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Situated in the sunlit Cardinal Plane, Alexandria, VA, Elance at West End is a distinguished senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Live a comfortable and sophisticated retirement within the beautifully crafted and elegant residences of Elance at West End in its wide array of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. A reliable and highly qualified team strives to deliver top-notch care and support for seniors to thrive and gain meaningful experiences in their golden years.
With its purposely built spaces and friendly environment, Elance at West End ensures seniors receive the utmost attention and assistance every step of the way. Through engaging activities and enrichment programs, residents explore new hobbies and reignite past interests for leisure and wellness. Dining is something to look forward to with healthy and delectable meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. Elance at West End is an incredible community that provides a wide range of signature programs to enhance seniors’ quality of life within its stunning spaces.
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%Elancé at West End is administrated by Mr. Martin W. Brown.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 15 | 32 | This facility has 53% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (15 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 53% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 5 | 10.7 | This facility has 53% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (5 vs. VA avg 10.7).↓ 53% better |
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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
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 7 | 14 | This facility has 50% fewer total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (7 vs. VA avg 14).↓ 50% better |
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Inspections with violations
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.
| 4 | 9 | This facility has 56% fewer inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 56% better |
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Inspection violation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.
| 57% | 64% | This facility has 7 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (57% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 7% better |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 3 | 7 | This facility has 57% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 57% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2023.
| 1 | 2.3 | This facility has 57% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 57% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Room Sizes: 347 / 372 / 403 / 490 / 499 / 540 / 873 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: High-rise Building
Parking Available
Exercise Programs
Recreational Activities
6.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Alexandria's city center to Elancé at West End's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Elancé at West End is located in Alexandria, Virginia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Virginia.
The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
| The Fountains at Washington House |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Alexandria (Alexandria West) | 215
Facility
215
VA AVG
95
Rank
#14 / 371 | No |
66
Facility
66
VA AVG
44
Rank
#77 / 449 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Victoria Baxter |
32.6%
Facility
32.6%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#290 / 297 | A+ | 5 | 40%
Facility
40%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#87 / 332 | 1
Facility
1
VA AVG
7
Rank
#67 / 332 | 6
Facility
6
VA AVG
32
Rank
#108 / 332 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#138 / 332 |
| Benchmark at Alexandria |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Alexandria (Alexandria West) | 134
Facility
134
VA AVG
95
Rank
#64 / 371 | No |
81
Facility
81
VA AVG
44
Rank
#44 / 449 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Carol L. Tarlowoh |
47.8%
Facility
47.8%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#259 / 297 | C | 8 | 87.5%
Facility
87.5%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#295 / 332 | 2
Facility
2
VA AVG
7
Rank
#110 / 332 | 19
Facility
19
VA AVG
32
Rank
#190 / 332 | 2.4
Facility
2.4
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#235 / 332 |
| Elancé at West End |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Alexandria (Landmark) | 127
Facility
127
VA AVG
95
Rank
#78 / 371 | No |
86
Facility
86
VA AVG
44
Rank
#31 / 449 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Mr. Martin W. Brown |
45.7%
Facility
45.7%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#269 / 297 | - | 7 | 57.1%
Facility
57.1%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#168 / 332 | 3
Facility
3
VA AVG
7
Rank
#149 / 332 | 15
Facility
15
VA AVG
32
Rank
#168 / 332 | 2.1
Facility
2.1
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#213 / 332 |
| Sunrise of Alexandria |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Alexandria (Seminary Hill) | 110
Facility
110
VA AVG
95
Rank
#111 / 371 | Yes |
62
Facility
62
VA AVG
44
Rank
#98 / 449 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Arin Burrell-Duru |
65.5%
Facility
65.5%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#195 / 297 | A- | 8 | 25%
Facility
25%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#47 / 332 | 3
Facility
3
VA AVG
7
Rank
#149 / 332 | 4
Facility
4
VA AVG
32
Rank
#95 / 332 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#90 / 332 |
| Silverado Alexandria Memory Care Community |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Alexandria (Rosemont) | 88
Facility
88
VA AVG
95
Rank
#191 / 371 | Yes |
21
Facility
21
VA AVG
44
Rank
#353 / 449 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms Sabrina Pegross |
75.0%
Facility
75.0%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#135 / 297 | - | 5 | 40%
Facility
40%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#87 / 332 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 332 | 3
Facility
3
VA AVG
32
Rank
#85 / 332 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#97 / 332 |
Elancé at West End is in the Landmark neighborhood of Alexandria.
Elancé at West End has a walk score of 86. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to VA state health department records, Elancé at West End's license expires on March 14, 2026.
Elancé at West End's occupancy is 46%.
Mr. Martin W. Brown is the administrator of Elancé at West End.
Elancé at West End has 127 beds.
Elancé at West End has had 7 recently reported deficiencies.
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