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Spring Hills Mount Vernon
Administered by Bora Bisimwa, Spring Hills Mount Vernon is an assisted living and memory care community on Shannons Green Way in Alexandria, Virginia. The 98-bed facility occupies a three-story building offering studio apartments and serves occupants requiring residential and assisted living care, including non-ambulatory support. The really walkable neighborhood bears a walk score of 70, so it’s easy for residents and visiting families to run errands on foot and access nearby essentials.
Spring Hills Mount Vernon welcomes pets through their PAW program, a beneficial addition for occupants valuing a furry friend’s companionship. Daily life centers on fine dining experiences and engaging activities tailored to bolster residents’ well-being. Transportation services help occupants manage appointments and outings, and a fitness and recreation program supports active engagement. With studio housing as the primary accommodation option, the home currently operates at 49 percent occupancy.
The Virginia Department of Social Services’ inspections have pointed to themes around medication management, incident reporting, resident supervision, and facility maintenance. These are themes families may want to ask about when touring.
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About this community
Spring Hills Mount Vernon is administered by Bora Bisimwa.
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 (16% above)
• Total complaints (57% above)
• Complaints per year (57% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (4% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 37 | 32 | This facility has 16% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (37 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 16% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 2.6 | 2.7 | This facility has 4% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2.6 vs. VA avg 2.7).↓ 4% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 14 | 14 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Virginia average (14 vs. VA avg 14).— At avg |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
| 11 | 7 | This facility has 57% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (11 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 57% worse |
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Complaints per year
| 2.2 | 1.4 | This facility has 57% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2.2 vs. VA avg 1.4).↑ 57% worse |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Spring Hills Mount Vernon
5.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Alexandria's city center to Spring Hills Mount Vernon'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.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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 Fountains at Washington House | AL IL MC | Alexandria (Alexandria West) | 215
Facility
215
VA AVG
96
Rank
#14 / 365 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
VA AVG
45
Rank
#76 / 434 | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | Victoria Baxter |
32.6%
Facility
32.6%
VA AVG
71%
Rank
#286 / 293 | A+ | 5 | 40%
Facility
40%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#73 / 330 | 1
Facility
1
VA AVG
7
Rank
#78 / 330 | 6
Facility
6
VA AVG
32
Rank
#48 / 271 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#68 / 271 |
| Potomac Place Assisted Living | AL MC RC | Woodbridge | 148
Facility
148
VA AVG
96
Rank
#48 / 365 | Yes |
59
Facility
59
VA AVG
45
Rank
#115 / 434 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Mr. Fredy Montes |
54.7%
Facility
54.7%
VA AVG
71%
Rank
#234 / 293 | - | 7 | 14%
Facility
14%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#20 / 330 | 3
Facility
3
VA AVG
7
Rank
#154 / 330 | 3
Facility
3
VA AVG
32
Rank
#25 / 271 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#24 / 271 |
| Benchmark at Alexandria | AL MC RC | Alexandria (Alexandria West) | 134
Facility
134
VA AVG
96
Rank
#63 / 365 | Yes |
81
Facility
81
VA AVG
45
Rank
#43 / 434 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Carol L. Tarlowoh |
47.8%
Facility
47.8%
VA AVG
71%
Rank
#257 / 293 | C- | 5 | 80%
Facility
80%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#251 / 330 | 2
Facility
2
VA AVG
7
Rank
#117 / 330 | 19
Facility
19
VA AVG
32
Rank
#130 / 271 | 3.8
Facility
3.8
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#212 / 271 |
| Sunrise of Alexandria | AL HOS MC | Alexandria (Seminary Hill) | 110
Facility
110
VA AVG
96
Rank
#109 / 365 | Yes |
62
Facility
62
VA AVG
45
Rank
#97 / 434 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Arin Burrell-Duru |
65.5%
Facility
65.5%
VA AVG
71%
Rank
#191 / 293 | A- | 7 | 29%
Facility
29%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#45 / 330 | 3
Facility
3
VA AVG
7
Rank
#154 / 330 | 4
Facility
4
VA AVG
32
Rank
#35 / 271 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#34 / 271 |
| Spring Hills Mount Vernon | AL MC | Alexandria | 98
Facility
98
VA AVG
96
Rank
#156 / 365 | Yes |
70
Facility
70
VA AVG
45
Rank
#64 / 434 | Studio | Bora Bisimwa |
49.0%
Facility
49.0%
VA AVG
71%
Rank
#254 / 293 | A+ | 14 | 86%
Facility
86%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#273 / 330 | 11
Facility
11
VA AVG
7
Rank
#278 / 330 | 37
Facility
37
VA AVG
32
Rank
#190 / 271 | 2.6
Facility
2.6
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#162 / 271 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia
Spring Hills Mount Vernon is located in Alexandria, Virginia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Virginia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Spring Hills Mount Vernon
Is Spring Hills Mount Vernon in a walkable area?
Spring Hills Mount Vernon has a walk score of 70. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
When does Spring Hills Mount Vernon's license expire?
According to VA state health department records, Spring Hills Mount Vernon's license expires on March 9, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Spring Hills Mount Vernon?
Spring Hills Mount Vernon's occupancy is 49%.
Are pets allowed at Spring Hills Mount Vernon?
Yes, Spring Hills Mount Vernon allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Spring Hills Mount Vernon?
Bora Bisimwa is the administrator of Spring Hills Mount Vernon.
How many beds does Spring Hills Mount Vernon have?
Spring Hills Mount Vernon has 98 beds.
Has Spring Hills Mount Vernon had any deficiencies?
Spring Hills Mount Vernon has had 37 reported deficiencies since 2021 according to records from Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS).
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