Sunrise of Summit

    26 River Rd, Summit, NJ 07901
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Compassionate staff and beautiful community

    I'm very pleased - Allison Riccardelli, DeeDee and the nurses/aides were professional, compassionate and consistently went above and beyond, giving our family real peace of mind. The community is beautiful, spotless and home-like with great meals, abundant activities and a warm, family-like atmosphere where residents thrive. Efficient, attentive staff and supportive administrators made a challenging transition much easier; I'd recommend this caring team.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Accept incoming residents on hospice
    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Hospice waiver
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program
    • Respite program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Internet
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Dementia waiver
    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor patio
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.72·(40)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.6
    • Staff

      4.7
    • Meals

      3.7
    • Amenities

      4.9
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate, attentive caregiving staff
    • Home-like, family atmosphere
    • Well-maintained, modern facility
    • Robust activities and social programming
    • Frequent special events (art shows, holiday celebrations)
    • Social dining and communal meals
    • Strong nursing and therapy support
    • Efficient move-in and care-coordination assistance
    • Clean, spotless common areas
    • Long-tenured, consistent caregiving teams

    Cons

    • Inconsistent administrative responsiveness
    • Billing and invoicing errors
    • Variable staff competence and reliability
    • Limited safe outdoor walking areas
    • Pricing increases and limited transparency on costs
    • Occasional gaps between promised and delivered activity engagement

    Summary of reviews

    Sunrise of Summit is presented repeatedly as a modern, well-kept assisted living community with a strong emphasis on social life and a family-like atmosphere. The physical environment is consistently described as bright, new or recently renovated, and meticulously maintained; the memory-care neighborhood is frequently singled out as attractive relative to alternatives. For families seeking an active, community-oriented residence with frequent events and communal dining, the facility appears to offer extensive programming and an environment that many residents find stimulating.

    Care quality and staff interactions are among the facility's most commonly cited strengths. Reviewers emphasize compassionate, attentive caregivers, long-tenured staff, and clinical supports such as nursing and physical therapy. Several comments describe staff who go above and beyond routine duties, and admissions or care-coordination staff are often praised for making transitions smoother. At the same time, there are recurring statements indicating variability in day-to-day staff performance and occasional concerns about responsiveness; this suggests that while many residents receive consistent, high-quality attention, families should assess current staffing patterns and shift coverage during their visits.

    Dining and activities are generally highlighted as positive contributors to resident quality of life. Many accounts note social dining, a variety of engaging groups, and special events (art shows, holiday gatherings) that foster camaraderie. A minority of remarks express dissatisfaction with meal quality or the level of engagement for certain residents; these point to inconsistency in culinary experience and programming reach rather than a complete absence of offerings.

    Facility features and safety: the building and common areas are widely described as clean, chic, and well-maintained. However, an operational limitation mentioned more than once is the lack of a clearly safe outdoor walking area, which may affect residents who value frequent, secure outdoor ambulation. Prospective residents should evaluate outdoor accessibility and on-site mobility supports relative to their needs.

    Management and administrative practices show mixed impressions. Specific admissions staff and care-coordination personnel receive strong praise for responsiveness and organization, yet broader administrative responsiveness, billing accuracy, and clarity about pricing have been identified as problem areas. Families should confirm billing procedures, obtain written cost estimates, and clarify policies on final invoices to reduce the likelihood of post-move financial disputes.

    Overall, Sunrise of Summit appears to be a strong option for individuals seeking an active, socially rich assisted-living environment with attentive caregiving and modern facilities. The most consistent caveats relate to administrative consistency, billing transparency, and occasional variability in staff performance and activity engagement. Recommended steps for prospective families: tour during active program hours to observe staff–resident interaction, ask for current staffing ratios and turnover data, request sample menus and activity calendars, and obtain a detailed, written fee schedule and discharge/final-bill process before committing.

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    Location

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    Sunrise of Summit is located at 26 River Rd, Summit, NJ, 07901.

    About Sunrise of Summit

    Sunrise of Summit sits at 26 River Road in Summit, NJ, and for over 35 years the staff have supported older adults with different needs right in one place, so if someone needs independent living, assisted living, memory care, or even skilled nursing, Sunrise of Summit has all those care options, and the staff stay on site all the time, ready to help with things like bathing, dressing, and medication management, while the building feels modern and cheerful with common living rooms, sitting areas, and a model apartment that has both a kitchen and a bathroom, and there's a cinema for movies and a salon for getting hair done. The community does have programs made special for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia, including something called the Reminiscence Program and the Terrace Club, and their memory care wing was built with those needs in mind, using the latest research in aging to keep care up to date. Residents get a personalized care plan so each person gets the help they need most, and the care team pays close attention to residents' wellness and habits, making little changes if needed, while the grounds are kept nice for walks and outdoor gatherings, and the housekeeping and home maintenance teams give people more time to do fun things or join in with the community's activities. Meal times, floor plans, social events, and even the chance for short-term stays or hospice care are all offered, and there's Dignity Home Care services too, while the staff focus on creating a safe and welcoming environment for everyone, especially those who need extra help, and people can schedule a tour to see how Sunrise of Summit works in real life, but there's not much more specific information about what daily life is like. Sunrise of Summit is part of Sunrise Senior Living, which is known for making each person's experience as personalized as possible, with different types of rooms and programs to meet each person's stage of life, so if someone wants a place where they can get more care as their needs change, this is one of the places that tries to provide that kind of support.

    About Sunrise Senior Living

    Sunrise of Summit 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.

    People often ask...

    Sunrise of Summit offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,914 per month.

    Sunrise of Summit offers assisted living and memory care.

    There are 54 photos of Sunrise of Summit on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 26 River Rd, Summit, NJ 07901.

    No, Sunrise of Summit does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In New Jersey, the Department of Health licenses assisted living residences and posts the results of its routine inspections and investigations.

    License numberNJ20A014
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Residence
    Capacity97 residents
    LicenseeSUMMIT OPCO, LLC
    Care servedMs. Courtney Catrone
    ExpiresSeptember 30th, 2026
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    Inspection Reports

    3

    Reports

    0

    Type A Citations

    1

    Type B Citations

    0

    Complaints

    2

    Years

    28 Oct 2025Inspection
    Found multiple deficiencies related to medication security, service planning, and fire safety. These included unlocked medication storage, incomplete service plan reviews, and several fire safety oversights.
    • 8:36-3.4(a)(1)Administrator's Responsibilities
    • 8:36-7.3(a)General and Health Service Plans
    • 8:36-11.7(a)(1)Storage and Control of Medications
    • 8:36-14.3(c)Drills and Tests
    • 8:36-16.5(b)Automatic Fire Detection System
    • 8:36-16.6Fire Suppression Systems
    • 8:36-16.15(a)Fire Extinguisher Specifications
    • 8:36-17.1(a)Provision of Services
    07 Oct 2025Inspection
    Determined not in substantial compliance due to deficiencies in medication administration and resident rights, with multiple examples of mismanagement and documentation issues.
    • Type B8:36-11.4(b)Administration of Medications
    30 May 2024Inspection
    Identified deficiencies in resident records due to inconsistent documentation of assessments and treatments, with missing initials and incomplete daily task logs.
    • 8:36-15.6(b)Resident Records

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