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Sunrise of Wayland

285 Commonwealth Road, Wayland, MA 01778

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Sunrise of Wayland

I’d rate this a 4 out of 5 overall, mainly because the food doesn’t always align with my mom’s dietary needs. That said, I understand accommodations can only go so far. The leadership team is generally attentive, and several of the CNAs have been especially kind and caring. One thing I appreciate is their policy of responding to wristband calls within seven minutes, which they’ve been consistent about. The only ongoing inconvenience is that, since I usually visit after work when the doors are locked, it can sometimes take several minutes for someone to let me in or out. I do wish there were a more efficient secure entry system for visitors, but I still prefer this over having unrestricted access at all hours. Overall, it’s a much better environment than a traditional nursing home. It feels far less clinical and depressing — more comfortable and welcoming.

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About the facility

In beautiful, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care 24 hours a day/7 days a week and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living services. From assistance with activities of daily living such as eating, bathing, dressing to medication monitoring, we provide residents with the help they need. Residents maintain the same privacy in their new home as they enjoyed in their own home. At Sunrise, we encourage residents to challenge themselves while offering the assistance they need. We encourage family and friends to be involved, to visit frequently, and to invite residents on outings to community events. This innovative approach to senior care is designed to maintain independence and dignity, yet is balanced with the comfort and security that comes from knowing experienced help is close at hand.

Senior living options offered

  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care

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Amenities

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Healthcare Services

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • High Acuity Care
  • Memory Care
  • Incontinence Care

Meals & Dining

  • No Sugar
  • Vegetarian
  • Room Service
  • Low / No Sodium

Room Amenities

  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Garden View
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Air Conditioned
  • Kitchenette

Community Amenities

On-site dining options

  • Private Dining Room
  • Café or Bistro

Transportation & parking

  • Uncovered Parking
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available

Pets

  • Dogs Allowed
  • Cats Allowed

Common areas

  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Barber Shop
  • Outside Patio
  • Beauty Salon

Recreational areas

  • Game Room
  • Piano or Organ
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Arts and Crafts Center

Services

  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping

Languages spoken

  • French
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Polish

Activities

  • Catholic Services
  • Walking Club
  • Activities Off-site
  • Pet-focused Programs

Reviews

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8.9 out of 10
Review Score28 reviewsWrite a review
Overall Experience
4.3
Cleanliness
4.2
Friendliness
4.3
Care Services
4.3
Staff
4.3
Meals & Dining
4.0
Activities
4.0
Value for Cost
4.1

A Place for Mom has scored Sunrise of Wayland with 8.9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Sunrise of Wayland has 28 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.3 out of 5.

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Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

May 29, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Sunrise of Wayland

I’d rate this a 4 out of 5 overall, mainly because the food doesn’t always align with my mom’s dietary needs. That said, I understand accommodations can only go so far. The leadership team is generally attentive, and several of the CNAs have been especially kind and caring. One thing I appreciate is their policy of responding to wristband calls within seven minutes, which they’ve been consistent about. The only ongoing inconvenience is that, since I usually visit after work when the doors are locked, it can sometimes take several minutes for someone to let me in or out. I do wish there were a more efficient secure entry system for visitors, but I still prefer this over having unrestricted access at all hours. Overall, it’s a much better environment than a traditional nursing home. It feels far less clinical and depressing — more comfortable and welcoming.

Paul L

Assisted Living

Family/friend

August 6, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Incredible people

I have suggested several people move here, and I haven’t regretted it once. This is the only assisted living you want in Wayland to move your loved one to. From the administration staff to the CNA’s I trust them deeply and thankful for everything they do

Anonymous

Memory Care

Family/friend

July 1, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Quality care

Memory Care Staff is quite attentive & patient. Aunt is now in a shared room - plenty of space. She enjoys the food & some activities.

Robin U

Assisted Living

Family/friend

October 8, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Very Impressed

My mom actually ended up in a skilled nurse setting but for the short time she was at Sunrise of Wayland I would give all categories a 5 without hesitation. I think they're wonderful in every way and we're sad mom couldn't stay there but heart rate and blood pressure issues required more care and she is now in a skilled care nursing home.

Tim C.

Assisted Living

Family/friend

August 25, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Wonderful Staff & Environment!

Across the board, I just can't say enough glowing words to describe my experience with Wayland Sunrise thus far. I moved my Dad into Wayland Sunrise in May 2024. He's bound to a wheelchair and he's suffering significant cognitive decline. It's been such a relief to have such a thoughtful team looking over him, and it's been great to see him socializing a bit with other residents; he was previously living alone. Thank you so much: [names removed], and all of the other folks who are helping. I wish I could remember more of the names.

Robert S

Assisted Living

Family/friend

August 21, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Great staff, great care, great atmosphere

My brother in law has received incredible care here. From the care managers to the Executive Director they have done everything in their power to put a smile on his face and make sure he is well taken care of. I can't thank them enough.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

July 12, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Review for Sunrise of Wayland

Sunrise was having turnover of the clinical and activity director which was disconcerting. The staff is very nice.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

June 20, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Mom Calls Sunrise "The Senior Resort"

What our family likes the most about the community is the friendliness is superb. The activities are varied, from chair exercise to Bingo, to Bowling Club and Environmental Club. The Care Team is attentive and friendly. The facility is lovely. I call it The Senior Resort

Jing Chen

Assisted Living

Family/friend

April 4, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Great community

My step father stayed here for a short period of time. But he enjoyed this place. Every staffs are very friendly and supportive. He even made a friend with one the caregivers [name removed]. [name removed] was very supportive and made him feel like a good friend was taking care of him. Overall this place is clean, beautiful environment. The foods are great, they offered a lot of options for residents. Only thing not that great was short staffs/caregivers during weekend. You just need to be patience.

Dianne V.

Assisted Living

Family/friend

June 28, 2023

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Sunrise Wayland---the very best

I picked this community, because I needed respite care for my mother, and other communities had a 30 day minimum. Sunrise worked with me, and the community was outstanding in every way.I will absolutely recommend Sunrise of Wayland to others. In fact, I am hoping to have my mother there for respite later this year. And if the time comes for full-time assisted living Sunrise will be my first choice. Also [name removed], the sales director was awesome. She was professional and she kept me posted as my mother settled in. I am truly grateful.Sunrise is just like home. The staff is welcoming, friendly and helpful. The environment is safe and comfortable. The meals are excellent. There are plenty of activities.

Jean W

Memory Care

Family/friend

April 23, 2023

1.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
1.0
Friendliness
2.0
Value for Cost
1.0
Care Services
1.0
Activities
1.0
Staff
1.0
Meals & Dining
1.0

keep looking

Memory care is awful. The only activities they do is sit in front of the tv. Staff is very rough, with no empathy. Something is always "broken". Furniture out back is all broken, kitchen always has something not working. No communication with family members. Food awful too. Prices seem to go up, each month as well. Keep looking

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

April 11, 2023

1.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
1.0
Friendliness
1.0
Value for Cost
1.0
Care Services
1.0
Activities
1.0
Staff
1.0
Meals & Dining
1.0

Would Not Recommend

Sunrise of Wayland is a mess. People do not return phone calls, poor organization and communication, aides do not know how to assist, food is awful, management is never there.

anonymous

Memory Care

Toured community

December 19, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Our family had an in person tour and we thought it was a great tour experience with everything we saw and all the staff members we spoke with

anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

April 13, 2022

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0

Sunrise of Wayland

The people have been great.

anonymous

Memory Care

Family/friend

January 10, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Kindness, dignity, and respect

Sunrise of Wayland is the best place I have ever seen, we had a very positive experience. They made everything better for as long as they could and he thrived here. They have a resident dog and that was a very good thing and really helped cheer the residents up. All of the staff were caring and went above and beyond. They hooked me up with Brookhaven hospice and they were incredible as well.

anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

July 16, 2021

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.5
Care Services
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

Generally Pleased

It's been good overall. One weakness is that there is very little communication with family members You have to call in to find out how your family member is doing. One of the employees once told me that they only reach out if it's bad news. So they do call you if something goes wrong, but it would be nice to have some sort of system where they give you periodic updates. There's also a sense that corporate is deciding things, and there's not much of an avenue to communicate with corporate with any questions/concerns about their policies. For instance, I've had concerns about the drinking water, and use of plastic and paper plates, etc. So I just don't feel connected to the people who are making the decisions. But these are minor issues overall, and generally I've been pleased.

anonymous

Assisted Living

Toured community

July 8, 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0

Small size and good staff ratio are real plus. Flexible services along with skilled staff make this an attractive option.

Anonymous

Memory Care

Family/friend

October 6, 2020

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0

Would recommend this community

Our first impression of Sunrise community was that it seemed very welcoming, warm and very friendly. the value for this community is good along with the care services. The food was about average, pretty adequate. the layout of the rooms are very nice, comfortable, however they are a little small but have nice lighting.

Larry's Wife

Memory Care

Family/friend

April 28, 2019

4.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
3.0

Memory Care for my Husband

After a lengthy consideration, we decided that my husband's care/safety would be better in the R.E.M unit at Sunrise. Though it was a difficult decision to make, ultimately it was the right one. Initially my husband was the least impacted cognitively, however after a few months and a fall (broken hip) his cognition declined rapidly. It was somewhat depressing at first to see him in this environment, but we realized it was truly the best place for him. He had mobility and cognitive issues which were difficult to handle at home. The caregivers for the most part rose to the occasion and he was well cared for. If there was an area of concern, it was after dinner and on weekends when the usual team was not there. We hired a companion to fill the void when a family member was not there. The activities were limited and not particularly stimulating. The population of the unit was fairly impacted with residents who slept in their chairs a lot, but it would be better for those more aware to have more choices to participate in. Overall, we were happy with the care extended to my husband. The staff was very kind whenever my daughter and I were in the unit and when my husband passed away recently.

Anonymous

Memory Care

Toured community

September 18, 2017

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
4.0

I had recently taken a tour of this community for my mother and I have no complaints of how things had went. The staff where on time to our appointment and made sure to answer any questions I had for them in detail. I thought they had a really nice selection of amenities and activities for the residents as well as an open floor plan. It was just not the right fit for my mother in the end decision.

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  • Know Massachusetts’s regulations for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Depending on your state, you may even be able to look up inspection reports for the communities you’re considering. Learn more about Massachusetts’s regulations for memory care and download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports.

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