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Sunrise Assisted Living of Fair Oaks

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight compassionate and long-tenured care staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

4820 Hazel Ave, Fair Oaks, CA 9562874 bedsLicensed & Active
Google rating
4.9/5

based on 55 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice for families seeking a warm, home-like environment with a highly experienced and compassionate staff. While the dining and cleanliness are standout features, you should verify the current stability of the management team following recent reports of internal friction.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

55 reviews on Google
Sunrise Assisted Living of Fair Oaks is highly regarded by families for its warm, family-like atmosphere and a long-tenured staff that provides compassionate, personalized care. While most reviewers praise the cleanliness and the high quality of the dining experience, one recent reviewer raised serious concerns regarding management changes and staff professionalism.

Quality Themes

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Food9.0Staff9.0Clean10.0Activities8.0MedsN/AMemory9.0Comms9.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and long-tenured care staff
  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Upscale dining experience with attentive service
  • Strong focus on resident dignity and independence

Concerns

  • Recent management changes and staff unprofessionalism

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

73%response rate
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The owner relies heavily on a small set of pre-written templates that are copy-pasted across various reviews. While the responses are polite, they often use identical phrasing regardless of the specific details mentioned in the review.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about the dining experience here; could you tell us more about how the meal service is structured and how much input residents have in the menu?
  • 2The facility looks incredibly well-maintained; what is your routine for ensuring the common areas and resident rooms stay clean and comfortable?
  • 3With the recent transitions in leadership, how is the facility working to ensure that the high standard of professional service and staff culture remains consistent?
  • 4Since we value independence, how do you balance providing necessary support with encouraging residents to maintain their own daily routines and dignity?
  • 5What is the protocol for handling medical emergencies or sudden changes in health during the overnight hours?
  • 6We'd love to hear more about the social calendar—what are some of the favorite daily activities or outings that the residents currently enjoy?

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Key Review Excerpts

The dining experience feels upscale, with tablecloths, cloth napkins, and delicious food. The staff are patient, caring, and attentive, and it’s clear that the residents are in very good hands.

Local Guide/Visitor · 2025★★★★★

The care she received there was nothing short of phenomenal. The care givers were always respectful, compassionate and excellent at their tasks.

Long-term resident's family · 2023★★★★★

There was an emergency situation with my Mom and I had to get her in somewhere quickly. Sunrise management was extremely helpful and welcoming to myself and my Mom.

New resident's family · 2021★★★★★
Source: 55 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: CA Community Care Licensing Division

13total
6 Type A— immediate health risk
10 Type B— non-compliance
Clean record— no deficiencies found
Mar 24, 2026Inspection
Clean

The inspection was conducted to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. The analyst observed that the facility was properly furnished, the bathrooms were sanitary, and necessary safety equipment like smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were in place. No deficiencies were cited during this visit.

Jan 13, 2026Other
Clean

The facility underwent a Case Management visit to follow up on incident reports from December 2025. The Licensing Program Analyst reviewed records for the resident (R1) and requested pertinent documents. No deficiencies were cited as a result of this visit.

Apr 23, 2025Complaint
Clean

The inspection report details findings from a complaint investigation, which resulted in the substantiation of medication mismanagement allegations. Two Type A deficiencies were cited related to medication administration and discrepancies found during the count. The facility was assessed a civil penalty for a repeat violation.

Mar 26, 2025Inspection
Clean

The inspection was a Required 1 Year visit conducted on March 26, 2025. The facility was observed to have adequate supplies and safety measures in place, but one deficiency was cited regarding staff training compliance. This deficiency is classified as Type B, indicating a potential risk that requires correction.

Oct 16, 2024Complaint
Clean

The inspection was conducted as a Case Management visit following observations of multiple falls sustained by a resident. The primary deficiency cited relates to the facility's failure to report these falls to the licensing agency in a timely manner, violating reporting requirements. Both citations are classified as Type B, indicating non-compliance that requires corrective action.

Oct 16, 2024Other
Clean

The inspection was conducted as a Case Management visit following observations of multiple falls sustained by a resident. The primary deficiency cited relates to the facility's failure to report these falls to the licensing agency in a timely manner, violating reporting requirements. Both citations are classified as Type B, indicating non-compliance that requires corrective action.

Sep 25, 2024Complaint
Clean

This complaint investigation found the allegation regarding staff mismanagement of resident medication to be SUBSTANTIATED. Multiple deficiencies were cited, including failures related to assisting with medication administration and improper storage of centrally kept medications. All cited deficiencies are classified as Type A, indicating immediate health and safety risks.

Jan 31, 2024Other
Clean

The facility underwent an annual continuation visit conducted by the LPA. The inspector noted that the first aid kit was maintained and that medication storage was secure and locked away. Overall, no deficiencies were cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Fair Oak Assisted Lvg; Sunrise Senior Living Mgt

Administrator

SPURLOCK, LAURIE

Source: State licensing data

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