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Overview of Arleigh Burke Pavilion at Vinson Hall Retirement Community

Arleigh Burke Pavilion at Vinson Hall Retirement Community offers nursing home, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, home care, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in McLean, VA. The range of care levels allows a resident whose needs change over time to move within the community rather than begin again elsewhere. It may be a good fit for someone who wants the possibility of remaining in one community as care needs grow.

Independent living provides private living with community services rather than daily care. Assisted living adds help with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Home care supports services delivered in a resident’s own residence, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 32 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing options include studios, one bedroom units, and two bedroom units. A studio suits someone seeking a single private space, while a two bedroom can accommodate a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours 57 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse time allocated to each resident.

Rehabilitation services and short term rehab support a limited recovery stay rather than long term residence. Medicare and private pay are accepted; Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay uses personal funds. A Walk Score of 52 makes the area somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage some nearby trips independently.

Arleigh Burke Pavilion at Vinson Hall Retirement Community opened in 1992. Fafa Beckley serves as administrator.

Overview of Paul Spring Community

Located on 12 acres just south of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, Paul Spring is a family-owned senior living community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services. Serving the Mount Vernon area since 1988, Paul Spring combines lush surroundings with proximity to Washington, D.C., ensuring residents enjoy the best of both worlds. Paul Spring is committed to offering outstanding hospitality and customized programs that meet the various requirements of its residents.

With the provision of exceptional social, emotional, physical, and cognitive support, residents flourish in a secure and cozy setting. Paul Spring offers a variety of services such as housekeeping, a lively Life Enrichment Program, and professionally cooked meals made by an on-site chef. These features guarantee that residents feel comfortable from the time they arrive. The Paul Spring Retirement Community provides the ideal balance of comfort and convenience, whether one is looking for a carefree retirement or specialized care.

Overview of Sunrise at Mount Vernon

Located at 3520 Duke Street in Alexandria, Virginia, Sunrise at Mount Vernon is a senior living community situated in a historic location with Northern Virginia and the DC Metro Area at its fingertips. The community offers engaging programs so residents can pursue their passions, providing spaces they love calling home. The suites, common areas, and activity rooms are designed specifically for older adults, with warmth, comfort, and safety features built-in.

Sunrise at Mount Vernon is focused on meeting residents’ needs. The compassionate team, including designated care managers and caregivers, develops an individualized plan for each resident, consulting with them and those who know them best. The goal is to balance independence with comprehensive support and services. Once part of the community, residents can relax and socialize on the spacious outdoor porch and balcony, and even become fast friends with the resident pup, Cooper.

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Starting Price $4,700/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

Overview of 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.

Overview of Arden Courts a ProMedica Memory Care Community in Annandale

Arden Courts, is a specialized senior living community nestled on Braddock Road in Annandale, VA, offering compassionate memory care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related memory disorders. The community has a team of specially trained caregivers that provides round-the-clock supervision, ensuring residents’ safety and well-being. With inviting common areas, a cozy kitchen, family rooms, and enclosed courtyards with walking paths, the community prioritizes comfort and security for its residents.

Arden Courts offers 24-hour supervision by dementia care experts, along with professional nursing services. Regular health monitoring, medication assistance, and support in arranging medical care ensure residents’ health needs are met. Additionally, the community provides access to on-site physicians, laboratories, and medical services, along with outside rehabilitation and physical therapy services, promoting holistic well-being.

Tilden Memory Care in Alexandria, VA, has eight beds for respite care, memory care, and assisted living. Residents of assisted living receive help with bathing, dressing, and medications. Memory care gives a secured setting and supervision for individuals who might wander, making it suitable for residents whose dementia requires that level of assistance.

When a family’s regular caregiver is away or recovering, the resident can temporarily stay here for respite. Rooms are private, with a single occupant each, and in such a small home, staff and residents get to know each other.

With a Walk Score of 66, it is somewhat walkable, allowing a resident who walks on their own to complete certain errands on foot. Wade Chilcoat is the administrator.

Peacefully set in the neighborhood of Alexandria, VA, Emilia Assisted Living Home – Alexandria is a welcoming community that caters to residents who require assisted living services. Designed to provide just the right amount of support, the community offers round-the-clock supervision and daily assistance while maintaining resident’s independence. Residences here are both safe and cozy, providing a comfortable space for resting and enjoying personal time.

Activities are tailored to residents’ interests and capabilities, making sure everyone will enjoy something to their liking. Meals are deliciously prepared with considerations for varying nutritional needs. Here, all the small details are handled so residents can focus on enjoying the retirement life that they want and deserve.

Overview of The Fairfax

The Fairfax is a continuing care retirement community in Fort Belvoir, VA, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home care and skilled nursing include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Multiple care levels are available, so a resident whose needs grow can move to a different level without leaving the community.

The Fairfax has 96 beds, with 72% occupancy, meaning 72% of those beds are occupied. The starting price is $3,498 per month, giving families a monthly figure for initial planning. Residents live in apartments across a 60 acre campus with a seven acre lake, walking trails, a putting green, and an Audubon recognized wildlife sanctuary. There are places for outdoor walks, time near the lake, putting, and wildlife observation.

The Fairfax may be a good fit for someone who wants access to several levels of care within one community as needs change. The community accepts Medicare and private pay. Medicare can apply to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly. Sunrise Senior Living operates The Fairfax, and Rochelle Hale serves as the administrator.

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Starting Price $3,498/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

Overview of Silverado Alexandria

Nestled in the historic Old Town Alexandria on King Street, Silverado Alexandria Memory Care Community believes in empowering residents to retain their independence, even as their needs may change due to dementia. With a compassionate approach that leaves no room for judgment, the home draws upon over 20 years of experience combining cutting-edge science with social engagement to provide the highest standard of memory care. From seasonal events to spontaneous trips, every effort creates moments of joy and meaning for residents.

The community is divided into three distinct neighborhoods, each offering specialized care methods to cater to the unique needs of residents. The home has 24-hour licensed nurses and specially trained staff. Its thoughtfully designed interior fosters a comfortable and stimulating environment that promotes overall well-being for individuals in their twilight years.

Elancé at Old Town Alexandria offers assisted living and memory care in Alexandria, VA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, allowing them to remain in the same community as those needs change.

Located in the Alexandria Historical District, the community offers studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences. A studio or one-bedroom layout provides a single private living space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit two people moving together. Pets are allowed, so residents can keep a pet with them. The area has a Walk Score of 97, described as a walker’s paradise, meaning daily errands do not require a car. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently on foot.