The Providence Fairfax

Q: Is The Providence Fairfax in a walkable area?

The Providence Fairfax has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: When does The Providence Fairfax's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, The Providence Fairfax's license expires on August 31, 2026.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at The Providence Fairfax?

The Providence Fairfax's occupancy is 73%.

Q: Are pets allowed at The Providence Fairfax?

Yes, The Providence Fairfax allows residents to bring their pets.

Q: Who is the administrator of The Providence Fairfax?

Mr. Ray Dennison is the administrator of The Providence Fairfax.

Q: How many beds does The Providence Fairfax have?

The Providence Fairfax has 175 beds.

Q: Has The Providence Fairfax had any deficiencies?

The Providence Fairfax has had 25 reported deficiencies since 2021 according to records from Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS).

Overview of The Providence Fairfax

Providing assisted living and memory care, The Providence Fairfax is a senior living community in Fairfax, Virginia, a few minutes from Great Falls. The mid-rise community has 175 beds. It offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. Its current occupancy rate is 73%. Ray Dennison serves as the community’s administrator.

Residents receive individualized care plans based on their needs. The memory care program includes structured therapy activities for those living with cognitive changes. Daily life is supported by life-enrichment programs and recreational activities that can help residents stay active, engaged, and socially connected.

Dining is restaurant-inspired, with room service available for residents who prefer to dine in their own apartments. The community also features an on-site salon and spa, providing a convenient way for residents to maintain their personal care routines without leaving the building. Transportation services and fitness and recreation programs are offered here. Pets are welcome, which can make the transition easier for residents who want to keep a companion animal.

State inspections have most often focused on medication administration accuracy, timely reporting of incidents and complaints, staff training and certification, care plan documentation, and emergency response practices. Families touring The Providence Fairfax should ask how these areas are managed daily.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 38, which is moderately car-dependent. A few nearby services can be reached on foot, while most errands and outings require a car.

Facility Direct Line (703) 934-7400

175-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

Walk Score: 38 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

73%

Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%

Occupied beds

127 / 175

Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusActive

ExpirationAugust 31, 2026

QualificationSpecial Care Unit | Residential and Assisted Living Care | Non-Ambulatory

The Providence Fairfax is administered by Mr. Ray Dennison.

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

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 53 deficiencies 9 complaints 25 inspections

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

Overall vs. VA average

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	53	32	This facility has 66% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (53 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 66% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	2.1	2.3	This facility has 9% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2.1 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 9% better

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.	25	14	This facility has had 79% more total inspections than the Virginia average (25 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 79% more
Inspections with violations Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.	15	9	This facility has 67% more inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (15 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 67% worse
Inspection violation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.	60%	64%	This facility has 4 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (60% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 4% better

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	9	7	This facility has 29% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (9 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 29% worse
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	1.8	1.4	This facility has 29% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.8 vs. VA avg 1.4).↑ 29% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

October 29, 2025 inspection found 5 deficiencies including failure to report a major incident within 24 hours and a medication error where a resident received another’s medication.
Multiple complaint investigations in 2025 substantiated violations in resident care, medication management, staffing plans, delayed emergency call responses, and inadequate supervision of private duty personnel.
August 13, 2025 renewal inspection cited 5 deficiencies related to staff training, first aid certification, individualized service plan updates, and unsafe storage of cleaning supplies.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Providence Fairfax

2.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Fairfax's city center to The Providence Fairfax'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.


The Providence Fairfax	AL MC	Fairfax	175 Facility 175 VA AVG 96 Rank #24 / 365	Yes	38 Facility 38 VA AVG 44 Rank #252 / 446	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	Mr. Ray Dennison	72.6%	-	25	60% Facility 60% VA AVG 64.3% Rank #184 / 330	9 Facility 9 VA AVG 7 Rank #264 / 330	53 Facility 53 VA AVG 32 Rank #222 / 271	2.1 Facility 2.1 VA AVG 2.3 Rank #153 / 271
The Kensington Falls Church	AL MC	Falls Church (West Broad Street)	131 Facility 131 VA AVG 96 Rank #67 / 365	Yes	87 Facility 87 VA AVG 44 Rank #28 / 446	Suite / 1 Bed	Ms. Amy Feather	83.2%	-	10	60% Facility 60% VA AVG 64.3% Rank #184 / 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 Hunter Mill	AL HOS MC	Oakton	100 Facility 100 VA AVG 96 Rank #139 / 365	Yes	70 Facility 70 VA AVG 44 Rank #64 / 446	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	Ms. Isha Subedi	71.0%	A-	9	88.9% Facility 88.9% VA AVG 64.3% Rank #301 / 330	1 Facility 1 VA AVG 7 Rank #68 / 330	16 Facility 16 VA AVG 32 Rank #113 / 271	1.8 Facility 1.8 VA AVG 2.3 Rank #130 / 271
Braddock Glen	AL HOS	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 #60 / 330	2 Facility 2 VA AVG 7 Rank #110 / 330	3 Facility 3 VA AVG 32 Rank #25 / 271	0.3 Facility 0.3 VA AVG 2.3 Rank #23 / 271
Arden Courts – ProMedica Memory Care Community (Fair Oaks)	AL IL MC RC	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	0 Facility 0 VA AVG 7 Rank #1 / 330	- Facility - VA AVG 32 Rank #1 / 271	0.0 Facility 0.0 VA AVG 2.3 Rank #1 / 271

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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).

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

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.

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

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).

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.

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

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

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.

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

Benefits

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

Is The Providence Fairfax in a walkable area?

The Providence Fairfax has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

When does The Providence Fairfax's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, The Providence Fairfax's license expires on August 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at The Providence Fairfax?

The Providence Fairfax's occupancy is 73%.

Are pets allowed at The Providence Fairfax?

Yes, The Providence Fairfax allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Providence Fairfax?

Mr. Ray Dennison is the administrator of The Providence Fairfax.

How many beds does The Providence Fairfax have?

The Providence Fairfax has 175 beds.

Has The Providence Fairfax had any deficiencies?

The Providence Fairfax has had 25 reported deficiencies since 2021 according to records from Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS).

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