Sunrise at Countryside
Sunrise at Countryside is a senior living community in Sterling, Virginia, that delivers an exceptional retirement experience. The community features colorful flowers from the outdoor patio, along the walking paths, and on the lovely front porch, as well as cozy indoor common areas where residents can enjoy their favorite activities, such as unwinding in the sunroom, enjoying coffee in the cafe, or watching a movie in the TV lounge area.
Sunrise at Countryside offers compassionate staff available around the clock to provide a variety of short- or long-term care options, including assisted living, independent living, and short-term respite care. The community offers thoughtfully designed suites and studio options with in-suite kitchens, open layouts, and oversized windows for ample natural light. Residents can delight in services like three home-cooked meals served daily, housekeeping and daily trash removal, and weekly laundry assistance. The area surrounding Sunrise at Countryside offers ample shopping, dining, and popular attractions, as well as top-notch medical care and easy access to Dulles International Airport.
About this community
Occupancy
Sunrise at Countryside is administrated by Ms. Kaitlin Peitz.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Sunrise at Countryside
Type of Rooms Available
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, 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.
Since 2021 vs. Virginia state average• Total inspections (7% above) 3 At Avg Metrics at Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (at VA avg)
• Deficiencies per year (at VA avg)
• Inspections with violations (at VA avg) 4 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (9% below)
• Inspection violation rate (6% below)
• Total complaints (29% below)
• Complaints per year (29% below)
Deficiencies
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 32 | 32 | This facility has total deficiencies in line with the Virginia average (32 vs. VA avg 32).— At avg |
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Deficiencies per year
| 6.4 | 6.4 | This facility has deficiencies per year in line with the Virginia average (6.4 vs. VA avg 6.4).— At avg |
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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.
| Metric | This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 15 | 14 | This facility has 7% more total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (15 vs. VA avg 14).↑ 7% worse |
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Inspections with violations
| 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
| 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.
| Metric | This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
| 5 | 7 | This facility has 29% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (5 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 29% better |
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Complaints per year
| 1 | 1.4 | This facility has 29% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 29% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspections on September 8, 2025, identified deficiencies related to medication management, including failures to ensure timely filling and refilling of medications and administering medications according to physician orders. Earlier inspections showed a recurring pattern of medication administration issues, along with other concerns such as incomplete healthcare oversight documentation, missing or outdated records, and inadequate staff training. Several complaint investigations were substantiated, particularly involving medication management and failure to update medication orders after hospital admissions, while most other complaints were unsubstantiated. There were no fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license suspensions listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with medication management, with no clear improvement trend over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia
Sunrise at Countryside is located in Sterling, Virginia.
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7.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Sterling's city center to Sunrise at Countryside's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 5.93 miles to nearest hospital (Reston Hospital Center)
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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunrise at Countryside
What neighborhood is Sunrise at Countryside in?
Sunrise at Countryside is in the Potomac Falls neighborhood of Sterling.
Is Sunrise at Countryside in a walkable area?
Sunrise at Countryside has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
When does Sunrise at Countryside's license expire?
According to VA state health department records, Sunrise at Countryside's license expires on September 21, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Sunrise at Countryside?
Sunrise at Countryside's occupancy is 47%.
Who is the administrator of Sunrise at Countryside?
Ms. Kaitlin Peitz is the administrator of Sunrise at Countryside.
How many beds does Sunrise at Countryside have?
Sunrise at Countryside has 130 beds.
Has Sunrise at Countryside had any recent deficiencies or citations?
Sunrise at Countryside has had 15 recently reported deficiencies.
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