Spring Hills Mount Vernon is a three-story senior living community that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The building is wheelchair accessible and has both studio housing options and a separate memory care building with secure entrances, alarm bracelets, and specialized programs for residents who wander or have dementia-related issues. The staff includes licensed nurses and a doctor on call, and they're available 24 hours a day to help with medication, activities of daily living like bathing and dressing, and health needs including mechanical lifts, incontinence care, and light to heavy assistance.
Residents can bring their cats or dogs thanks to the PAW program, and Spring Hills Mount Vernon has a pet-friendly policy that encourages pets as part of daily living. People here eat meal plans that include restaurant-style dining with vegetarian choices, and meals are tailored for dietary needs and preferences, which many residents enjoy in the communal dining room, on the southern-style veranda, or sometimes in their own rooms. There's a beautician and barber onsite, plus podiatrist, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy services through healthcare partners, and the community offers hospice, respite, and home care services as well. They offer devotional services on site and off site too.
The facility has indoor and outdoor common areas, fitness and recreation options, accessible showers and full tubs, high-speed internet, a smoking area outdoors, and a resident parking lot. Activities range from fitness classes, art workshops, game nights, and offsite outings, to live entertainment and group trips, aiming to keep everyone active and social. Staff organize community events, and there's a focus on mental, physical, and emotional wellness, with programs tailored for people with memory loss, mild cognitive impairment, or major behavior issues. Every resident gets a personalized care plan, and the clinical team coordinates care transitions when needed, making sure residents feel safe and supported.
Residents can use complimentary transportation for errands or events, and the team at Spring Hills Mount Vernon develops a close, family-like bond with people living there. The whole place has a warm and welcoming feeling, with a big veranda, big divided pane windows, and details meant to make everyone comfortable and safe. The community is recognized for its well-kept grounds, attention to safety, and holistic approach to connecting mind, body, and spirit. Seniors who live here can find independent options, active social lives, help with care, specialized help for conditions like dementia or Alzheimer's, and dedicated staff support. Spring Hills Mount Vernon also offers home care services in the Alexandria area with aides who can help with companionship and non-medical needs. The staff tries to deliver respectful and compassionate care, creating a comfortable, nurturing environment for every senior.