The Fountains at Washington House
Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Independent Living · Alexandria, VA

The Fountains at Washington House

Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Independent Living · Alexandria, VA

Overview of The Fountains at Washington House

The Fountains at Washington offers a luxury lifestyle, setting a new standard for senior care. The vibrant community in Northern Virginia provides a wide range of services, including residential assisted living, independent living, and memory care support.  A hassle-free lifestyle is the goal of the old living home, ensuring residents can thrive and continue nurturing themselves in a warm, welcoming environment that feels exactly like home.

Residential living is enhanced thanks to the upscale amenities designed into the community; these include life enrichment programs, ADLs, restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, social activities, and transportation services. Amenities include a billiards room, a library, an on-site LUXE spa salon, and lush gardens. 

Bed community size
215-bed community Rank #14 / 365Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 365 homes in Virginia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Virginia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
54 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 66 / 100 Rank #76 / 446Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 76th out of 446 homes in Virginia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Virginia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
33%
Rank #287 / 297Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 287th out of 297 homes in Virginia for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 297. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
70 / 215
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationMarch 31, 2027
CMS Certification Number495288
QualificationResidential and Assisted Living Care | Non-Ambulatory

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Fountains at Washington House is administered by Victoria Baxter.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Colleen Ryan Mallon, Managing Principal (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Contact Information

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

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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.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 6 deficiencies 1 complaint 5 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2023 vs. Virginia state average
Overall vs. VA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 6 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (81% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (48% below)
• Inspections with violations (78% below)
• Inspection violation rate (38% below)
• Total complaints (86% below)
• Complaints per year (87% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 632 This facility has 81% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia nursing home (6 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 81% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.22.3 This facility has 48% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia nursing home (1.2 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 48% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 514 This facility has had 64% fewer total inspections than the Virginia average (5 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 64% fewer
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 29 This facility has 78% fewer inspections with violations than a typical Virginia nursing home (2 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 78% better
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 40%64% This facility has 24 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia nursing home (40% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 24% better

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 17 This facility has 86% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia nursing home (1 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2023. 0.32.3 This facility has 87% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia nursing home (0.3 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 87% better

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

  • January 3, 2024 monitoring inspection found no violations after a full review of resident care, staff interviews, and facility conditions.
  • March 29, 2024 renewal inspection cited two deficiencies for unsecured medication cabinet during pass and expired elevator inspection certificate.
  • March 26, 2025 renewal inspection found four deficiencies including expired CPR certifications, untimely service plan updates, medication errors, and lack of current elevator inspection.

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed

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Address 5.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Alexandria's city center to The Fountains at Washington House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Virginia

The Fountains at Washington House is located in Alexandria, Virginia.
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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).
VA

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
VA

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.
VA

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
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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).
VA

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.
VA

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
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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
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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.
VA

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about The Fountains at Washington House

What neighborhood is The Fountains at Washington House in?

The Fountains at Washington House is in the Alexandria West neighborhood of Alexandria.

Is The Fountains at Washington House in a walkable area?

The Fountains at Washington House has a walk score of 66. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

When does The Fountains at Washington House's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, The Fountains at Washington House's license expires on March 31, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at The Fountains at Washington House?

The Fountains at Washington House's occupancy is 33%.

How long has The Fountains at Washington House been in business?

The Fountains at Washington House has been operating for approximately 54 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Fountains at Washington House?

Yes, The Fountains at Washington House allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Fountains at Washington House?

Victoria Baxter is the administrator of The Fountains at Washington House.

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