Sunrise at Mount Vernon is a continuing care retirement community in Virginia with 85 beds and an Executive Director, offering many types of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, short-term stays, hospice care, and Dignity Home Care, so residents can get the help they need as their needs change, whether that's daily assistance, medication management, or help with eating, bathing, and dressing. There are care programs like the Reminiscence Program and Terrace Club for people living with Alzheimer's or other memory disorders, with secure suites, a Memory Care dining room with a fireplace, a relaxed lounge, and personalized decor to help everyone feel comfortable and safe. The staff assists with wellness, personal care, and medication, and they're available 24 hours a day, plus there's an onsite skilled care team and a beautician, so residents get professional help with grooming or complex medical needs without leaving the community.
There's a strong focus on providing privacy, structured activity programs, and a vibrant social environment, with both indoor and outdoor common areas where people can relax or visit, including living rooms with bookshelves and fireplaces, a recreation room with a billiard table, and an inviting patio with wicker and rocking chairs under the trees. Residents can enjoy daily meals with vegetarian choices, private and community dining spaces, a kitchenette in some suites, and a model unit available for tours. The dining rooms are set up to feel elegant but still homey, and the Memory Care area has soft seating and large windows, so there's a gentle, familiar feel throughout the building.
Sunrise at Mount Vernon supports aging in place, so residents don't need to move if their health changes, and there's a full offering of short-term or respite care, with flexible stays from a day to a month or more. People can access transportation, either at no charge or for a fee, and there's parking on-site, with the property near bus lines to make getting around simpler. Activities happen on-site and off-site to help residents stay active and connected, with social, educational, and spiritual programs open to everyone, and there are devotional services both inside and outside for those who need spiritual support. Features like full tubs, wheelchair accessible showers, pet accommodations, and an emphasis on individual wellness make it easier for seniors to live comfortably and independently. Sunrise at Mount Vernon is recognized as a quality care provider in Virginia, and the staff offers person-centered care based on the Principles of Service, making sure seniors and families have peace of mind without the pressure of a traditional nursing home setting. Tours are open for families to see the grounds, model units, and daily routines.
