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Sunrise of Old Town in Alexandria, VA

Sunrise of Old Town is an assisted living and memory care community in Alexandria, VA.

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Sunrise of Old Town in Alexandria, VA

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  • Interior

    A modern reception area with a staircase and stylish decor.
  • Decor

    A stylish and modern living room with comfortable seating and elegant decor.
  • Living Room

    A modern and elegant living space featuring a dining area with a grand piano, stylish chandelier, and vibrant decor.
  • Bedroom

    A modern and cozy bedroom with stylish decor, featuring a neatly made bed with colorful pillows, large windows with elegant curtains, and a comfortable armchair.
  • Windows

    A cozy living room featuring a white sofa, colorful curtains, and warm lighting.
  • Dining

    A cozy living and dining area with elegant furniture and soft lighting.
  • Lighting

    A spacious and elegantly designed dining room with multiple tables and chairs, featuring stylish lighting and decor.
  • Artwork

    A luxurious spa setting featuring a pedicure chair and elegant floral decor.
  • Seating Area

    A well-organized seating area facing a large television, resembling a small conference room or home theater.
  • Fireplace

    A cozy living room interior featuring a fireplace, comfortable seating, and elegant decor.
  • Bathroom

    A well-organized bathroom with a shower, toilet, and neatly arranged towels.
  • Chandelier

    A luxurious dining room with elegant chandeliers and a beautifully set table.
  • Office

    A modern office workspace with two computers, comfortable chairs, and decorative artwork on the walls.
  • Salon

    A stylish hair salon interior with a mirror, sink, and comfortable chair.

400 North Washington Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.9 from 112 reviews
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Overall Review of Sunrise of Old Town

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Dining and chef get mixed notes

The chef and food quality are a clear point of contention in reviews.

Some residents and visitors speak positively about the food and highlight the chef. Others criticize the chef’s professionalism and describe the food as part of broader quality issues after management changes. Overall, dining is not mentioned in a consistently positive way.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Staffing and management concerns recur

Several reviews raise concerns about staffing levels and leadership effectiveness.

A recurring criticism is that staffing is insufficient, including reports of delays getting help. There are also complaints about management and leadership after ownership changes, with reviewers saying issues were not resolved. A few reviews are more upbeat about the care team, but the negative staffing and leadership comments show up more than once.

common 3 reviews mention this

Activities and concierge support stand out

Residents describe staying engaged through activities and on-site support.

Multiple reviews mention daily activities that keep residents mentally engaged, along with an active, supportive community feel. Several residents also highlight concierge staff and resident leadership involvement, describing it as part of what keeps them involved. Visitors and families also point to signature programs and a variety of activities when discussing what the community offers.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Continuing learning programs Continuing learning programs
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Family education and support services Family education and support services
  • Family private dining rooms Family private dining rooms
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Located close to restaurants Located close to restaurants
  • Located close to shopping centers Located close to shopping centers
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor patio Outdoor patio
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Religious/meditation center Religious/meditation center
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Swimming pool Swimming pool
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National (3 miles away) Ronald Reagan Washington National (3 miles away)
  • Washington Dulles International (24 miles away) Washington Dulles International (24 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Respite program Respite program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell (0.3 miles)
  • Jeni S Splendid I (0.3 miles)
  • Vola’s Dockside Grill and Hi-Tide Lounge (0.5 miles)
  • Blackwall Hitch (0.5 miles)
  • Virtue Feed and Grain (0.5 miles)
  • Union Street Public House (0.5 miles)
  • Ada's on the River (0.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Mae's Market and Cafe (0.4 miles)
  • For Five Coffee (0.8 miles)
  • Junction Bakery & Bistro (1 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.7 miles)
  • Philz Coffee (5.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Braddock Road Metro Station (0.5 miles)
  • King Street - Old Town Metro Station (0.8 miles)
  • Amtrak (0.9 miles)
  • Eisenhower Avenue Metro Station (1.5 miles)
  • TSA PreCheck (2.7 miles)
  • Terminal A (2.8 miles)
  • Delta Sky Club (3 miles)

Parks

  • Waterfront Park (0.5 miles)
  • Huntley Meadows Park (2.2 miles)
  • Gravelly Point Park (3.9 miles)
  • Long Bridge Park (4 miles)
  • East Potomac Park (4.9 miles)
  • Southwest Duck Pond (5.1 miles)
  • The Yards Park (5.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.7 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Hoffman Center 22 (1.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Telegraph Corner Family Medicine (2.4 miles)
  • Patient First - Alexandria (2.6 miles)
  • Diagnostic Radiology (5.2 miles)
  • American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (5.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • St Elizabeths Hospital (4.1 miles)
  • Inova Mount Vernon Hospital (4.9 miles)
  • Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Emergency Room (5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Peter's School on Capitol Hill (5.7 miles)

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