Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care
Memory Care in Great Falls
Memory Care in Great Falls
Brightview Great Falls undoubtedly provides the highest care for assisted living and memory care residents. Management makes it a point that seniors are given the freedom and choice given to each resident and ensures that they attend to the unique needs of each individual with kindness and compassion. The premier retirement community strives to satisfy the holistic wellness of its residents in a cozy, nurturing, and fun-filled environment.
Brightview Great Falls’ residential lifestyle encourages its seniors to live a fulfilling everyday life through the community’s extensive services. Some all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, specialized memory care programs, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs. Other amenities include a library, full baths, a cafe, a fitness center, and a multi-purpose room– to name a few of what the home offers.
Katie A. serves as the Community Executive Director at Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care. She joined Brightview over 10 years ago, starting as a concierge and progressing through several community director roles. Katie now leads the community with extensive experience and a deep commitment to vibrant senior living.
About this community
Occupancy
Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care is administrated by Ms. Cindy Menker.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care
Inspection History
In Virginia, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) perform the inspections required to maintain state and federal licensing.
16 inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
5 inspections related to complaints
8 inspections with violations (50%)
Virginia average: 14 inspections
Virginia average: 64.3% of inspections with violations
5 complaints
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
Virginia average: 7 complaints
Latest inspection
Inspection oversight
23 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Virginia average: 32 deficiencies
1.4 deficiencies per inspection
Virginia average: 2.3 deficiencies per inspection
Inspection Report Summary for Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care
The most recent inspection on August 28, 2025, identified deficiencies related to staffing levels, failure to report major incidents within 24 hours, and staff conduct regarding residents’ rights and dignity. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues involving resident care, medication management, documentation, and safety measures, with some substantiated complaints and violations related to supervision and emergency preparedness. Complaint investigations substantiated some concerns, including mistreatment by staff and medication errors, while others were unsubstantiated. Enforcement actions such as violation notices and plans of correction were required, but fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with staffing and resident care, with no clear trend of consistent improvement or worsening over time.
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Memory Care in Virginia
Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care is located in Great Falls, Virginia.
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2.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Great Falls's city center to Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.66 miles to nearest hospital (Reston Hospital Center)
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Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Compare Memory Care around Great Falls The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
| The Providence Fairfax |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fairfax | 175 | Yes | 38 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Mr. Ray Dennison | 72.6% | - | 25 | 60% | 9 | 53 | 2.1 |
| The Kensington Falls Church |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Falls Church (West Broad Street) | 131 | Yes | 87 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Amy Feather | 83.2% | - | 10 | 60% | 4 | 11 | 1.1 |
| Sunrise at Fair Oaks |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Fairfax (Boulevard Estates) | 107 | Yes | 49 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Jordan Kay | - | A- | 16 | 56.3% | 7 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Great Falls (Colvin Run Village) | 94 | Yes | 40 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Cindy Menker | 77.7% | - | 16 | 50% | 5 | 23 | 1.4 |
| Arden Courts – ProMedica Memory Care Community (Fair Oaks) |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fairfax (Route 50) | 56 | No | 44 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Bethlehem Getent | 94.6% | - | 2 | 0% | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
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