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Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside
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Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside

1612 Brookside Rd, Mclean, VA 22101 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside

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Residing in the peaceful street of Brookside Road in the borders of Arlington and McLean in Virginia, Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside is a distinguished community that provides assisted living. With its intimate and quaint setting, the community strives to meet the needs of up to eight residents. The community offers personalized care with a caring team of professionals, ensuring residents are well-cared for in its bright and friendly environment.

With residents’ interests and wellness in mind, the community conducts outdoor trips and fun social events to keep them happy and active. Here, the whole team is cared-for, ensuring a conducive environment where everyone grows and lives happily. The community strives to create a haven for residents to make the most out of their best years without worries.

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Capacity and availability

Residents per day
7
Bed community size
8-bed community Rank #346 / 365Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 346th out of 365 homes we track in Virginia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Virginia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 12 / 100 Rank #398 / 434Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 398th out of 434 homes we track in Virginia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Virginia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
88%
Rank #53 / 293Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 53rd out of 293 homes we track in Virginia for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 293. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
7 / 8
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
QualificationResidential and Assisted Living Care | Non-Ambulatory

Ownership & Operating Entity

Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside is administered by Elissa Clark.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Contact Information

Business Hours12:00 a.m. - 11:59 p.m., Sunday to Saturday 24 hours a day

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsHome Care

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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.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 9 deficiencies 7 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2020 vs. Virginia state average
Overall vs. VA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (72% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (52% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 932 This facility has 72% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (9 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 72% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.32.7 This facility has 52% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.3 vs. VA avg 2.7).↓ 52% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 714 This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the Virginia average (7 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Managed by Edwin Funes

Executive Director/Administrator

19 years of experience

Edwin Funes is the Executive Director/Administrator at Paragon Assisted Living - Brookside. With 19 years in senior living, he brings deep expertise in clinical operations and community leadership. Edwin is known for his servant leadership approach, fostering respectful and supportive environments for residents, families, and team members. He was honored with the Argentum Senior Living Community Leadership Award in 2023, reflecting his dedication to excellence and compassionate care.

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Address 2.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Mclean's city center to Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Sunrise of McLean Village
AL
MC
Mclean (West Mclean)
125
Facility 125
VA AVG 96
Rank #78 / 365
Yes
91
Facility 91
VA AVG 45
Rank #17 / 434
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Maureen Davis
75.2%
Facility 75.2%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #132 / 293
8
75%
Facility 75%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #234 / 330
3
Facility 3
VA AVG 7
Rank #154 / 330
14
Facility 14
VA AVG 32
Rank #102 / 271
1.8
Facility 1.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #104 / 271
Sunrise of McLean
AL
HOS
MC
Mclean
120
Facility 120
VA AVG 96
Rank #88 / 365
Yes
50
Facility 50
VA AVG 45
Rank #174 / 434
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Julie Clouse
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #212 / 293
13
69%
Facility 69%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #205 / 330
6
Facility 6
VA AVG 7
Rank #216 / 330
25
Facility 25
VA AVG 32
Rank #151 / 271
1.9
Facility 1.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #116 / 271
Sunrise of Falls Church
AL
MC
Falls Church
69
Facility 69
VA AVG 96
Rank #251 / 365
Yes
85
Facility 85
VA AVG 45
Rank #33 / 434
Studio / 2 Bed / SuiteStephen Cuthbertson
68.1%
Facility 68.1%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #180 / 293
11
36%
Facility 36%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #64 / 330
5
Facility 5
VA AVG 7
Rank #200 / 330
9
Facility 9
VA AVG 32
Rank #72 / 271
0.8
Facility 0.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #43 / 271
Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside
AL
Mclean
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 96
Rank #346 / 365
No
12
Facility 12
VA AVG 45
Rank #398 / 434
Private RoomsElissa Clark
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #53 / 293
7
43%
Facility 43%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #86 / 330
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 7
Rank #1 / 330
9
Facility 9
VA AVG 32
Rank #72 / 271
1.3
Facility 1.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #76 / 271
Avalon House on Dominion Crest
AL
RESC
Mclean (Chesterbrook)
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 96
Rank #346 / 365
No
47
Facility 47
VA AVG 45
Rank #191 / 434
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsMs. Winsome Hartley
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #1 / 293
3
33%
Facility 33%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #51 / 330
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 7
Rank #1 / 330
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 32
Rank #35 / 271
1.3
Facility 1.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #76 / 271
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia

Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside is located in McLean, Virginia.
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Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC Plus)

VA Medicaid CCC Plus

Age 65+ or disabled
General Virginia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Managed care model; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Virginia Respite Care Grant Program

VA Respite Grant

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Virginia resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
VA

Limited grants; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Facility respite (up to 5 days)

Adult Services Program

Virginia Adult Services (AS)

Age 60+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, need significant care (2+ ADLs), not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) Varies by locality; typically < ~$2,510/month 200% FPL
Asset Limits Limited assets (excludes home, car); varies by DSS.
VA

Serves ~5,000 annually; focuses on low-income independence.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Chore services Assessments Respite (~5 days/year)

Auxiliary Grant Program

Virginia Auxiliary Grant (AG)

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, living in approved ALF/foster care, SSI-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,041/month (individual, SSI level + $20 disregard); higher with medical deductions.
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
VA

Serves 4,000; personal needs allowance ($90/month).

Benefits
Cash (~$1,400-$1,700/month in 2025, varies by region) for ALF/foster care costs; basic care included

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Virginia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
VA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Energy Assistance Program (EAP)

Virginia Energy Assistance Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General VA resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Fuel, Crisis, Cooling components; serves ~100,000 households.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max) Equipment repair (~$250)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Virginia VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General VA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
VA

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled

Virginia Property Tax Relief

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, homeowner, income/asset limits vary by locality.
Income Limits (2025) ~$50,000-$75,000/year household, e.g., Fairfax: $72,000; Richmond: $50,000
Asset Limits Varies e.g., Fairfax: $400,000 net worth; Richmond: $100,000
VA

Offered in 90% of localities; saves ~$500-$2,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption/deferral (~$500-$2,000/year depending on locality)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Virginia SFMNP

Age 60+
General VA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Vouchers (~$50-$75/season); serves ~15,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50-$75/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

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Frequently Asked Questions about Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside

Is Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside in a walkable area?

Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside?

Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside's occupancy is 88%.

Are pets allowed at Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside?

No, Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside?

Elissa Clark is the administrator of Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside.

How many beds does Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside have?

Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside has 8 beds.

Has Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside had any deficiencies?

Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside has had 9 reported deficiencies since 2020 according to records from Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS).

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