fill the space.

2701 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

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4.2 from 46 reviews
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Sunrise of Palo Alto Costs & Pricing

Sunrise of Palo Alto offers a range of accommodations at premium price points that reflect its high-quality services and amenities. The costs for a semi-private room are $8,880 per month, significantly above the Santa Clara County average of $3,943 and the California state average of $3,333. For those seeking more privacy, a studio is priced at $10,710, which is notably higher than the county's $5,155 and the state's $4,145. Additionally, a one-bedroom unit is available for $12,750 per month - again surpassing both local and statewide figures, with Santa Clara County averaging $5,861 and California averaging $4,340. These rates indicate that Sunrise of Palo Alto positions itself as a premium option within its market segment, catering to residents who prioritize exceptional care in a vibrant community setting.

Floor plansSunrise of Palo AltoSanta Clara CountyCalifornia
Semi-Private$8,880$3,943$3,333
Studio$10,710$5,155$4,145
1 Bedroom$12,750$5,861$4,340

Overall Review of Sunrise of Palo Alto

common 26 reviews mention this

Kind, responsive staff stands out

Residents and families consistently describe staff as kind, helpful, and responsive.

Across many reviews, people say the staff is friendly and goes out of their way during tours, move-in, and day-to-day support. Several also mention feeling comfortable because caregivers were attentive and communication felt supportive. Even when reviews are critical, they still call out care managers as a strong point.

common 9 reviews mention this

Dining quality is a mixed signal

Dining earns praise for selection and quality, but some residents report problems.

Some families describe the meals as good quality, with a dining setup they viewed positively and even mention diet-related variety. Others say dining room service and food did not meet expectations, including one review describing food as poor and another criticizing dining during normal times. There are also comments about a dedicated family dining option for reservable gatherings.

  • A well-arranged dining room with elegant table settings and comfortable seating.
  • A communal dining and activity space with wooden chairs and an exercise ball.
  • A neatly arranged dining room with a glass table, surrounded by wooden chairs and adorned with framed art on the walls.
caveat 8 reviews mention this

Care responsiveness varies by review

Some residents describe missed or delayed help when care is needed.

Several reviews raise concerns about staffing levels and responsiveness, including reports of emergencies where help did not arrive promptly. Others describe care managers as doing exceptional work while still pointing to being overworked or understaffed. A few reviews also recommend families verify the care level and make sure promised support is delivered.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Memory care fit is a concern

Some families say the setup did not match their loved one’s cognitive needs.

At least one review explicitly cautions about sending a loved one who needs more attention but is not a fit for their memory care floor, saying Palo Alto lacked a solution that exists at other locations. At the same time, some families describe positive support for early memory-related changes and mention being assigned to a consistent caregiver team. Another review involving advanced Alzheimer’s describes a beautiful setting and management flexibility, but also notes staffing shortages that limited attention.

common 12 reviews mention this

Location and spaces feel convenient

Many reviews highlight the location and well-kept common spaces.

Several families mention the area being convenient for restaurants, shopping, parks, and medical care, and some specifically cite proximity to Stanford-related healthcare. Reviews also frequently describe the facility as clean, bright, and in good condition, with multiple spaces to spend time. A few reviews add practical details like easy parking and a secure environment for residents.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Pricing feels out of reach

Multiple reviews describe the community as very expensive.

Some families say the pricing was beyond their budget, even while calling the facility attractive and well appointed. One review also references a refund request tied to fees after a resident passed away. Overall, the recurring theme is cost pressure, with several mentions that affordability remains a deciding factor.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 97 resident community capacity 97 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Located close to restaurants Located close to restaurants
  • Located close to shopping centers Located close to shopping centers
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor patio Outdoor patio
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Security gate Security gate
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • San Jose International (12 miles away) San Jose International (12 miles away)
  • San Francisco International (19 miles away) San Francisco International (19 miles away)
  • Metropolitan Oakland International (21 miles away) Metropolitan Oakland International (21 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Book club Book club
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Pet-focused programs Pet-focused programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Palo Alto, California, offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for senior living. With several reputable physicians and hospitals within close proximity, residents have easy access to quality healthcare services. Additionally, the presence of pharmacies nearby ensures that medications can be easily obtained. The abundance of parks in the area provides opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Various cafes and restaurants offer a variety of dining options, catering to different tastes and preferences. The availability of public transportation options such as Caltrain stations also makes it convenient for seniors to get around the area without needing a car. Overall, this part of Palo Alto provides a well-rounded and accessible environment for senior living.

Physicians

  • Bay IVF Center (0.7 miles)
  • Encina Building, Palo Alto Medical Foundation (1.5 miles)
  • Anesthesiology: Palo Alto Center: Palo Alto Medical Foundation (1.5 miles)
  • Stanford Otolaryngology (2.1 miles)
  • Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine, Alex Dimitriu, MD (3.2 miles)
  • Menlo Medical Clinic in Menlo Park - 1300 Crane (3.2 miles)
  • CCRM Fertility of San Francisco (4.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Wildseed (1.3 miles)
  • Telefèric Barcelona (1.4 miles)
  • Gott's Roadside (1.4 miles)
  • Shake Shack (2 miles)
  • Bazille (2 miles)
  • True Food Kitchen (2.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.7 miles)

Parks

  • Mitchell Park (1.5 miles)
  • Baylands Nature Preserve (3 miles)
  • Shoreline Park & Lake (3 miles)
  • Stevenson Park (3.5 miles)
  • Evandale Park (4.6 miles)
  • Red Morton Community Park (6.1 miles)
  • Magical Bridge Playground (6.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Verve Coffee Roasters (1.8 miles)
  • HanaHaus (1.9 miles)
  • Blue Bottle Coffee (1.9 miles)
  • Café Venetia (1.9 miles)
  • Boba Bliss (2.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.5 miles)
  • Coffeebar (6.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Hoover Pavilion (1.9 miles)
  • Lucile Packard Children's Hospital (1.9 miles)
  • Stanford Health Care (1.9 miles)
  • Stanford Hospital (2 miles)
  • Reproductive Medicine Associates of Northern California | RMANORCAL (2.4 miles)
  • VA Medical Center-Menlo Park (3.1 miles)
  • El Camino Hospital (5.1 miles)

Theaters

  • ShowPlace ICON at San Antonio Centre (2.2 miles)
  • AMC DINE-IN Sunnyvale 12 & IMAX (7 miles)

Transportation

  • Mountain View Caltrain Station (4.2 miles)
  • U-Haul Moving & Storage (4.8 miles)
  • Redwood City Caltrain Station (6.5 miles)
  • Sunnyvale Caltrain Station (6.9 miles)

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