Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care
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.
Capacity and availability
About this community
Occupancy
Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care is administered by Ms. Cindy Menker.
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.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Virginia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. Virginia state average• Total deficiencies (28% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (11% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (22% below)
• Total complaints (29% below)
• Complaints per year (29% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 23 | 32 | This facility has 28% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (23 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 28% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 16 | 14 | This facility has had 14% more total inspections than the Virginia average (16 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 14% more |
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Inspections with deficiencies
| 8 | 9 | This facility has 11% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (8 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 11% better |
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Inspection deficiency rate
| 50% | 64% | This facility has 14 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (50% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 14% better |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total complaints
| 5 | 7 | This facility has 29% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (5 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 29% better |
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Complaints per year
| 1 | 1.4 | This facility has 29% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 29% better |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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.
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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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Info below is compiled from the VA Depts. of Social Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
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Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| The Kensington Falls Church | AL MC | Falls Church | 131
Facility
131
VA AVG
96
Rank
#67 / 365 | Yes |
87
Facility
87
VA AVG
45
Rank
#28 / 434 | Suite / 1 Bed | Ms. Amy Feather | 83.2% | - | 10 | 60%
Facility
60%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#178 / 330 | 4
Facility
4
VA AVG
7
Rank
#181 / 330 | 11
Facility
11
VA AVG
32
Rank
#90 / 271 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#74 / 271 |
| Sunrise of Fairfax | AL MC RC | Fairfax (Boulevard Estates) | 107
Facility
107
VA AVG
96
Rank
#120 / 365 | Yes |
61
Facility
61
VA AVG
45
Rank
#104 / 434 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Jordan Kay | 67.3% | A- | 16 | 56%
Facility
56%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#160 / 330 | 7
Facility
7
VA AVG
7
Rank
#227 / 330 | 23
Facility
23
VA AVG
32
Rank
#146 / 271 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#98 / 271 |
| Sunrise of Hunter Mill | AL HOS MC | Oakton | 100
Facility
100
VA AVG
96
Rank
#139 / 365 | Yes |
70
Facility
70
VA AVG
45
Rank
#64 / 434 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Isha Subedi | 71.0% | A- | 9 | 89%
Facility
89%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#295 / 330 | 1
Facility
1
VA AVG
7
Rank
#78 / 330 | 16
Facility
16
VA AVG
32
Rank
#113 / 271 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#130 / 271 |
| Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care | AL MC | Great Falls (Colvin Run Village) | 94
Facility
94
VA AVG
96
Rank
#170 / 365 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
VA AVG
45
Rank
#244 / 434 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Cindy Menker | 77.7% | - | 16 | 50%
Facility
50%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#121 / 330 | 5
Facility
5
VA AVG
7
Rank
#200 / 330 | 23
Facility
23
VA AVG
32
Rank
#146 / 271 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#98 / 271 |
| Braddock Glen | AL HOS | Fairfax (Lee Meadows) | 79
Facility
79
VA AVG
96
Rank
#221 / 365 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
VA AVG
45
Rank
#212 / 434 | Studio / 1 Bed | Ms. Katherine Westerman | 68.4% | - | 10 | 30%
Facility
30%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#53 / 330 | 2
Facility
2
VA AVG
7
Rank
#117 / 330 | 3
Facility
3
VA AVG
32
Rank
#25 / 271 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#23 / 271 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia
Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care is located in Great Falls, Virginia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care
What neighborhood is Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care in?
Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care is in the Colvin Run Village neighborhood of Great Falls.
Is Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care in a walkable area?
Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
When does Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care's license expire?
According to VA state health department records, Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care's license expires on March 7, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care?
Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care's occupancy is 78%.
Are pets allowed at Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care?
Yes, Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care?
Ms. Cindy Menker is the administrator of Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care.
How many beds does Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care have?
Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care has 94 beds.
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