Sunrise at Orchard sits in Littleton, CO, and belongs to the Sunrise Senior Living network, which has worked with older adults since 1981, and you'll find that the building can serve up to 108 residents, mostly those aged 55 and over, and they've set up different care options, so people can live there for assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, respite or short-term stays, independent living, and even hospice if someone needs it, and you'll see that folks with all sorts of needs can move in, whether they're looking for help with daily tasks, support after surgery, or special help for Alzheimer's or dementia in the Reminiscence Program and the Terrace Club, and they even offer Dignity Home Care for companionship and non-medical help at home. Nurses visit monthly, a part-time nurse stays on staff, and you'll see physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy on-site, and there are also podiatrist visits and a focus on wellness all around, especially for those who need more medical support, plus their advanced electronic health records keep health care organized, and if needed, they can arrange hospice support with a focus on comfort and well-being.
The community sits behind a gated entrance with security in mind, and they welcome both dogs and cats, which gives the place a friendly feel, and you'll notice there are indoor and outdoor common areas like a sunroom, a porch, a cozy fireplace lounge, social rooms, a media room, activity rooms, gardens, and fresh flowers scattered throughout to make it feel homey, and outside, the walking paths are well maintained and easy to access for wheelchairs, so it's fitting for people with different mobility needs. Room choices include studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments, suites, semi-private and companion options, all with cable or satellite and emergency call systems, and there are private and shared bathrooms-though all the living areas are non-smoking, you'll want to keep in mind.
Sunrise at Orchard gives residents three meals a day in a restaurant-style dining room, and there's always a 24-hour bistro with snacks for those who prefer something casual, plus private dining rooms for special family meals. Beauty and barber services, weekly housekeeping, laundry, and linen changes are all part of regular life here, and there's parking for residents who drive or for guests that come to visit, and if someone doesn't want to drive, they offer scheduled transportation for errands, outings, shopping, and recreational trips, and even take folks to religious services, which are sometimes held on-site in the devotion room.
Activity and wellness programs run daily with a mix of educational, social, and recreational events, so residents can join classes, fitness groups, outings, or hobby groups, and the staff encourages everyone to take part, which helps keep the community lively, and they're trained to offer 24-hour support with medication, bathing, hygiene, dressing, and any other daily needs. There's extra attention for memory care residents, with secured areas to reduce confusion and help everyone feel safe, and the reminiscence neighborhood is designed for people living with memory loss or challenging behaviors.
Sunrise at Orchard remains smoke-free indoors, and the team responds kindly and quickly to residents' requests, with respect and warmth, whether someone lives alone, in a shared suite, or as part of a group. The place tries to fit many personal preferences, with both male and female only options, and the building is made to be easy to move around for those using wheelchairs or walkers. All in all, the community offers a range of living and care choices, from independent living to memory care and everything between, aiming to create a comfortable, active, and respectful setting where people can spend each day with some peace of mind.