Sunrise at Fair Oaks
Assisted Living in Great Falls
Assisted Living in Great Falls
Offering assisted living and memory care services, Sunrise at Fair Oaks is one of the best senior living facilities in the city. Contributing to recognizing the community’s overall excellent service and caregiving, residents feel at home due to the exceptional respect the staff has shown with a welcoming approach. Life at the Sunrise at Fair Oaks offers the opportunity and inspiration branded as a Sunrise lifestyle.
The senior living community’s services and amenities include activities and programs that promote a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that cultivate their golden years– weekly housekeeping and laundry, outings and activities, daily delicious and nutritious meals, specialized memory care training programs, short-term stays, and hospice care plans.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
About this community
Occupancy
Sunrise at Fair Oaks is legally operated by Fair Oak Assisted Lvg; Sunrise Senior Living Mgt, and administrated by Spurlock, Laurie.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Sunrise at Fair Oaks
Inspection History
In Virginia, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.
16 visits
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
Virginia average: 16 visits
Breakdown by visit type
5 total complaint visits
5 other visits
Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.
Virginia average
13 total complaint visits
7 other visits
3 complaint investigations
Inspections conducted in response to complaints filed by residents, families, staff, or others about possible problems at the facility.
Investigations can have many visits.
Virginia average: 10 complaint investigations
6 official inspections
Routine inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state care and safety standards.
Virginia average: 4 official inspections
6 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Virginia average: 10 citations
3 serious citations
A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.
Virginia average: 3 serious citations
3 moderate citations
A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.
Virginia average: 4 moderate citations
Latest inspection
6 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Virginia average: 8 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Sunrise at Fair Oaks
Most inspections over the past few years found the facility clean, safe, and in compliance with regulations, with no deficiencies cited. Several complaint investigations were substantiated, primarily involving medication mismanagement and delayed staff response to resident calls, with one incident resulting in a $250 fine for repeated medication errors. The facility also failed to report multiple resident falls as required and did not consistently ensure staff completed annual training. The most recent report from April 23, 2025, confirmed medication mismanagement that posed an immediate health risk and included the assessed penalty. While some issues have recurred, the facility’s environment and general safety measures have remained satisfactory.
Compare Assisted Living around Fair Oaks The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Sunrise of Fairfax |
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. | Fairfax (Boulevard Estates) | 107 | Yes | 61 | Studio / Suite / 2 Bed | Ms. Jordan Kay | 67.3% | A- | 16 | 56.3% | 7 | 23 |
| Braddock Glen |
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. | Fairfax (Lee Meadows) | 79 | Yes | 44 | Studio / Suite / 2 Bed | Ms. Katherine Westerman | 68.4% | - | 10 | 30% | 2 | 3 |
| Sunrise at Fair Oaks |
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. | Fair Oaks | 74 | Yes | 34 | Studio / Suite / 2 Bed | Spurlock, Laurie | 74.3% | - | 10 | 0% | 5 | 6 |
| The Residence at Colvin Run |
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. | Great Falls (Colvin Run Village) | 70 | Yes | 35 | Studio / Suite / 2 Bed | Mr. Seth Wirekoh | 80.0% | - | 5 | 40% | 0 | 6 |
| Happy Journey Care Home |
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. | Fair Oaks (Casa Bella Park) | 6 | No | 64 | Studio / Suite / 2 Bed | Su, Quanying | 100.0% | A+ | 5 | 0% | 0 | 1 |
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