My daughter and I enjoy visiting my Mother at the Landing; we particularly like eating there thanks…read moreto the Dining Room Manager Anita Acharya. Anita treats both residents and guests in a kind, compassionate and patient manner. She handles difficult situations expertly and resolves problems quickly and easily. She has managed the transition to a new chef/management team smoothly and she ensures that her entire staff treat everyone with respect and dignity. She is ideally suited to her role and represents the best of what assisted living/care should be!

Went to a networking event yesterday sponsored by the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce…read more I thought "The Landing" was the name of a restaurant and as I approached this RESIDENTIAL neighborhood I had to double check my GPS to make sure I had the right address, because the facade looks like an apartment building. Maybe a hotel? Turns out, this event was hosted on the rooftop balcony party room of a...wait for it... senior living community. Huh??? This is not your average senior living community with the old carpet, weird smells, poor lighting and 1970s library furniture. No, no, no. This place is super upscale. Could easily be a new apartment building in some hipster neighborhood. Apparently they opened four months ago and they are in a marketing partnership with the Alexandria Chamber to help promote their facilities to seniors 62 and up. They have three restaurants, a game room, a movie theater, pools tables, wrap around panoramic city-view balcony, and a bunch of other stuff that would make anybody not be too upset to live here - regardless of age. The food was provided by the in-house chef, who made an appearance on season 2 of Pitmasters. He prepared some lobster rolls, quesadillas, and three signature drinks for all of us mixer guests. I went back several times for refills + more food, lol. They had a full bar too. Not that I plan to hang out here, but I wasn't mad at the networking, the views, or the food.

This was a beautiful facility. It was clean, fresh and smelled wonderful. Talking with Savanna was…read morea joy and she was so helpful with getting me the information I needed and going out of her way to make sure my mother would get exactly what she needs.

From the owner: At Living Gracefully Assisted Living, we aim to create a home-like experience for our residents…read morewhile offering the benefits of advanced technology and comprehensive programs typically found in larger facilities offering Assisted Living. We take all Levels of Care 1-3. -Senior Living Advising - Senior Connect Program - Assistance with ALL Activities of Daily Living - Registered Nurse Care - Respite Care / Long Term Care - Laundry/Housekeeping - Nutrition/ 3 Meals Snack/ Day -Home Health/ Hospice, Palliative Care -Memory Care -Retirement Advising

My mother is staying at this retirement home and she really likes it. All the employees have been…read morevery kind and patient with her. She enjoys all the various activities and company of other seniors there. The food is pretty good and the place is clean. There is nursing and medical care available whenever she needs help.

A nice community but by far the worst culinary staff (cooks). They do not know how to cook. The…read moreworst tasting food. Most of the time it is just slopped together. Pizza yesterday was cheesy served with not fully cooked dough. You would think when we pay this much to live in a nicely managed community the food would be on par with the image of a fine Retirment community. Not so when it comes to food. They need a new chef. A.... is the head culinary supervisor. We need someone with cooking experience that is around to supervise the working staff. They do not care when they prepare the daily meals. As for presentation... need help there. Always on a huge white square plate with no good appearance. As far as where the food comes from. They need a new supplier. They need to create their own dishes instead of out of the box meals. Their meatloaf is the worst. Dense and tasteless.

Tl;dr: If you can afford it, this is absolutely the place for your loved one…read more We had to place our mother in a memory care facility rather suddenly after an unexpected deterioration (after a longer slow deterioration of several years while she still lived independently), and we feel so lucky that Silverado Alexandria was able to find a space for her quickly. During a traumatic time, the Silverado team (especially Lindsay, but everyone we interacted with) was a rock for us, giving us guidance, comfort, and resources. They have every level of coordination available, and we leaned heavily on them for help in getting our mother in and settled. Dementia requires such a different outlook than most health care, and it was a relief to work with a team that 'gets it.' The facility is clean and more like a nice hotel than a nursing home. They have a lovely little outdoor patio, and are planning to renovate to create more protected outdoor space for residents next year. Rooms and bathrooms are nice, no complaints there. You can bring in your own furniture or use theirs. My mom, after going in peacefully (we told her she needed to be monitored for a medical issue for a few days) had a rough first week. She was very agitated the first day, and constantly called us for days. Through it all, the staff was so kind and respectful to her, and gave us advice on how to respond. The whole thing was of course very painful for us, but the frequent updates and communication and advice we received from Lindsay, Dana and the team went a long way towards helping us cope. My mom did start to settle after a couple weeks, and after a month was eating meals with others, participating in activities, and sleeping well. Now that she has been there for two months, I can honestly say my mother is looking younger than she has in years. She was miserable at home, lonely and confused and bored. Now, she seems so much less stressed, even standing up straighter, and there are even fewer wrinkles on her face. Though when we visit she still wants to go back to her old life (me too, mom), she is now safe, healthy, and has so much more stimulation and engagement than she did isolated at home. She got physical therapy to strengthen her against falls, she socializes with residents and staff, and they even go on outings to local parks or historical sites! The staff take her (and others) on walks in the wooded cemetery next door whenever weather allows. The way the staff interacts with residents is inspiring. Every staff member is trained to handle dementia, and they are all kind and friendly and respectful. I've learned a lot from them about how to react and what to say when visiting my mom. These people really care. I'm trying to include as much info as I can think of, since when I was searching for facilities it really helped to read accounts from others who had gone through this. The place is spotless whenever I've been there. They're in frequent communication (we can text or email Lindsay anytime) and solve any issues promptly. The staff seem well-paid and glad to be there. They have a concierge doctor you can use before/during/after transition, if needed, but can move your loved one to the facility medical staff whenever you're ready. My mom says the food is good and they have great cookies. (One of the activities they do each week is baking/cooking!) Thanks to Silverado, I'm confident that my mom is receiving the best care and quality of life she could possibly have, and I know they'll continue to be there supporting her (and us) every step of the rest of the way. It's expensive and self-pay, but if your loved one can afford it, it's the best place in the area by far.

Look no further ... we've been there, done that -- this place is the real deal!…read more For almost three years we cared for both parents with Dementia in our home - we had caregivers from big agencies, small agencies, independents and even our own dependents to help us. One year after my Mom passed away, we made the painful choice of moving my step-Dad into an assisted living/memory care community - and after visiting many different places ...well, we made the wrong choice! Go figure. We should've chosen Silverado... the great news is that he's there now! In December, 2019 we moved Tom from "Wrong Choice" Assisted Living Community to "Best Thing That Ever Happened" Silverado Memory Care after watching his physical and mental health spiral downward. When Tom arrived at Silverado he was catatonic, unresponsive, wheelchair bound and fed by hand; we weren't sure he would make it to the New Year. Who knew we were about to witness a Christmas miracle ... within ONE month - actually ONE week - Tom was back to his 'old self' -- walking, eating, laughing, thinking, solving, choosing, dancing, singing, engaging -- and oh ..even flirting {sigh} :) - Amazing how authentic care, true compassion and providing dignity and purpose can literally breathe life back into a soul. Grateful for all the angels at Silverado Alexandria Memory Care Community!

Our mom was at the Electric Ave facility…read more We choose Tyson Woods after being told out Mom needed to be placed in a nursing home where she could be watched more closely than her present assisted living. We love this facility. It is an assisted living in a "home" setting with a total of 8 residence. It was a very clean family atmosphere. Our mom was closely watched over and cared for by the most professional ,dedicated and loving staff. We are very grateful for the loving care given to our Mom. Thank you to all the staff for your dedication!

My mom has been at Tyson's Woods for the past 7 months. I can't say enough about how wonderful the…read morestaff is. They are professional and compassionate. The home is beau tiful and the food always smells delicious. The small environment is perfect.

The staff is very caring and attentive. They make their residents a priority at all times. The food…read moreis also very good! You won't regret choosing Chesterbrook for your loved ones!

My father has been a resident for over a year and he has been pretty happy. The other residents are…read morevery active and engaging. I have had many meals there and they have been consistently good quality and delicious. They have many activities, including local excursions to theaters and even a recent boat trip on the Potomac. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a safe, affordable, and comfortable place for their parents.

Sunrise's staff is so pleasant, caring, and patient. I feel my loved one is safe and well cared for…read morethere.

This facility, the staff and atmosphere are excellent. I have an elderly Mother who lives at…read moreSunrise Columbia. Like many of our elderly, there are challenges to be managed, many requiring a great deal of patience. The crew at Sunrise treat the residents with courtesy and kindness. This means a lot of me. Should anyone reading this review be faced with an elderly parent or family member requiring special attention, I hope you will give Sunrise Columbia a call. I can rest at ease knowing Mom is safe, nourished, receiving her medications on time and in good care. Having an elderly parent requiring specialized care is tough. Sunrise Columbia makes the journey through the experience manageable.

This was from the Director: Dianelle Gordon "Memory care Director"…read moreI had a very unprofessional experience during my interview process. I arrived 15 minutes early for my scheduled 11:30 AM interview and waited without any communication. After reaching out, I was told the interviewer was 'on the way,' however, she never showed up. Instead of acknowledging the situation, I was later told that their time was wasted, which was surprising given that I was early, punctual, and prepared. I understand that patient care comes first, but basic communication and respect for a candidate's time should still be maintained, especially in a leadership role. This experience reflects poor professionalism, lack of accountability, and disregard for others' time. I would not recommend applying here if you expect clear communication and respect. "Do not apply here proof is in the pudding!!!" Look at the times as well as she say two minutes which led to 25-30 extra weight time and she's rude to me?? I had pictures as well of the unprofessional behavior

My dear mother is living her best life, thanks to the Residences at Thomas Circle. She has a comfy…read moreapartment in the assisted living section. The staff strike a perfect balance of being on hand when she needs help while giving her space to live with as much independence as possible. We are super impressed with the caring professionalism of all the staff, medical, dining, activities, administrative, janitorial, you name it, they are terrific. The on-site physical therapy, hair salon, bistro, and movie theater are great resources that contribute to the high quality of life my mother is experiencing. The other residents are friendly and welcoming. My mom and I love spending time with this new group of friends. We often share a cup of coffee and conversation in the bistro. The Residences at Thomas Circle is wonderful in every way!

My mom has been at the Wellington for almost two years and I am very pleased with the care and…read moreattention she receives. The building itself is very clean and the kitchen staff make wonderful meals that the residents enjoy in an elevated country club environment. The nursing staff are friendly, kind comforting and lovable and the activities directors are very good at what they do keeping things well organized and fun for the seniors. My mom is comfortable and feels at home. We are very happy here.

The Wellington at Lake Manassas is beautiful! Brady is knowledgeable, helpful and professional.read more

My mother is in the Memory unit at Kensington Park. She's getting very good care, around the clock…read more She likes the food a lot - much more than what her in-home caregivers used to prepare. There are musical performances and other cultural and healthful activities. It's difficult for anyone to adjust to a new environment, and even more so for an elderly person with dementia. The Kensington Park staff do their best to welcome and acclimate new residents - which, with the added problem of Covid, is a challenge. They are kind and attentive, dealing with irritability and other behaviors with grace and patience. The management is very open to communication from family members and every issue is addressed. Visits from family members are easily scheduled. It's a good place.

The supervisor, Christine (I believe) is in the wrong line of work. I went to visit a lady I cared…read morefor for almost 2 years and was told evening visiting was canceled. This was a direct lie to my face. Subsequently, I spoke to my friends' daughter who told me "since her mother broke her arm, she was not participating in activities, and was too tired from too many visitors. The supervisor's recommendation was no visitors other than once a week from each daughter, as per my friend. My friend is 97 yeaars old. The elderly NEED verbal stimulation, not isolation. My friend, the elderly lady, does not like this place and has expressed it in no uncertain terms. My experience with ideas like this ends in the life of the elderly person in less than 8 weeks. My friend (the daughter) has placed her mother in a prison because caing for her mother is an inconvenience.