Envoy of Alexandria

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Envoy of Alexandria

Envoy of Alexandria is a nursing home community in Alexandria, VA.

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900 Virginia Ave, Alexandria, VA 22302

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

4.2 from 141 reviews
5 stars
101
4 stars
12
3 stars
3
2 stars
3
1 stars
22

Envoy of Alexandria Costs & Pricing

Envoy of Alexandria offers competitive pricing for its residents, particularly when compared to local and state averages. For a semi-private room, the cost is $5,970 per month, which is slightly below the average in Alexandria city at $6,181 but significantly higher than Virginia's state average of $3,991. In contrast, the monthly rate for a private room at Envoy is set at $6,570 - this surpasses Alexandria city's average of $4,856 and is also above the state average of $4,684. These figures suggest that while Envoy provides a higher-quality experience that may justify its costs, potential residents should weigh these prices against their budget and desired amenities.

Floor plansEnvoy of AlexandriaAlexandria cityVirginia
Semi-Private$5,970$6,181$3,991
Private$6,570$4,856$4,684

Overall Review of Envoy of Alexandria

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Care staff are often praised

Residents and families frequently describe staff as caring, professional, and responsive.

A large share of reviews focus on how kind and attentive staff feel day to day, including nurses and CNAs answering call needs and helping with recovery tasks. Several reviewers also call out professionalism and teamwork across nursing, administration, and therapy. A few reviews take the opposite view, describing neglect, unresponsiveness, and understaffing, but the overall tone in many comments is supportive care.

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Cleanliness gets mixed feedback

Hygiene and odors are a recurring concern in some reviews.

Some reviews describe the facility as clean and fresh, including clean hallways and bathrooms and a general lack of unpleasant odor. Others report strong urine or feces odor, dirty rooms or bathrooms, and hygiene lapses like linens not being changed. Together, the comments suggest cleanliness can vary and is something prospective residents and families may want to verify on a visit.

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Therapy support comes up often

Reviews commonly mention physical and occupational therapy during stays.

Multiple reviewers describe therapy teams positively, including physical therapy and occupational therapy supporting mobility and recovery goals. There are also references to therapy staff being understanding of individual needs. Some critical reviews complain about therapy timing or being stretched too thin, but overall rehabilitation services are a consistent topic in the feedback.

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Activities are highlighted by residents

Residents and families mention structured activities and an active activities team.

Several reviews praise the activities director and describe residents participating in scheduled activities, with attention even for bedridden patients. Other comments mention family visits and community events like a pizza party, reinforcing that social time is built into the experience. A few reviews don’t discuss activities directly, but when they do, the tone is generally positive.

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Food quality is another divide

Dining satisfaction varies widely across reviews.

Some reviewers say the food is good or decent, and one notes enjoying the meals. Others report food that’s inedible or portions that feel too small, including criticism related to diabetic-appropriate choices. Because the dining comments swing from positive to strongly negative, families may want to ask how meals are tailored to specific diets.

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Pricing is questioned as expensive

A couple of reviews question the value of the cost.

At least a few reviewers feel the fees don’t match the level of service they experienced. One review cites a self-pay daily rate and another suggests the price isn’t reflective of the service quality. Along with the overall review mix on care and hygiene, cost is a factor to weigh during tours and questions about what’s included.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 111 resident community capacity 111 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private Private
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • 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 (22 miles away) Washington Dulles International (22 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

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

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Alexandria, Virginia offers a variety of amenities and services that would cater well to seniors looking for convenience and accessibility. With several parks nearby such as Huntley Meadows Park and Waterfront Park, residents can enjoy nature walks and outdoor activities. Additionally, there are multiple pharmacies in close proximity for easy access to medication and medical supplies. The area also boasts a selection of restaurants and cafes, providing options for dining out or grabbing a quick bite to eat. In terms of transportation, there are metro stations nearby as well as Amtrak services for convenient travel options. For entertainment, there is the AMC Hoffman Center 22 theater for enjoying movies. Healthcare needs can be met with nearby physician offices and hospitals like St Elizabeths Hospital within a reasonable distance. Overall, this part of Alexandria offers a blend of recreational opportunities, dining choices, medical services, and transportation options ideal for seniors considering senior living in the area.

Parks

  • Huntley Meadows Park (0.2 miles)
  • Waterfront Park (2.5 miles)
  • Long Bridge Park (3.1 miles)
  • Gravelly Point Park (3.3 miles)
  • Glencarlyn Park (3.5 miles)
  • East Potomac Park (4.3 miles)
  • Bluemont Junction Trail (4.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.9 miles)
  • Joe Theismann's Restaurant (1.7 miles)
  • Port City Brewing Company (1.9 miles)
  • McDonald's (2 miles)
  • Jeni S Splendid I (2 miles)
  • Taco Bell (2.1 miles)
  • Taco Bell (2.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Junction Bakery & Bistro (1.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.5 miles)
  • For Five Coffee (1.7 miles)
  • Mae's Market and Cafe (2.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.3 miles)
  • Tatte Bakery & Cafe (4.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Braddock Road Metro Station (1.5 miles)
  • Amtrak (1.6 miles)
  • King Street - Old Town Metro Station (1.6 miles)
  • Eisenhower Avenue Metro Station (1.8 miles)
  • TSA PreCheck (2.3 miles)
  • Terminal A (2.3 miles)
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Metro Station (2.5 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Hoffman Center 22 (1.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Telegraph Corner Family Medicine (2.4 miles)
  • Patient First - Alexandria (3.2 miles)
  • American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (4.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • St Elizabeths Hospital (4.9 miles)

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