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Sunnyside Gardens

1025 Carson Drive

Sunnyvale, CA 94086

84 beds • Est. 1989 (37 years)


FYI Safety Score

8.8 Good

3 citations in the last 2 years across 9 inspections. 3 substantiated complaints on file. Last inspected in March 2025.

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Why we like it

Sunnyside Gardens is a 84-bed family-owned boutique assisted living and memory care community in the heart of downtown Sunnyvale. Founded in 1988 by owner Jason Chartier after his own experience navigating senior care for his parents, the community has maintained an intimate, resident-first philosophy for over 38 years.

With a classically trained chef preparing scratch-cooked meals from locally sourced ingredients, daily exercise classes for all ability levels, and a location steps from the Sunnyvale Farmers' Market and public transit, Sunnyside Gardens offers a genuinely personal alternative to larger corporate communities.

  • Family-owned for 38 years

    Founded in 1988 and still owner-operated, with long-tenured staff who know residents by name. The community averages about 50 residents, keeping the environment personal and attentive.

  • Walkable downtown Sunnyvale location

    Steps from the weekly Farmers' Market, Senior Center, Target, specialty shops, restaurants, and public transit. Close to El Camino Hospital and Kaiser Santa Clara.

  • Chef-driven dining program

    A classically trained chef prepares scratch-cooked, nutritionally balanced meals daily using locally sourced ingredients. Menus are customized to individual resident preferences and dietary needs.

  • Dedicated memory care program

    Evidence-based memory care with staff specially trained in dementia therapies and strategies. Companion suites available in the memory care wing.

  • Limited floor plan options

    As a boutique community, room choices are more limited than larger facilities. Memory care offers companion suites only, so private rooms may not be available.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Studio$5,200–$5,700/mo
1 Bedroom$6,500/mo
Shared Room$6,500/mo
Private Room$8,690/mo

Memory Care

Shared Room$9,500/mo
Private Room$11,000/mo

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Where you'll live

1025 Carson Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94086

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Amenities & Services

Medication Management
Emergency Call System
Memory Care Program
Hospice Support
Dining
Housekeeping
Laundry
Transportation
Activities Program
Beauty Salon
Movie Theater
Garden
Courtyard

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
430708612
Capacity
84 beds
Size
Large Community (50+ beds)
Licensed Since
March 7, 1989 (37 years)
Licensee
Montvale Inc.
Administrator
Karen Mandair
ALW Participant
No
Phone
(408) 730-4070
Address
1025 Carson Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94086

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