The Sunrise Blog

Happy Anniversary, Sunrise Senior Living! On December 5, Sunrise marked an important milestone—40 years since founders Paul and Terry Klaassen opened the doors of their very first community. In starting Sunrise, they not only introduced a new choice for senior care, but created a revolutionary, resident-first approach that would become the industry standard. And now for four decades and counting, Sunrise has been shining bright and lighting the way for countless seniors and their families. 

A message from our new Chief Clinical Officer, Paula Adams. 

Exercise is important at every age. It offers benefits for physical and mental well-being. For older adults, staying active also helps build core strength and protect balance, both of which can lower the risk of falls.

As our nation continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have delayed routine health screenings. For some it was because providers paused nonessential medical appointments prior to an available vaccine. Others were fearful of being exposed to the virus while waiting in small office spaces.

Happy Thanksgiving! Read a message from our Chief Executive Officer, Jack Callison.

There’s no denying the COVID-19 pandemic has had a dramatic impact on people’s lives. And it’s not just fears about our physical health and safety that makes the days so difficult. The emotional rollercoaster we’ve all lived through as the coronavirus surges and recedes has been significant.

Home fires are a concern for households of all ages. And for good reason. According to the National Fire Protection Association, a local fire department in this country responds to one every 24 seconds. Every 85 seconds, one of those fires occurs in a private residence.