If you are lucky enough to get their loved one into Cherry dale, consider yourself charmed. I read…read morethe reviews for Cherrydale so I interviewed patients outside in the courtyard. What they told me is "Cherrydale is quirky but your loved one will get better" and this "place is better than a facility in Fairfax because there are single rooms as opposed to being three in a room". Based on this, I wholeheartedly pursued getting my father into Cherrydale. The rooms are nice, like a Marriott Hotel and the fitness and rehab center and rehab staff are excellent. Due to the COVID era, Cherrydale was short staffed so every now and then I asked the nurses for fresh sheets and changed my father's bed or helped him clean-up but my father was improving dramatically every day with the physical fitness. He came in a wheel chair, he left being able to walk without a walker. They have an excellent team so to have the most success 1) track your patient and communicate needs or questions with your social worker assigned to their case, 2) talk to the team that helps with discharge. Do not wait to get instructions for medicine and home care to the day before. With supply shortages, you need to prepare for discharge a week in advance. Ask the nurses to train you on anything --they offer family training but you have to ask in advance and you have to participate. Cherrydale gave my father a second chapter at 82. Three out of four doctors told me to take my father who was bed bound home to die after a serious case of pnuemonia where he became bed ridden. Four months later, my father is able walk almost 10,000 steps a day, entertain friends, and do house projects. Every time I see him, I am shocked at his recovery and I know it would not be possible without the program at Cherrydale. I am overjoyed and grateful. No one should take this place for granted and put your expectations into check. Your patient will get out of it what they put into it. Several patients told me my father would have to be encouraged to do his PT every day so for several weeks, I went to Cherrydale at lunch time to make sure he was getting his PT done. This advice was very smart. He resisted it many times but in the end I know he would not be walking 10k steps a day without this place.

TRAVELING THERAPISTS, EYES HERE!!!…read more As a traveling therapist, I would strongly advise other therapists to think carefully before accepting an assignment at Cherrydale Health & Rehabilitation Center in Arlington, VA. My experience at this facility was one of the most disappointing and exhausting assignments I have ever taken. The management style, particularly from the DOR and ADOR, felt extremely micromanaging. Rather than feeling supported as a clinician, I constantly felt scrutinized and monitored. What was most discouraging was the lack of recognition and appreciation for therapists' hard work. No matter how much effort therapists put into patient care, evaluations, documentation, and maintaining productivity, those efforts often went unnoticed. Instead, management seemed to wait for mistakes to happen and then magnify them. Small errors were heavily emphasized, while dedication, hard work, and positive contributions were rarely acknowledged. The focus often felt more centered on what therapists did wrong rather than everything they did right. One of the biggest issues was the caseload. It was not uncommon to have 15-18 patients scheduled in a day, with some days reaching 19 patients. Evaluations were frequently added on top of full treatment schedules, making it extremely difficult to provide quality care, complete documentation, coordinate with nursing and families, and stay within an eight-hour workday. The expectations often felt unrealistic and unsustainable. What made the situation even more frustrating was the lack of concern for therapist well-being. Burnout was obvious, yet management appeared to be more focused on productivity numbers and billable minutes than on whether therapists were physically and mentally exhausted. The message many therapists received was that the minutes mattered more than the people providing the care. The environment created a culture where many therapists felt undervalued and overworked. During my time there, I witnessed multiple therapists and employees become frustrated, discouraged, and burned out. Several employees resigned effective immediately rather than giving traditional notice. While everyone has their own reasons for leaving, concerns regarding workload, micromanagement, stress, and burnout were common themes. A large percentage of the therapy department consisted of travelers, which raises legitimate questions about staff retention, workplace culture, and employee satisfaction. When a facility struggles to retain permanent staff and relies heavily on travelers, it often reflects deeper organizational issues. My contract recently ended, and I can honestly say this was one of the most exhausting assignments I have experienced. What is most telling is that my concerns were not unique. Many of the traveling therapists I worked alongside shared the same frustrations regarding management, micromanagement, workload, lack of appreciation, and the overall culture of the department. For therapists considering an assignment here, I strongly encourage speaking with current and former employees before accepting a position. Patient care should always come first, but therapists also deserve to work in an environment where their hard work is recognized, their efforts are appreciated, and they are treated as healthcare professionals rather than productivity machines.

Saw Megan 2x week for several weeks to rehabilitate after a Jones fracture. She's a Rock star. She…read moreknew what to do and explained why. The place gets pretty crowded around lunchtime and after work. I preferred the off hours. They recently opened a much needed room across the hall. There is free parking in the back.

Strongly recommend the Arlington (Ballston/Marymount) location for Medstar Health Physical Therapy…read more I had total ankle replacement surgery performed in mid-February, and started my physical therapy sessions about 3 weeks later. My PT sessions alternated between Maggie and Kris twice a week until late May, when my visits tapered off to once a week until completion of my therapy in mid- to late-June. Both Maggie and Kris are consummate professionals, friendly and engaging but also acutely aware of what I could (and couldn't do) at the various stages of my recovery. Without their help, I would not have recovered as quickly - and as strongly - as I did. They were very knowledgeable, while still being careful, about expanding my ankle's range of motion and building its strength, which in turn gave me more confidence in the progress of my recovery. Because of their prudent treatment and careful prodding, I was starting neighborhood walks by late March, resumed bike riding in early May, and started hitting golf balls again in mid-May. By the end of May, I was taking 25 mile bike rides and playing 18 holes of golf - well ahead of my anticipated recovery schedule. I'm very grateful for their treatment and professionalism, as well as for the work of the staff at Medstar PT Arlington. My treatment overlapped with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the protocols at Medstar were very solid. I would highly recommend their services to anyone in need of PT.

Katie, one of the nurses who works on the 3rd floor is the best!…read more Everytime I have any questions, whether it be specifically about my brother, or anything else related to his care she's right on it. I can tell from the way she works & answers my questions that she knows what she's doing. She's always very nice and helpful to me anytime I have a question or problem. I appreciate all she does for the 3rd floor residents. Thank You Katie!

I'm very grateful to the team at Regency Care of Arlington for the care they provide to my husband…read more The nurses, CNAs, and administration are all professional, attentive, and compassionate. They treat him with dignity and kindness, and I truly appreciate their hard work and dedication every day. It gives me peace of mind knowing he is in good hands. Thank you all so much

Alicia was the best! I would highly recommend her. She worked with our schedule and great care.read more

I love Avalon Home Health. Alicia, the nurse, has been so supportive and encouraging, giving such…read moregood advice and explaining things for me. I love Alex, my PT, who goes above and beyond. I can feel how much of a difference his workouts make. I get a secure shower. I am really grateful to the entire staff of Avalon. They really are the best.

One of the worst. I've seen a few facilities (both parents had rehab) this is by far the worst…read more If you can afford it or have a choice go elsewhere. I have personally seen patents ignored while staff checked phone. Totally in appropriate meals served multiple times - even though assured situation would be addressed. Staff who could not be made to understand because they did not speak any English. Non-existent MD.

Type of care: Rehab Care Quality: Several caring aides amid…read moreutter chaos. Nurses can be unresponsive for two, three or more hours when patient hits call button. Then, nurse gets rude and angry when a patient with good cognition presses. Can't imagine how memory-impaired patients fare. One highly reputable NP who toured and reviewed the place urged me to get my loved one OUT. A physician with patients onsite took me aside and confirmed they knew of issues. A home health care agency did the same. Office Experience: Mixed and some pleasant people if you can find them, but managment is disorganized, without a plan, inconsistent in oversight. The front desk staff is excellent. The PT we had was quite good. Management lacks transparency in communicating to patients what our federal government requires. The state and feds all know this; read reports on the facility's past performance and current status. Facility is substandard. Look up measures for what your patient requires for safety, and compare to Medicare and industry recommendations by the best medical professionals. If you feel unequipped to do this yourself, bring a neighbor who's a medical professional with you. HINT: Most Americans are desperate for care, haven't a clue what to look for or scrutinize, and take the BS bait. DO NOT. Your loved one only has one life. NOTE: In April 2026, this facility is currently under review for accreditation by the State of Virginia and, as our home health care company advised me but I did not othewise know, Medicare. NOTE #2: America is desperate for places to "put" people, but the longstanding nationwide perception about nursing homes/rehab centers persists. Do an online search of "documentaries about nursing homes" and see what turns up. Enough said. ADDITIONAL NOTE: Virginia's Department of Health documents Vierra's seriously improper drug administration in June 2024. The state site indicates, unless they are not up to date that the facility HAS NOT been recertified as free and clear of this defect in its operations, which could be fatal for any affected patient. READ and beware: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/96/2025/02/Vierra-Falls-Standard-6.4.24.pdf

This started with a 3 fusion neck spine, Inova Alexandria Hospital then Inova Mount Vernon (IMV)…read morethen Alexandria Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center (ARHC). At IMV I had one-on-one with PT (physical therapy), OT (occupational therapy) and SLP (speech language pathology) therapies, eight days, 21 hours. If I am wrong and the first day did not have any therapies then there were "only" 18 hours. That is real rehabilitation. ARHC is not rehabilitation. There were seven full days, the first was Friday and and absolutely no therapy on that Friday. All ARHC therapies are half hours. l add two more just to help things so there are better; that's 4 hours. To make it "fair" I'll chop off one IMV day to get them equal; that's 15 hours. ARHC is 27% compared for the same numbers of days. Rehabilitation? At ARHC I do not know if there is any SLP at ARHC; I did not get any SLP. The PT and OT staff are pretty good but have an environment not easy. Most have two or some even have more than two patients and few patients are just sitting on a chair. The "gym" is small and and the equipment very few, not good. Two exercise bicycles, a new one where the hand bar and pedals have no connection, strange and never to use again. An older and much better but the LEDs all gone so the therapy used their cell phone and tells a few things while someone else is doing something slow and more time. Most of the time were with 3 pound dumbballs, watched and counted but after twice done almost alone. The balance board was also good with the therapy placed to catch if I stumbled or let me between two rails. I've had bowel problems. That cause was not the ARHC staff. The problem was that after the mess it took more than 10 minutes to not get help with the red button. There were about 30 feet from my door with about four staff were chatting real loud (if not screaming) and I left my door not wearing any pants going to the other end to the desk at the hall end. Someone caught me real fast (not physical) and got back to fix it. That helped clean me up but it took more than a day to get the toilet and floor "reasonably" clean but not really clean. The food was the worst I have ever had. To be honest I am very picky and that does not mean that I what I like is what most people do like. But how could every patient get exactly the same thing that every one gets? How well do almost everyone think cooked food that is barely warm is OK. Some do actually have warm parts, but only in the middle and bottom on the plate, or you learn that you can get your plate heated in the microwave with those who bring and take the food. I like oatmeal cereal, when I cook it as the box says and use some milk and sugar. I tried them several times and spit them out. They were mostly cool not warm, sticky, tasteless, some lumpy, other times ground to nothing. I like scrambled eggs; these were OK and I ate all even if not warm. I ate about 20% of what I was willing the entire time I was there. The last full day I had a dizzy like never before and they put me in a wheelchair. They use a cuff and my heart was about 80/50 or 50/80. They sort of said I needed to eat if I wanted to live. I think that's enough. george.shaffer@comcast.net

Alexandria Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a safe, secure, well-maintained facility with…read morecaring staff that delivers compassionate, person-centered care to their patients every day.

Lovely Mother's Day Tea at the Kensington. We are blessed that our mom found this new next phase…read moreof life family. Daily live music, families welcome to meals and lots of special events! The staff truly cares

Under staffed. Lacks staff training including sensitivity training. Staff are often rude to…read moreresidents. Communication is poor. Management is not on top of it. Has so much potential but Falls short.

After submission of this review, I was told to reach out to Jennifer Patrick, an administrator at…read moreWoodbine. She turned this experience around 360 degrees. She listened, and then took action. She was empathetic throughout the process and communicated frequently to ensure me and my family were taken care of. I was honestly extremely surprised (and grateful) considering how terrible my first experience was at the facility. I'm not sure who I spoke to on that first day, but Jennifer connected me with Dr Moustafa and Dr Siddiqui who were extraordinarily kind, considerate, and empathetic throughout this very difficult time. Thank you, Woodbine team, appreciate you all.

Horrible care My loved one had to be rushed to the hospital with sepsis that no one noticed till…read moreI got there Also horrible oversight and rehabilitation very uncaring and was known to be bad by the ER docs when we got to the hospital

My grandmother had a short stay here as she passed away this evening. Fatima Kamara and Mayatan…read moreFontana were extremely disrespectful. I was attempting to reach a family member on my personal phone to let them know about her passing and Mayatan yelled and me and put her finger in my face. Her supervisor attempted to lecture me and interrupt family conversations that we were having in person. I explained to her that I wasn't addressing her and to give me a moment to finish my conversation. She responded with "good I don't want to talk to you" along with other rude language. Additionally, my grandma was here under a week so we were not able to bring any of her belongings. As I was checking drawers I found them full of hair and trash that did not belong to my grandmother. The bath tub in this room appeared to have dried blood which again couldn't have been my grandmothers since she was already in her dying stages. The walls were dirty with what appeared to be urine under the sink. The conditions and cleanliness of this place is disgusting. The rooms were hot, their a/c doesn't seem to work in some rooms. Electrical issues everywhere. Do your loved one a favor and do not bring them to this place

My sister was admitted after a long stay in the hospital to get rehabilitation. The facility was…read moreaware that she was being moved but upon her arrival they were disorganized and could not locate a room for her. After 2-3 days in the facility, she was finally visited by the residing physician and social worker. Neither of them seemed to have any information on why she was there and what type of assistance she was requiring. I as her emergency contact have yet to receive an update on the status of my sister's stay. I have made it a point to visit with my sister EVERY single day and have noticed the facility is in need of repair. It is outdated and needs a major refresh, the facility seems very rundown and not very clean. My sister has been in the facility for over a week now and she told me that she saw a mouse in her room; I am discharging her this weekend to continue her rehab from home. On a side note - my sister has told me that the nurses talk loudly about the patients and while there are some good nurses there the lion share seemed overwhelmed with the amount of patients to staff. Their bedside manner practices are questionable. If you have any elderly family in this facility, I am begging you to drop by and check on them to ensure they are receiving the proper care. Just my opinion, I think this facility is a money grab and from head down; doctors, social workers, nurses, cleaning staff get a failing grade. This place needs an overhaul NOW!