The Kensington Falls Church
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The Kensington Falls Church is an assisted living and memory care community in Falls Church, VA.
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700 West Broad Street, Falls Church, VA 22046
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents describe medication management and coordination with medical appointments.
Several residents and families specifically call out hands-on support with medicines, plus coordinating labs and specialist appointments. One family also describes how transportation and escort help reduce the work of staying on top of medical needs.
Dining stands out for many families, with frequent praise for meals.
Food shows up often in the reviews, including descriptions of multi-course dinners, chef attention, and dining room meals that families feel good about. Some residents and visitors also mention variety through regular menus and special offerings, and one review notes a menu and daily dining hours as a positive.
Residents describe a steady stream of activities and events.
Reviews frequently mention scheduled activities, music, and opportunities to stay engaged, including outings and themed events. Families also describe programming that helps residents participate at their preferred level, with both group activities and day-to-day options that reduce idle time.
Some reviewers feel the pricing is high for the care experience they saw.
A couple of reviews raise cost directly, including one that calls the community pricey while still saying it is very nice. Another review questions value at a rate above $16,000 per month and describes dissatisfaction with staffing and support, especially around care needs and supervision.
Reviews frequently mention a clean, welcoming environment.
Multiple visitors and families comment on cleanliness and how the community feels when you walk in. A few also describe the space as warm or home-like, alongside being well maintained and comfortable for residents and family visits.
Staff kindness and responsiveness are a frequent theme across reviews.
Many reviews describe the care team and other staff as welcoming, kind, and attentive, with frequent mention of communication and listening. Several families also credit staff with making transitions smoother and with maintaining residents’ comfort and dignity day to day.
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21 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Ronald Reagan Washington National (8 miles away) Washington Dulles International (15 miles away)
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system 24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers Coordination with health care providers Dementia waiver
Diabetes diet
Hospice waiver Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions Specialized memory care programming
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities Scheduled daily activitiesThe Kensington Falls Church is located at 700 West Broad Street, Falls Church, VA 22046 in Falls Church city, Virginia
The Kensington Falls Church offers a comprehensive array of features designed to enhance the well-being and quality of life for residents with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Assistance with dressing, bathing, and transfers supports personal hygiene and dignity, while assistance with activities of daily living ensures that residents maintain their independence as much as possible. Medication management is critical in preventing complications from missed doses or incorrect prescriptions, thereby promoting health stability. Meal preparation and service cater to dietary needs, ensuring proper nutrition which can significantly impact cognitive function. Transportation arrangements facilitate access to medical appointments, reinforcing health management through coordinated care with healthcare providers. The 24-hour supervision provides peace of mind for families and ensures immediate support if needed. Additionally, specialized memory care programming and activities are tailored to engage cognitive function and social interaction, while mental wellness programs focus on emotional well-being. Together, these services create a supportive environment that promotes safety, dignity, and overall mental health for those navigating the challenges of memory impairment.
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