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Potomac Falls Health & Rehab Center in Sterling, VA

Potomac Falls Health & Rehab Center is a nursing home community in Sterling, VA.

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Potomac Falls Health & Rehab Center in Sterling, VA

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46531 Harry Byrd Highway, Sterling, VA 20164

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

4.4 from 118 reviews
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4 stars
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Overall Review of Potomac Falls Health & Rehab Center

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Staff responsiveness and caring

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff who respond quickly and treat people with patience.

Many reviews highlight staff members as kind, attentive, and willing to help during day-to-day needs and moments of urgency. Several families mention frequent check-ins, proactive communication, and staff taking time to address concerns and keep updates flowing. A few negative reviews also criticize care responsiveness and professionalism, including delays and missed help, but the overall pattern in the reviews is that people feel supported by the team.

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Clean facility and comfortable rooms

Residents and visitors frequently mention a clean, well-kept building and rooms.

Cleanliness comes up often, with reviews describing a spotless facility, clean rooms, and a generally pleasant environment. Some people also mention comfort details like spacious rooms and a positive, calm feel. There are also a few reports of unpleasant odors or hygiene problems, including concerns about not being cleaned promptly.

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Therapy support for rehab

Rehabilitation therapy is a frequent focus, with reviewers describing active PT and OT involvement.

Several reviews mention physical and occupational therapy as part of the rehab experience, including therapists coming to a resident’s room or working at a dedicated PT area. Families describe progress over days, along with staff motivating exercise and supporting safe movement. A minority of reviews express that expectations for care and treatment were not met, including concerns about delays in getting help and changes in condition during the stay.

  • A therapist assists an elderly person with a walker during a rehabilitation session.
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Activities and outings keep residents engaged

Residents are described as having activities and outings that help them stay engaged.

Multiple reviews point to meaningful activity programming, including resident participation, inclusive engagement, and activities center support. Religious services and planned offsite devotional visits are also mentioned by a visitor who attends monthly. One review notes a more limited experience, describing extended periods of waiting for help outside of scheduled time, but other accounts describe days filled with opportunities to socialize and get out.

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Dining quality is mixed

Food gets both praise and complaints, including concerns about meal satisfaction and dietary needs.

Some reviewers say the food is tasty or looks good, and a few mention timely meal delivery and staff being helpful around meals. Others report dissatisfaction, including that meals were not good, that residents had difficulty getting proper help around eating, or that dietary requests were not consistently followed. A negative review also describes meals that did not meet a stated preference, adding to the split in dining experiences.

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Features

Housing

  • 150 resident community capacity 150 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • 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

  • Washington Dulles International (6 miles away) Washington Dulles International (6 miles away)
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National (22 miles away) Ronald Reagan Washington National (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
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • 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
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • 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 part of Sterling, Virginia offers a variety of amenities and services that may be appealing to seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient living environment. With several reputable physicians, pharmacies, and hospitals in close proximity, residents can easily access healthcare services when needed. Additionally, the abundance of restaurants and cafes provide plenty of dining options for those who enjoy eating out. The presence of theaters and parks nearby offer opportunities for entertainment and recreational activities. The convenient access to rental car agencies and Washington Dulles International Airport also make travel more accessible for those looking to explore or visit loved ones. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded mix of essential services and leisure options that can contribute to a fulfilling senior living experience.

Physicians

  • Loudoun ENT Specialists (1.1 miles)
  • The Retina Group of Washington (1.4 miles)
  • Radiology Imaging Associates (1.5 miles)
  • No Va Dermatology Vein & Surgery Center (3.2 miles)
  • MyEyeDr (3.9 miles)
  • Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (5.3 miles)
  • Leesburg Sterling Family Practice (5.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Sweetwater Tavern (1.3 miles)
  • KFC (1.4 miles)
  • The Cheesecake Factory (1.9 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.9 miles)
  • Pizza Hut (2.8 miles)
  • Champs Pizza (3.5 miles)
  • Silver Diner (3.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Target Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • Wegmans (2.9 miles)
  • Wegmans Pharmacy Dulles (3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.7 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Dulles Town Center (1.9 miles)
  • Regal Entertainment Group (2 miles)
  • Alamo Drafthouse One Loudoun (4 miles)
  • Brambleton Town Center (8.2 miles)
  • Regal Fox 4DX & IMAX (8.4 miles)

Parks

  • Out (2.6 miles)
  • Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority (2.6 miles)
  • Bles Park (4.5 miles)
  • Trailside Park (6.6 miles)
  • Great Falls Park (7.5 miles)
  • Potomac Station Playground (8.5 miles)
  • Aberdeen Park (8.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Reston Hospital Nursery (4.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Budget Rent A Car (4.8 miles)
  • National Car Rental (4.9 miles)
  • Avis Rent A Car (5 miles)
  • Hertz Rent A Car (5.1 miles)
  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) (5.8 miles)
  • Dulles Airport Arrivals (5.8 miles)
  • Main Terminal (5.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (5.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.7 miles)
  • Cafein (9 miles)
  • Chateau De Chantilly Cafe (9 miles)

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