Sunrise Senior Living Founder and CEO to Become Chairman

Sunrise Senior Living announced that Paul J. Klaassen, its founder and chief executive officer of 27 years, will become Sunrise Senior Living’s non-executive chairman of the board and transition from his role as CEO, effective at the next annual meeting of Sunrise Senior Living shareholders expected to take place in November 2008. At that time, Mark S. Ordan, Sunrise Senior Living chief investment and administrative officer, will become CEO. Mr. Ordan has also joined Sunrise’s board of directors, effective July 15, 2008. When Mr. Klaassen becomes chairman, Lynn Krominga, the current chairman of the board, will become lead independent director.

As Sunrise Senior Living’s chairman, Mr. Klaassen will serve as an active champion of it’s mission, culture and values. He will continue to support the Company, Mr. Ordan and the board by focusing on key areas including public policy advocacy, product design, leadership training and visiting Sunrise Senior Living communities.