Sunrise of Fairfax
Sunrise of Fairfax is a senior living community that can be found in the heart of Virginia. With a commitment to providing comprehensive care and creating a warm, welcoming environment, Sunrise of Fairfax offers a range of services made to meet the needs of each resident. From assisted living to memory care, their dedicated team strives to create meaningful experiences for senior residents.
Sunrise of Fairfax allows their individuals to explore and enjoy their community while feeling at-home. With their enriching activities, innovative care services, and creative community, life at Sunrise brings joy to their senior residents. They also focus on building independence, promoting well-being, and encouraging meaningful connections, making them a premier facility.
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About this community
Occupancy
Sunrise of Fairfax is administered by Ms. Jordan Kay.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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
• Inspections with violations (at VA avg)
• Total complaints (at VA avg)
• Complaints per year (at VA avg) 4 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (28% below)
• Deficiencies per year (28% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (39% below)
• Inspection violation rate (13% below)
Deficiencies
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This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
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23 | 32 | This facility has 28% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (23 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 28% better |
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Deficiencies per year
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4.6 | 6.4 | This facility has 28% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4.6 vs. VA avg 6.4).↓ 28% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
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1.4 | 2.3 | This facility has 39% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.4 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 39% better |
Inspections
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This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total inspections
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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 violations
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9 | 9 | This facility has inspections with violations in line with the Virginia average (9 vs. VA avg 9).— At avg |
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Inspection violation rate
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56% | 64% | This facility has 8 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (56% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 8% better |
Complaints & Investigations
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This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total complaints
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7 | 7 | This facility has total complaints in line with the Virginia average (7 vs. VA avg 7).— At avg |
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Complaints per year
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1.4 | 1.4 | This facility has complaints per year in line with the Virginia average (1.4 vs. VA avg 1.4).— At avg |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on August 28, 2025, found no deficiencies and did not substantiate the facility’s self-reported non-compliance.
- The August 6, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated five violations related to medication administration, medication storage security, and resident record confidentiality.
- The facility has recurring issues with resident care and medication management, including missed doses, incomplete documentation, and inadequate supervision documented in multiple inspections since 2023.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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2.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fairfax's city center to Sunrise of Fairfax's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.8 miles to nearest hospital (Inova Fairfax Medical Campus)
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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
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| The Gardens at Fair Oaks |
AL
ADC
MC
RC
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Fairfax (Forest Hill Drive) |
125
Facility
125
VA AVG
96
Rank
#78 / 365
| Yes |
67
Facility
67
VA AVG
44
Rank
#75 / 446
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Helaine Walsh | - | - | 8 |
0%
Facility
0%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#1 / 330
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3
Facility
3
VA AVG
7
Rank
#149 / 330
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| Sunrise of Fairfax |
AL
MC
RC
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Fairfax (Boulevard Estates) |
107
Facility
107
VA AVG
96
Rank
#120 / 365
| Yes |
61
Facility
61
VA AVG
44
Rank
#104 / 446
| Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Jordan Kay | 67.3% | A- | 16 |
56.3%
Facility
56.3%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#167 / 330
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7
Facility
7
VA AVG
7
Rank
#227 / 330
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23
Facility
23
VA AVG
32
Rank
#145 / 271
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1.4
Facility
1.4
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#97 / 271
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| Braddock Glen |
AL
HOS
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Fairfax (Lee Meadows) |
79
Facility
79
VA AVG
96
Rank
#221 / 365
| Yes |
44
Facility
44
VA AVG
44
Rank
#213 / 446
| Studio / 1 Bed | Ms. Katherine Westerman | 68.4% | - | 10 |
30%
Facility
30%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#59 / 330
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2
Facility
2
VA AVG
7
Rank
#110 / 330
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3
Facility
3
VA AVG
32
Rank
#25 / 271
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0.3
Facility
0.3
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#23 / 271
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| The Residence at Colvin Run |
AL
MC
RC
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Great Falls (Colvin Run Village) |
70
Facility
70
VA AVG
96
Rank
#246 / 365
| Yes |
35
Facility
35
VA AVG
44
Rank
#263 / 446
| Studio. / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Mr. Seth Wirekoh | 80.0% | - | 5 |
40%
Facility
40%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#89 / 330
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0
Facility
0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 330
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6
Facility
6
VA AVG
32
Rank
#48 / 271
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1.2
Facility
1.2
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#78 / 271
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| Arden Courts – ProMedica Memory Care Community (Fair Oaks) |
AL
IL
MC
RC
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Fairfax (Route 50) |
56
Facility
56
VA AVG
96
Rank
#291 / 365
| No |
44
Facility
44
VA AVG
44
Rank
#213 / 446
| Private Rooms | Bethlehem Getent | 94.6% | - | 2 |
0%
Facility
0%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#1 / 330
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0
Facility
0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 330
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-
Facility
-
VA AVG
32
Rank
#1 / 271
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0.0
Facility
0.0
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#1 / 271
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia
Sunrise of Fairfax is located in Fairfax, Virginia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Virginia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sunrise of Fairfax
What neighborhood is Sunrise of Fairfax in?
Sunrise of Fairfax is in the Boulevard Estates neighborhood of Fairfax.
Is Sunrise of Fairfax in a walkable area?
Sunrise of Fairfax has a walk score of 61. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
When does Sunrise of Fairfax's license expire?
According to VA state health department records, Sunrise of Fairfax's license expires on March 27, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Sunrise of Fairfax?
Sunrise of Fairfax's occupancy is 67%.
Are pets allowed at Sunrise of Fairfax?
Yes, Sunrise of Fairfax allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Sunrise of Fairfax?
Ms. Jordan Kay is the administrator of Sunrise of Fairfax.
How many beds does Sunrise of Fairfax have?
Sunrise of Fairfax has 107 beds.
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