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Sunrise of Dresher

Sunrise of Dresher is an assisted living and memory care community in Dresher, PA.

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  • Interior

    A small meeting room with a television and arranged chairs.
  • Decor

    A cozy living area with bookshelves, a table, chairs, and sofas, featuring large windows and warm decor.
  • Living Room

    Elegant living room with a grand piano and classic furniture.
  • Building

    Exterior view of Sunrise Senior Living facility with signage and landscaped surroundings.
  • Architecture

    A scenic outdoor area featuring a building, lush greenery, and a winding pathway leading to a patio with umbrellas.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy interior featuring a bedroom and a living room with comfortable furniture and decor.
  • Trees

    A serene outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, shaded by large umbrellas and surrounded by lush greenery.
  • Windows

    A formal dining room with a long table, elegant chairs, and a chandelier.
  • Dining

    A cozy kitchen and dining area with wooden cabinets and modern appliances.
  • Landscaping

    A large and elegant residential building with well-maintained landscaping and a circular driveway.
  • Kitchen

    A bright kitchen with wooden cabinets and a connected dining area.
  • Lighting

    A cozy cafe interior with a wooden counter and comfortable seating, adorned with flowers.
  • Garden

    A well-maintained pathway meanders through a residential area lined with trees and greenery.
  • Seating Area

    A well-furnished living room featuring elegant seating and a grand piano.

1650 Susquehanna Road, Dresher, PA 19025

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4.1 from 104 reviews
5 stars
66
4 stars
17
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Sunrise of Dresher Costs & Pricing

Sunrise of Dresher presents a range of pricing options that reflect its premium services and offerings within the assisted living sector. For a two-bedroom unit, residents can expect to pay $4,800, which is competitively priced compared to Montgomery County's average of $4,962 and notably higher than Pennsylvania's statewide average of $4,242. The semi-private room rate at Sunrise is $5,430, surpassing both the county's average of $4,587 and the state's lower rate of $3,542. Studio apartments are priced at $6,780 - substantially above Montgomery County's average ($4,393) and Pennsylvania's statewide figure ($3,737). Finally, for those seeking one-bedroom accommodations at Sunrise of Dresher, the cost is set at $7,470; this also exceeds both local and state averages significantly (Montgomery County: $4,619; Pennsylvania: $4,006). Overall, while Sunrise of Dresher's rates are higher than surrounding averages in both the county and state levels, they reflect the enhanced lifestyle and personalized care that residents receive in this esteemed community.

Floor plansSunrise of DresherMontgomery CountyPennsylvania
2 Bedrooms$4,800$4,962$4,242
Semi-Private$5,430$4,587$3,542
Studio$6,780$4,393$3,737
1 Bedroom$7,470$4,619$4,006

Overall Review of Sunrise of Dresher

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Staff feels friendly and responsive

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as kind and responsive.

Across many reviews, people talk about staff being friendly, caring, and attentive to requests. Multiple families also mention how helpful the team was during move-in and transitions, including hospice situations. A few reviews are sharply negative about responsiveness and communication, but the overall theme in the positive accounts is strong interpersonal support.

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Clean rooms and facility upkeep

Many reviews highlight cleanliness and ongoing facility upkeep.

Several residents and family members describe the community as clean, well maintained, and cared for. Some reviews also point to details like room upkeep and regular cleaning of shared spaces. There are also a small number of complaints about hygiene and cleanliness when care needs increase, which stands out against the broader positive descriptions.

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Dining is a major strength

Dining draws frequent praise for variety and quality.

Many reviews say the food is good and that there are enough choices to keep meals satisfying. Families also mention the dining room and the convenience of having meals provided on-site, and one review describes enjoying special meals like Thanksgiving. A couple of reviews criticize the food, but overall the dining experience is one of the most consistently positive day-to-day points residents raise.

  • A cozy kitchen and dining area with wooden cabinets and modern appliances.
  • A cozy cafe interior with a wooden counter and comfortable seating, adorned with flowers.
  • A formal dining room with a long table, elegant chairs, and a chandelier.
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Activities keep residents engaged

Residents commonly describe an active schedule with daily options.

Reviews frequently mention planned activities happening throughout the day, with opportunities for residents to join in without pressure. Families also describe entertainment and community programming, including outings and day trips. The community’s activity mix is broad in the way it’s described, ranging from fitness and educational speakers to devotional and arts-related events.

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Pricing is high and fee-structured

Pricing is a recurring concern, with confusing or escalating charges mentioned in reviews.

Multiple reviews describe the overall cost as expensive and note that charges can rise based on the type or level of care needed. Some families also say the billing structure was hard to understand or that care-related charges continued even when their loved one was away from the building. Even among positive reviews, affordability still comes up as a caution, reinforcing that cost planning is a key consideration here.

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Memory care needs attention and staffing

Care for dementia and memory needs is praised by some families but described as inconsistent in others.

Several reviews specifically call out the memory care floor and describe it as caring and supportive for residents with dementia. Others say they would only recommend the facility if they were willing to pay more, and a few describe staffing or assistance not matching what was promised. Taken together, reviewers’ experiences suggest that memory care can be a strong fit for some families, but the level of day-to-day support may vary depending on timing and the resident’s needs.

How we summarize

We summarize when many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 105 resident community capacity 105 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

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
  • Continuing learning programs Continuing learning programs
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • 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
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • 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
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Philadelphia International (19 miles away) Philadelphia International (19 miles away)
  • Trenton-Mercer County (21 miles away) Trenton-Mercer County (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)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Accept incoming residents on hospice Accept incoming residents on hospice
  • 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
  • High acuity care High acuity 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
  • 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

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • 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
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in the quiet and quaint town of Dresher, Pennsylvania, this neighborhood offers a variety of amenities that cater to the needs of seniors. With multiple pharmacies, restaurants offering diverse cuisine options, reputable physicians' offices, beautiful parks for leisurely strolls, cozy cafes for socializing with friends, convenient transportation options for easy access to nearby areas, top-notch hospitals for medical care, and entertainment venues including theaters just a short drive away. Places of worship are also within reach for spiritual fulfillment. This area provides a balanced mix of essential services and recreational opportunities that make it an ideal choice for seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient place to call home.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.1 miles)
  • Eric's Rx Shoppe (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A (1.7 miles)
  • Brick & Barrel (2.5 miles)
  • Red Stallion (4.7 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (5 miles)
  • Blue Bell Inn (5 miles)
  • McDonald's (5.3 miles)
  • Taco Bell (5.5 miles)

Physicians

  • AMS Cardiology (1.8 miles)
  • Hatboro Medical Associates (4.4 miles)
  • Mid Atlantic Retina (6.1 miles)
  • Schwarz Dermatology (6.5 miles)
  • Simms Hank Md Albert Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia (7.6 miles)
  • Kressly Pediatrics (7.8 miles)
  • Central Bucks Family Practice (8.9 miles)

Parks

  • Homested Park (2.5 miles)
  • Windlestrae Park (6.9 miles)
  • Champion Park Playground (7.1 miles)
  • Stony Creek Sports Park (7.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Backyard Beans Coffee (2.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.1 miles)
  • Pilgrim Roasters (8.8 miles)
  • The Landing Kitchen (9.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Ambler Station (2.8 miles)
  • SEPTA Jenkintown-Wyncote Station (4 miles)
  • Septa Warminster Train Stn (5.6 miles)
  • Stenton Station (5.8 miles)
  • Septa Wayne Junction Station (8.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Abington Hospital, Widener Building (3.2 miles)
  • Abington Memorial Hospital (3.2 miles)
  • Chestnut Hill Emergency Room (5 miles)
  • Holy Redeemer Hospital (5.3 miles)
  • Fox Chase Cancer Center (6.6 miles)
  • Albert Einstein Employee Health Center (7.5 miles)
  • Jefferson Lansdale Hospital (9 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC 309 Cinema 9 (5.2 miles)
  • Regal Warrington Crossing Screenx, 4Dx, Imax & RPX (5.2 miles)
  • AMC Plymouth Meeting Mall 12 (6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Neshaminy Warwick Presbyterian Church (7.2 miles)
  • Mary Mother of the Redeemer (7.8 miles)
  • New Beginnings Church (8.8 miles)

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