Sunrise of Des Peres

Sunrise of Des Peres is a multi-story senior living community in a quiet, suburban neighborhood, offering several types of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, Continuing Care Retirement, and short-term Respite Stays, so seniors can stay as their needs change without having to move out, and the Victorian-style building sits among well-kept gardens with a front porch and rocking chairs, a serene gazebo, and several peaceful outdoor patios with comfortable chairs, umbrellas, and lots of greenery for relaxing outside. The memory care area has a purpose-built, secured building with wander alert bracelets and a computerized system to keep residents safe, which is particularly helpful for those who are at risk of wandering, and the community supports adults living with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia through programs like Reminiscence Therapy, sensory-based activities, and personalized care that focuses on each person's needs for physical safety, comfort, and well-being. Inside, there are spacious suites with kitchenettes, accessible bathrooms with safety bars, and memory care rooms designed with soft lighting and natural light, and residents can gather in inviting living rooms with a fireplace and TV, activities rooms with a piano, arts and crafts center, and meeting room, plus there's also a library, beauty salon, bistro with a jukebox and beverage bar, and outdoor patios with wicker furniture and decorative lamps. Dining offers restaurant-style service with a choice of vegan and international dishes, options for special diets, and private or guest meals, with a chef on staff and a private dining area for celebrations, and care staff are available 24/7, including a nurse on staff, doctor on call, and Designated Care Managers who give individualized support with daily needs like grooming, medication management, diabetic care, incontinence care, help with moving, and reminders, and the facility is licensed as an Intermediate Care Facility, so it covers simple support or complex needs and lets residents age in place even as things change. Housekeeping, laundry, general maintenance, transportation, and parking are provided, and the staff can help with planning for senior care, coordinating hospice care, and providing end-of-life support, and the whole community is pet-friendly for cats and dogs, has many activity programs for social, educational, and leisure needs, and offers religious services with visiting chaplains and devotional programs on-site and off-site. Residents can find many cozy common areas with wide windows that bring in natural light, floral arrangements, and comfortable seating, and the grounds hold peaceful places to walk or sit, lush gardens, and a secure memory care area with charming architecture and a covered entryway, giving the feeling of home while supporting a wide variety of health and support needs as people get older.

Sunrise of Des Peres is managed by Sunrise Senior Living.

Sunrise Senior Living is one of the largest senior care operators in North America, managing over 270 communities across the United States and Canada with approximately 22,000 employees. Founded in 1981 by Paul and Terry Klaassen in Oakton, Virginia, Sunrise pioneered the Victorian mansion-style senior living community design, inspired by Dutch senior care models and European hospitality concepts. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Sunrise offers a comprehensive continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and hospice coordination.

The company's signature memory care programs include Terrace Club Neighborhoods for residents with early to moderate memory loss, and Reminiscence Neighborhoods for those with advanced Alzheimer's and dementia. As an Authorized Validation Organization, Sunrise practices the Validation Method—which they call "exquisite listening"—using empathy-based communication techniques to reduce anxiety and improve quality of life for memory care residents. Their Live With Purpose™ programming engages residents through personalized activities aligned with their interests and life experiences.

Sunrise leverages advanced technology including Sunrise CareConnect, an electronic health record system built on PointClickCare technology that enables real-time documentation, comprehensive health tracking, and remote access for healthcare providers. The Road Home Program offers specialized 30-day transitional care for seniors discharged from hospitals or rehabilitation centers, providing medication management and 24/7 support.

The company has achieved notable sustainability certifications, with facilities earning WELL Health-Safety Rating, WELL Equity Rating, ENERGY STAR® certifications, and LEED Silver designation. Sunrise communities feature Individualized Service Plans, Designated Care Managers, and welcome pets, with many locations maintaining community cats or dogs. After celebrating 40 years in 2021, Sunrise continues its mission to champion quality of life for all seniors through their resident-centered, holistic approach to senior care.