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Setting the benchmark for dementia care, Tilden Memory Care sets an exemplary standard in Alexandria. Renowned for their dedication to providing a personalized and attentive approach, this community stands out with its boutique-style living that fosters a sense of community and engagement. Emphasizing resident safety, the facility employs innovative wearable technology to ensure a secure environment, complemented by a team of highly trained caregivers who bring comfort and companionship to the forefront. Within this haven, residents find themselves enveloped in luxurious rooms adorned with private bathrooms, accompanied by dedicated on-site care staff.
Tilden Memory Care specializes in dementia care, possessing an intimate understanding of the complexities involved. This comprehensive refuge, extending its embrace to families as well, instills trust with its all-inclusive approach. Radiating a neighborly warmth combined with utmost professionalism, Tilden Memory Care stands as a beacon of reassurance and comfort for those seeking specialized dementia care.
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%Tilden Memory Care is administrated by Wade Chilcoat.
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
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 16 | 32 | This facility has 50% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (16 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 50% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2022.
| 4 | 8 | This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4 vs. VA avg 8).↓ 50% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 3.2 | 2.3 | This facility has 39% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3.2 vs. VA avg 2.3).↑ 39% worse |
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.
| 5 | 14 | This facility has 64% fewer total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (5 vs. VA avg 14).↓ 64% better |
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Inspections with violations
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.
| 3 | 9 | This facility has 67% fewer inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 67% better |
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Inspection violation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.
| 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 |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on April 25, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies related to documentation, staff certifications, emergency preparedness, staffing plans, and resident discharge procedures. Earlier inspections showed a mixed pattern, with some reports noting issues such as failure to report major incidents, incomplete medication follow-up, fire safety inspection lapses, and missing staff tuberculosis screenings, while two inspections found no deficiencies. The main themes across citations involved administrative documentation, staff qualifications, emergency planning, and care planning processes. Complaint investigations were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history suggests ongoing challenges with regulatory compliance, with no clear trend of consistent improvement or worsening over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Total Residents: 8 Residents
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Staff to Resident Ratio: 1 Staff : 4 Residents
Building Type: Single-story
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Wade Chilcoat is the Administrator and Owner of Tilden Memory Care. As a licensed administrator, nursing aide, and Certified Dementia Practitioner, he is deeply involved in daily operations. Wade brings a heartfelt approach to senior care, inspired by cultural respect for elders he experienced abroad. His focus on consistency, transparency, and person-centered care ensures families feel their loved ones are truly supported.
5.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Alexandria's city center to Tilden Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.48 miles to nearest hospital (Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Pathology)
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Tilden Memory Care is located in Alexandria, Virginia.
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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
| 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.
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 | Yes | 62 | Private Rooms | Arin Burrell-Duru | 65.5% | A- | 8 | 25% | 3 | 4 | 0.5 |
| Sunrise at Fox Hill |
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. | Bethesda (Burdette Road) | 105 | Yes | 16 | Private Rooms | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Spring Hills Mount Vernon |
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.
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. | Alexandria | 98 | Yes | 70 | Private Rooms | Bora Bisimwa | 49.0% | A+ | 18 | 77.8% | 11 | 37 | 2.1 |
| Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Annandale |
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.
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. | Annandale | 60 | No | 70 | Private Rooms | Wilson Cooper | 96.7% | - | 1 | - | - | 0 | 0.0 |
| Tilden Memory Care |
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.
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. | Alexandria | 8 | No | 66 | Private Rooms | Wade Chilcoat | 62.5% | - | 5 | 60% | - | 16 | 3.2 |
Tilden Memory Care has a walk score of 66. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
According to VA state health department records, Tilden Memory Care's license expires on June 30, 2026.
Tilden Memory Care's occupancy is 63%.
Wade Chilcoat is the administrator of Tilden Memory Care.
Tilden Memory Care has 8 beds.
Tilden Memory Care has had 5 recently reported deficiencies.
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