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Sunrise of Arlington MA

Sunrise of Arlington MA is an assisted living and memory care community in Arlington, MA.

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating and ample natural light.
  • Decor

    A cozy, well-lit bedroom with elegant decor and a large window.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with leather furniture and a large window.
  • Building

    A multi-story residential building with a welcoming entrance, surrounded by trees.
  • Architecture

    A modern, multi-story apartment building with a brick and siding exterior.
  • Windows

    A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, adjacent to a kitchen with wood cabinets and a microwave under natural light from large windows.
  • Dining

    A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a small dining area, and minimalist decor.
  • Lighting

    A well-furnished dining room with a large table and elegant chairs, featuring natural light from the windows and tasteful decorations.
  • Seating Area

    A cozy lobby area with wooden flooring and comfortable seating around a counter.
  • Fireplace

    Cozy library with armchairs and a fireplace surrounded by bookshelves.
  • Patio

    A sunny patio with a pergola adorned with hanging plants and outdoor seating.
  • Bathroom

    A tidy bathroom with a sink, mirror, and neatly arranged towels.
  • Television

    A cozy seating area with chairs facing a television and bookshelf, adjacent to a kitchenette.
  • Lobby

    The image shows a spacious lobby area with a reception desk, staircase, and elegant decor.

1395 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 02476

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4.2 from 74 reviews
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Overall Review of Sunrise of Arlington MA

common 22 reviews mention this

Staff care is consistently praised

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as compassionate, respectful, and responsive.

A large share of reviewers say the staff treats residents like people, not just patients, with frequent mentions of warmth, patience, and dignity. Multiple reviews also describe staff communicating with families, coordinating care, and easing stress during difficult transitions, including end-of-life and memory care. Residents and families also point to day-to-day support—everything from welcoming visits to helping with health concerns—as a major reason they feel comfortable.

common 13 reviews mention this

Food and dining feel restaurant-like

Meals are a standout point, with many reviewers praising taste and variety.

Reviewers frequently single out the quality of meals, describing food as delicious, fresh, and well prepared rather than institutional. Several people mention restaurant-style dining and attentive help during mealtimes, along with options that keep diets and preferences in mind. A few reviewers also frame meals as an everyday highlight that supports social time in the dining room.

  • A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, adjacent to a kitchen with wood cabinets and a microwave under natural light from large windows.
  • A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a small dining area, and minimalist decor.
  • A well-furnished dining room with a large table and elegant chairs, featuring natural light from the windows and tasteful decorations.
common 10 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

On-site activities and outings are regularly mentioned as engaging and well organized.

Many reviews describe a steady rhythm of scheduled activities, plus entertainment and resident engagement beyond basic day-to-day routines. Families also mention religious opportunities, educational programming, and arts and crafts, while others highlight outings using community transportation. In memory care, reviewers describe programming designed to fit residents’ needs and preferences, including memory work and games.

common 6 reviews mention this

Grounds and courtyards are a plus

Reviews often point to the outdoor spaces as pleasant and calming.

Several reviewers mention the garden courtyard and back garden as places residents can walk, relax, and connect with nature. Others describe the grounds as well kept and a helpful part of daily life, especially for residents who like to spend time outside. A few also connect the location and nearby paths with opportunities for walks and getting out around Arlington.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Communication and staffing vary

Some families report communication gaps or inconsistent staffing during care needs.

While many reviewers describe strong support, a smaller group raises concerns about responsiveness, particularly around communication about loved ones’ situations. Others describe times when staffing felt insufficient, including help with mornings or bedtimes, and note that this created stress for families. There are also complaints about how information was handled during urgent situations, including inconsistent updates and difficulty getting promised conversations to happen.

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Features

Housing

  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Continuing learning programs Continuing learning programs
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Family private dining rooms Family private dining rooms
  • 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
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • 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
  • On-site market On-site market
  • Organic food and ingredients Organic food and ingredients
  • 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
  • Religious/meditation center Religious/meditation center
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Gen Edw L Logan International (10 miles away) Gen Edw L Logan International (10 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 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
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Respite program Respite program
  • 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
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • 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

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Arlington, Massachusetts, offers convenient access to pharmacies, parks, places of worship, hospitals, physicians, restaurants, transportation options, theaters, and cafes. With several pharmacies located within a short distance, residents can easily access medication and healthcare supplies. The nearby parks provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Places of worship offer spiritual community connections while hospitals and physicians ensure access to quality healthcare services. A variety of dining options cater to different tastes and preferences. Transportation options make getting around the area easy for seniors without a car. The nearby theaters offer entertainment options for those interested in movies or live performances, and the cafes provide cozy spaces to enjoy a cup of coffee or a meal with friends. Overall, this area of Arlington provides a well-rounded living environment with amenities that cater to the needs and interests of seniors.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.1 miles)

Parks

  • Rindge Park (0.5 miles)
  • Mary Cummings Park (3.8 miles)
  • Prospect Hill Park (3.9 miles)
  • Grove-Cedar Bike Path (4.1 miles)
  • Tufts Park (4.3 miles)
  • Sheepfold, Middlesex Fells Reservation (4.5 miles)
  • John M. Devir Park (5.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Agnes Parish-Arlington (2 miles)
  • Our Lady's Church (2.4 miles)
  • St Paul Parish, Harvard Square (5.2 miles)
  • Parish of the Messiah (6.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • McLean Hospital (2.2 miles)
  • Lahey Clinic (4.2 miles)
  • Mount Auburn Hospital (4.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Lahey Lexington (2.4 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (3.7 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (4.2 miles)
  • Lahey Clinic Ophthalmology (4.3 miles)
  • Laser Gentle Medical Spa (4.5 miles)
  • Fresenius Medical Care (4.8 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (5.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Burger King (3.5 miles)
  • Pizzi Farm Market & Deli (3.6 miles)
  • La Saison Bakery (3.7 miles)
  • Sofra Bakery & Cafe (3.9 miles)
  • Semolina Kitchen & Bar (3.9 miles)
  • The Cheesecake Factory (4.1 miles)
  • The Brickyard (4.2 miles)

Transportation

  • MBTA Davis Square Station (3.8 miles)
  • Porter Square MBTA Station (4.3 miles)
  • MBTA Union Square Station (5.7 miles)
  • Wellington Station (5.8 miles)
  • Hanscom Field (BED) (6 miles)
  • Assembly Station (6 miles)
  • Sullivan Square Station (6.4 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Burlington Cinema 1 (4.2 miles)
  • Cinema World Majestic 7 (4.6 miles)
  • AMC Assembly Row 12 (5.8 miles)
  • Kendall Square Cinema (6.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Pressed Cafe (4.3 miles)
  • Cafe Rustica (4.5 miles)
  • Forge Baking Company (4.8 miles)
  • Flour Bakery + Cafe (4.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)
  • Tatte Bakery & Cafe (5.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.6 miles)

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