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Ivy Park at Sabre Springs

12515 Springhurst Drive

4.8(50 ratings)· San Diego average: 4.4

Part of Ivy Living · 62 communities · 4.4★ average

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Quick Facts

Total units
100
Licensed capacity
100 residents

California CDSS

Licensed operator
Transformer Opco LLC
Memory care location
Dedicated memory care neighborhood on third floor
Medical support
Mobile physician makes regular visits to residents
Management history
Management company changed from Sunrise to Ivy Park in 2023
Property size
Smaller property than comparable Poway-area communities

What Families Think

Reviewers overwhelmingly describe Ivy Park at Sabre Springs (formerly Sunrise of Sabre Springs) as a warm, well-run community with attentive staff, good food, and strong communication with families, including praise for the on-site memory care neighborhood. A handful of reviews describe a rougher period under prior management with staffing shortages, food service problems, and maintenance issues, though multiple reviewers note conditions improved after a 2023 change in management company.

The Good

  • Staff know residents by name and preferences
  • Highly praised chef and dining experience
  • On-site physician visits coordinate closely with staff
  • Dedicated memory care neighborhood for residents with dementia
  • Families report low staff turnover and consistent relationships
  • Frequent outings and varied on-site activities

The Bad

  • One report of understaffing and food quality issues during a COVID outbreak
  • One detailed account of slow meal service, wet laundry, and maintenance problems under prior management
  • Wrong address listed on Google Maps caused undelivered medication packages
  • Smaller property with no pool or putting green compared to nearby competitors

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

About Ivy Park at Sabre Springs

Ivy Park at Sabre Springs is a senior living community located in the Poway Valley area of San Diego County, offering scenic views of coastal North County within a small-town atmosphere combined with modern amenities.

The community provides a range of services designed to support residents through every phase of retirement, including assisted living and memory care, along with activities and outdoor spaces intended to support both physical and personal well-being.

Assisted living at Ivy Park focuses on personalized care paired with engaging programs, dining, and comfortable surroundings, aiming to help residents maintain a vibrant lifestyle while giving families confidence that their loved ones are well supported.

The community's memory care neighborhood, called Evergreen, is designed to offer comfort, safety, and connection for residents living with Alzheimer's, dementia, or other cognitive changes. A specially trained team provides care that honors each resident's individual story, with daily activities designed to encourage engagement and emotional well-being.

Types of Care

Assisted Living

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Reviews

4.8overall · 50 ratings combined

4.8★ on Google (50)

C H

Sep 2025

via Google

We moved our sweet mother into Ivy Park Sabre Springs three months ago. It’s been a wonderful experience all around. Every staff member that we’ve encountered has been friendly, kind, and attentive. The medical staff has been wonderful and very communicative with us when something is happening. We are very appreciative of their efforts and support. The food is deliciously presented on nice table settings. She says, “ It’s like eating at a fine restaurant!” The interiors are beautiful decorated using light and pleasing color combinations throughout. It’s a pleasure stopping by to visit our mom with so many happy faces greeting us. Best of all, our mom is happy and feels safe.

Cathy Mc

Mar 2025

via Google

Let me start by saying this. I worked as a manager in an assisted living community many years ago. It’s a great option when your ability to do the things required around the house becomes diminished. A lot of people plan ahead and say, when the time comes, I will sell the house and move into Assisted Living. My father said that. We toured many local communities 6 months ago and Ivy Park was the top choice for its homey environment and friendly atmosphere. He wasn’t looking for a glamorous hotel lobby with granite countertops. The decor was designed to remind him of home. The staff was welcoming. He decided to wait a little longer. Fast forward to 3 months ago. He had new health issues. The cane was replaced with a walker. My sister and I convinced him the time was now. He moved into Ivy Park. Staff sensed his initial reluctance and was very attentive toward him. They encouraged, never pushed. Everyone called him by name. When he showed up for breakfast, his apple juice was waiting at his favorite table. They asked how many poached eggs he wanted today or did he feel like something else. They knew what he liked on his oatmeal. He told me they had the best bacon in San Diego! When family called, they addressed us by name, and had answers ready if we asked how he was doing (We both live out of state). They noticed changes when his ability to walk became more difficult. They called us to let us know what they observed if he was struggling with something. Having a doctor on site was a lifesaver as he was nervous about taking the bus just yet. He gained much needed weight. He wasn’t eating regular meals back at home and he was forgetting to take his pills. Things were great again. Just as he was settling in, his health began to decline suddenly, and unfortunately, my dad passed away a few days ago due to chronic issues he could not control. We wish he had not wavered 6 months ago. I hope families that read this realize that the time to move into assisted living is while your health is still good! Ivy Park has so many activities off site as well as in house. Enjoy that as long as health allows, and then enjoy the concerts and other daily activities around the building with resident friends when traveling gets too difficult…I wish my dad had moved while his health was better, he just couldn’t drive or mow the lawn or climb a ladder… He spent the day in front of the tv at home because he couldn’t drive. Ivy Park was taking folks to parks and places around San Diego… The day he moved in we got to pet a great horned owl and other animals that were visiting that day! I’m very glad my dad got to experience Ivy Park for the short time he was able. I hope I will learn from this and when my time comes…DO IT!

Ann Reichert

Jan 2024

via Google

Moved dad in 5 months ago. Family is very impressed with how attentive management and staff have been. I’ve even seen executive director mingling with residents several times.

Lucy

Jan 2024

via Google

Visiting here has always been a pleasant experience. The staff is kind, helpful and truly invested in taking care of their residents.

Mags McT

Nov 2023

via Google

Google maps shows the wrong address.<br>This has caused UPS to return several medication packages as undeliverable.<br><br>Ivy Park lists their address as<br>San Diego CA 92128<br>but<br>Google Maps shows it as<br>Poway CA 92064

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Ivy Park at Sabre Springs offer?

Ivy Park at Sabre Springs offers Assisted Living.

Where is Ivy Park at Sabre Springs located?

Ivy Park at Sabre Springs is located at 12515 Springhurst Drive in San Diego, California.

What do families say about Ivy Park at Sabre Springs?

Reviewers overwhelmingly describe Ivy Park at Sabre Springs (formerly Sunrise of Sabre Springs) as a warm, well-run community with attentive staff, good food, and strong communication with families, including praise for the on-site memory care neighborhood. A handful of reviews describe a rougher period under prior management with staffing shortages, food service problems, and maintenance issues, though multiple reviewers note conditions improved after a 2023 change in management company.

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