Sunrise of Louisville is a senior living community located in Louisville, Kentucky that specializes in memory care for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The facility is designed specifically to support the unique needs associated with memory loss and cognitive impairment. Residents are provided with individualized care plans tailored to their medical and personal requirements, and supported by a range of care staff including nurses and specialized caregivers. The community also accepts residents with psychiatric issues and provides services in both English and Spanish.
The care and medical support at Sunrise of Louisville include 12-16 hour daily on-site nursing coverage. Residents have access to medication management, diabetes care, ambulatory care, incontinence care, hospice support, and physical therapy services, all coordinated around individual needs. The health services also extend to vision and dental care, and there is a therapy room available for various therapies. A Wander Guard or similar security system is implemented to help prevent unsafe wandering for residents with memory impairment. For personal care, assistance is available with all major activities of daily living: residents can receive full assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting, and some physical assistance with eating. Laundry and dry-cleaning services are provided to help maintain personal hygiene and care standards, although some families have raised issues with missing items and laundering practices.
A variety of amenities are offered to promote resident engagement and wellness. The facility features clubs and community groups aimed at fostering social interaction, mental wellness programs, yoga sessions, and a barber/beauty salon for grooming needs. Religious support, including access to Catholic services, is available to meet the spiritual needs of residents. Sunrise of Louisville is equipped with spaces and programming specifically designed to accommodate individuals with memory loss, ensuring safety and stimulation. There are transportation arrangements for non-medical outings or errands, which can assist residents in accessing community events or services off-campus.
Resident and family reviews reflect a range of experiences. Many praise Sunrise of Louisville’s home-like environment, cleanliness, daily activities, personal attention, quality of food, and communication with families. Several families report satisfaction with the compassionate, individualized, and responsive care from staff, especially within the memory care program. However, there are recurring concerns regarding management, particularly about communication, lost belongings, resident hygiene, billing issues, and staffing—especially related to certified nurse aides (CNAs) and supervision levels. High staff turnover and reports of a challenging workplace culture are also noted, impacting consistency in care delivery. Prospective residents and families are encouraged to maintain diligent communication with management to address concerns promptly. As of spring 2024, there have been no major recent updates regarding renovations or service changes at this facility. All information is current as per publicly available data from Sunrise Senior Living and senior care resource directories.
Costs at this community start at $2,750 and range up to $4,747. The average price in the community is $4,440, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,859. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.