Cogir of West End Alexandria

June 2026

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Alisha Coleman

Wonderful property! Kelly was so nice and gave my mom and I a great tour. The whole staff was welcoming and the property has lots of amenities with more upgrades to come!

April 2026

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Selena Wilberforce -Akogyiram

Very Beautiful and Clean Environment

February 2026

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Sanyi Williams

February 2026

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Misses Best

February 2026

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Sia Fullah

February 2026

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Andrew Vasilakos

I highly recommend Sabrina, the Director of Activities, and her incredible team. Sabrina brings such warmth, creativity, and dedication to everything she does for the residents. You can truly see the joy on their faces during the programs and events she organizes”each activity is thoughtful, engaging, and tailored to make everyone feel included and valued. Her staff is equally amazing”kind, attentive, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure residents are comfortable, happy, and participating. There is a genuine sense of community and care that you feel the moment you walk in. It’s clear that Sabrina and her team are passionate about what they do, and that passion makes a meaningful difference in the lives of the residents every single day. A fantastic team creating a positive, uplifting environment! Highly recommended.

February 2026

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Thomas Bennett

What We Learned About Cogir West End !!! When my wife and I decided that an assisted living residence was the next home for us, we considered more than a dozen Northern Virginia, Maryland and DC properties. Several facilities immediately disqualified themselves since they isolate assisted living persons and do not allow them to share an apartment with an independent living person. To evaluate the reminder of facilities, our selection criteria was: *** comfort of living quarters *** variety of facility areas and activities *** quality of meals *** access to medical services *** qualification and performance of staff, and *** initial and continuing cost Quite frankly, our experience was that Cogir West End immediately distinguished itself with high marks in each area with a convenient Alexandria location near shopping and transportation. We found that the variety of apartments were comfortable, spacious and safe with entry to the building monitored by front desk personnel. We wanted to continue our daily exercise activities and were delighted by the very well-equipped fitness center with daily scheduled activities, enabling us to easily participate in healthy exercise sessions. We were also impressed by the facility's: *** movie theater with two daily showings of a feature film *** therapy swimming pool *** several quiet nooks featuring a variety of books, novels and reading material *** piano lounge featuring a constant fireplace *** game room accommodating various board ad card games *** tap room with big screen TV offering a variety of beverages and a daily happy hour *** expansive outdoor courtyard for dining and relaxation *** convenient on-site hair and nail salon, and *** weekly shopping and sightseeing trips in the property's vehicle accommodating wheel chairs. The daily variety of breakfasts, lunches and dinners served by courteous wait staff are consistently high quality and delicious. With the needs of residents ranging from independent living to assisted living to memory care, Cogir West End has assembled a cadre of caregivers who appreciate the sensitivity of care that each resident deserves and maintain a commitment to provide it. They are guided by on-site medical personnel readily available to residents. Unlike other assisted living sites, the financial cost of living at Cogir West End is straightforward and affordable with no requirements to purchase the living unit or enter into any long-term multi-thousand dollar agreements. In their place, there is a modest one-time entry fee and a monthly charge that remains constant with any special services covered by a reasonable separate charge. All in all, Cogir West End deserves the consideration of any person or family seeking a delightful, affordable and comfortable residence for the next stage of their life. Based on those considerations, we've chosen Cogir West End as our home. Regards Marilyn and Tom Bennett

February 2026

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Pamela White

Great place to live, staff are excellent! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a place to live. I give Cogir of west end Five Stars!

February 2026

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Norma Thompson

Great variety of activities for everyone, including multicultural. Event planning superfluous. Food is delicious! Staff are wonderful and pay attention to everyone. Highly recommend this community.

February 2026

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eric wolner

Wonderful place to live

February 2026

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Ralph Patterson

I love the Cogir community at West End! From the moment you walk in, the concierge team ensures you can feel the warmth, care, and sense of belonging that makes this place so special. The environment is welcoming, well-maintained, and truly feels like home. The Activities Department, led by Sabrina B., is truly the heart of the experience here. Her energy, creativity, and genuine care for the residents shine through in everything she does. The activities are engaging, thoughtfully planned, and bring so much joy and connection to the community. Debbie, the Culinary Director, prepares healthy and delicious meals each and everyday. Every dish reflects her passion for quality ingredients and thoughtful preparation. You can truly taste the dedication in every bite.

February 2026

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Corinne K

Cogir is truly a wonderful senior living community. From the moment you walk through the doors, you immediately feel a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It feels less like a facility and more like a family. The entire staff is friendly, attentive, and always ready to greet you with kindness, creating a space where residents feel comfortable, supported, and valued. Sabrina is an incredible director whose leadership is reflected in the happiness you see on the residents’ faces every day. She is deeply committed, compassionate, and truly dedicated to creating meaningful experiences for everyone in the community. Tracy, the assistant, is also absolutely incredible. She is always helping, always present, and brings such passion to her role. Her care for the residents and her support of the team never go unnoticed. She is thoughtful, engaged, and simply a wonderful person to work alongside. You can clearly see that the entire staff at Cogir is passionate about what they do. They are mindful, respectful, and genuinely care about the well-being and dignity of each resident. It is always a pleasure spending time there and working with such an amazing team. Anyone looking for a senior living community filled with heart, professionalism, and true compassion would be fortunate to experience Cogir.

September 2025

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ashenafi tsegaye

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Bryan Holoman

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Michele Hagans

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Victoria Bernardo

Staff was pleasant and responsive to my requests.

May 2025

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Alexander Ahendwah

April 2025

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Stuart Piper

Cogir is the best value around the beltway. There is a caring staff, great food, daily exercise programs, weekly field trips, 8 conversational areas that add living space to your apartment for guests and friends. As stated, I have lived in several places in this area and done lots of research and I am very pleased with my selection of Cogir of West End Alexandria. Staff is very helpful and the dining experience is wonderful. I would highly recommend anyone to consider this community.

April 2025

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Joyce Narine

I would highly recommend Cogir at West End. The staff are wonderful and they go above and beyond to care for their residents.

March 2025

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suanne davis

Miss B did an outstanding job taking me on a tour, and we looked at units last week. She was very gracious and seems like a wonderful addition to any team. She bestows the epitome of a professional team member. If your bldg had more residents I would have landed with you all. I want a bldg that is close to capacity to take advantage of all the activities and tenants. Thanks Miss B for doing such an awesome job last week! Suanne Davis

February 2025

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Gloria Anyane

I just walked in for a job without appointment but I was warmly welcomed and that was amazed

February 2025

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Tara Frazier

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Nunu Assefa

January 2025

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Clifton Allen

December 2024

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Regina Singletary

Staff was very professional and offered superb service. Mr. Brown was very accommodating in assisting us with our visit with the seniors.

November 2024

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Sean Maxwell

Martin showed his place with pride and made a great impression! Thanks for the hospitality!

November 2024

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Gregory Bolling

July 2024

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Jordan McCallister

This is a beautiful place, friendly staff, and a great quality of life for the residents in this community. I was greeted with a smile and the place smelled heavenly, they where making bread. Food was amazing, and way more than I was expected.

July 2024

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Erin J

Great community with great staff! A special shoutout to Noris, the Sales Director, for her dedication and hard work. I love the passion the staff has with the residents. Highly recommend for anyone searching for senior housing in the area

July 2024

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Maria Delgado

Beautiful community and friendly staff!!

June 2024

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Ibn McClelland

I really enjoyed my time touring Elance West End. The staff was so kind and patient with my family and I. Noris did an absolute wonderful job showing us around and answering every single one of my questions. I know this will be the best place for my family and I recommend anyone looking for an extension of their home to care for their loved ones, to stilrongly consider Elance West End.

June 2024

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Peter de la Cruz

Elanc© at West End sets a new standard in assisted living with its exceptional amenities and innovative programs designed to enrich the lives of its residents. The Taste of RUI dining program is a standout feature, offering a culinary experience that caters to both nutritional needs and gourmet preferences. The RUI University program offers a variety of courses and workshops, providing opportunities for residents to explore new interests, expand their knowledge, and engage in lifelong learning. If you are searching for a place for your loved one, be sure to tour Elanc© at West End.

June 2024

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William Bogan

Beautiful community! Just attended their Longest Day Block Party for the Alex Association. Tons of fun for everyone and all for a great cause!

June 2024

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Jay Dawson

Elance at West End just held an amazing block party to set off the summer and to give me a close and personal look at what that community has to offer. Kudos to the family at West End

June 2024

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Ana Sanchez

I love the food and the activity programming!

June 2024

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Horacio Zamora

Elanc© at West End is a beautiful community. Very welcoming and friendly staff. Great ambiance, nice living and common spaces. It's a great location and I would definitely recommend it.

May 2024

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Cleo Kitt

Elanc© at West End team welcomes you immediately when you walk-in. The team provides excellent care to their residents.

April 2024

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Madeline Gourley

A beautiful and wonderful community!

April 2024

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Sabrina Hartsfield

Elanc at West End is an exceptional senior living community where residents thrive under the care of individuals like Julianna, the dedicated Inspiritas Coordinator, who consistently goes above and beyond to ensure each individual feels valued and supported.

April 2024

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Quanteria Jones

A beautiful 5 star luxury community with an amazing Inspiritas neighborhood! Juliana is wonderful and her programming is extraordinary. I love seeing the residents uplifted and participating in meaningful activities. The food is excellent and the ambiance of the community is breathtaking. I highly recommend this community!

April 2024

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Rommel Lozano

‘‘‘ for Juliana the Inspiritas Coordinator, for always making sure that the residents are engaged and are having enriching experiences.

April 2024

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Kim Walters

Absolutely beautiful community with the most welcoming team!!! Special shout out to the Ed Amanda Waggy!! She’s an absolutely amazing !!!

March 2024

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Lucas

A beautiful community with amazing amenities. I love the swimming pool!

March 2024

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M Cxle

Elance at West End is a must see! They have a caring team and wonderful team. I would strongly recommend and was very impressed with our visit

March 2024

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Dana C

Absolutely stunning, amazing community!

March 2024

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courtney schalk

Elance at West End is a wonderful choice for a luxury senior living community! The staff is very knowledgable, welcoming, and friendly. Right when you walk in they make you feel at home! They have a variety of signature programs and you can tell the residents are truly happy and thriving. The interior is absolutely gorgeous as well. Plan a tour and see for yourself!

March 2024

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Debbie Beverly

Elance at West End is beautiful community with great amenities and most of all pet friendly, I would definitely recommend.

February 2024

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Jeremy Cohen

I had one of my family members here and I was so happy with how they were treated. The team really became like family and we have nothing but nice things to say about them!

February 2024

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Adeola Franks

Beautiful facility! The staff is very attentive. There are numerous activities that are offered as well as frequent exercise classes!

February 2024

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Zeeshan Bhatti

Great senior living community to consider for yourself or loved one.

February 2024

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Cleo Kitt

As you walk into Elanc© at West End, the community provides a welcoming feeling from the front door greeting of the concierge, to the engaging activities on Inspirits (memory care), and to the welcoming team members that provided genuine care to residents.

January 2024

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Synai W.

Great service

January 2024

Elise Swinehart

We are so unhappy with Elance at West End we are moving our relative right away. Over the past 10 months this went from a wonderful vibrant community to a horrible experience on so many levels. Management is either unable or unwilling to make changes since RUI took over the property. The same food is served over and over tastes very salted and the variation residents used to get especially for lunch and dinner is gone. My mom complains nonstop she eats the same unhealthy food day in and day out. The nursing group has issues and we had to take her to a lab for all tests as they cannot get the results and ignore physician offices resulting in missing appointments and jeopardizing care. Call time for pendants can run over an hour often (told to me by several families). They have slashed a lot of extras residents used to get and jacked up the rates 7% with a $150 junk fee on top of the money paid for care levels. This is a residence in turmoil with staff that seems indifferent and can be rude. Plus, RUI does not return messages to address the issues and just ignores the residents and families when they want to discuss what's going on. I will be very relieved when my relative leaves at the end of the month and goes to a better assisted living.

January 2024

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Gabrielle Gallagher

I would definitely recommend this community to any one that is looking for their loved one. On Wednesday, I had a tour with a sales director who knew what she was talking about an answered my questions that I didn’t even know I needed to know.. The community itself is fabulous especially the Second floor Terrace. With my mom wanting to live in the city this makes a great outdoor space for her so she can get her rays as she calls it. Now all I have to do is convince her that this is the best fit for her.

January 2024

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Tammi Tennier

I went to the event on Wednesday, the sales director was very knowledgeable and the staff was friendly. Great place and amazing penthouse views.

January 2024

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Angie Ehalt

Absolutely stunning community with beautiful views! I went to an event at this community and the staff were very friendly and very helpful.

December 2023

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Jim A

Extensive personnel changes since ownership changeover has resulted in a much less relationship based environment. Residents were spoken to by name by employees who’d been there four or five years. New staff in dining, activities, nursing, and administration are bound to make a difference.

December 2023

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Zeeshan Bhatti

Had a great first time experience at the community. Staff made me feel extremely comfortable. Overall environment is excellent.

December 2023

Ramin Dadmanesh

It's no longer Brandywine (as of 2023). It's now called Elance at West End and the new owners are doing everything in their power to turn this once-great place into a nightmare for residents and their families. STAY AWAY UNTIL NO LONGER RUN BY [name removed].

November 2023

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Claire Mcleay

My coworkers and I from Caring Transitions attended the RUI University event and open house. Great, knowledgeable and friendly staff. The event was planned and run very smoothly and efficiently. The outside patio area was very impressive! Highly recommend.

October 2023

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Susan B

What a fantastic place; having looked at several other assisted living on behalf of my nonagenarian Mom, it was a tremendous relief to find ’Elanc© at West End. We needed specialized food …, 24/7 available nursing staff …, safe environment … near great hospital highly rated for safety and patient care ……(it's close to one and not much further to a second, even during rush hour!) We WANTED highly trained and skilled available house call physicians ……(two options!), medical tasty food …, longevity of care and dining staff …, comfortable & roomy …relatively new accommodation…, with individual a/c and heating controls…, which has own fitness activities…, fitness pool…, art room and leisure activities…, and not just a beauty salon … BUT massage therapy …and personal training…, as well as religious services of choice …! Jaw-droppingly great experience! The company ("Retirement Unlimited") funding it has a wonderful rating and is doing upgrades on what already is stellar! And the admin staff? Wow, accommodating within the reasonable limits of having to stay on business. Bravo! I was truly stunned Mom's lengthy needs and desires were so well fitted, and the people so compassionate and helpful! Check it out yourself. (Note: Many places have visiting or in-house physical therapists …, speech therapists …and podiatrists…, a lesser number have psychologists…, and virtually none also have a visiting psychiatrist …. The best part was the number of happily engaged residents I have observed on several occasions, in contrast to those observed in more isolated situations at other assisted livings. There are a mix of walkers, those without such aids, and wheelchairs, and a range of ages. Odds and ends: Visiting family can order food there, there is a park with playground within a block, do little ones can visit. I believe residents can have pets and help caring for them! They have an incontinence supply program. Phone, electricity, water, basic cable, internet included in pricing. And, the "vibe" has been much better than other places. Cons: I admittedly don't understand the name "Elanc© . Seriously, it is in a city-street environment, so the views out the window may not be amazing, like... traffic, a car dealership. Closest hospital is Inova Alexandria, about 8 minutes give or take. Inova Fairfax about 18 minutes away. Rush hour for the latter May be longer. The carpet is a bit dark, but I understand they will be lightening it up. Closets vary in size. (But, it took me visiting more than a dozen other places to find this one. I am hoping my review will help you avoid this same scenario.) And, you DO get what you pay $ for--they have some well-arranged studio apartments we looked at, although I am not speaking Re: availability. It would be much more comfortable to be in a studio here in my opinion than in options I have seen at inferior places. (One different company's assisted living had families urging me to leave/not place Mom there unless I could daily visit! And the food at some places where they KNEW I was coming?! Shaking My Head.) And: non-refundable deposit likely, don't be surprised to be on a waitlist. But they will work with you on dates and are very clear when money due avs charges start. Disclaimer: I get suspicious of crazily rosy reviews. I have zip relationship with the company or staff, just want to share about this place and people. I had the luxury of not having an emergency situation, as this involves providing a closer option to family already in an assisted living, who has a hard time with change, and gave me seemingly/impossible requirements to fill. After many months' painful research, this option head and shoulders above the rest.

October 2023

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Jonathan Schweinefuss

Wonderful and caring team members that are always willing to help! They also put on many great events to get involved in the community.

September 2023

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Christin Pearson

Amazing staff. Clean facility. Felt like I was at home. Definitely recommend.

September 2023

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Daisy Rickard

Erika and Olivia were so wonderful! The Coffee and Run event was such a creative and thoughtful event. It gave me such a great start to my morning, but it was even greater getting to meet the staff at Elance at West End.

August 2023

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JayDee

The staff is very kind and caring.

August 2023

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Milagros Fields

Great community!!

July 2023

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Sean Wallace

Had a wonderful tour with Lisa! Elance West End is a beautiful community with large rooms, spacious closets and wonderful amenities. They were just purchased by RUI and there are some fantastic changes underway. Would recommend checking them out if you are in the market for an assisted living community.

June 2023

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Patty OConnor

Staff was very helpful, including Lisa Sordi. The place is beautiful.

June 2023

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BJ Goldberg

Lovely place

June 2023

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Kwaku

Elance is a very well maintained facility. The staff are super nice and very welcoming. Elance makes the transitioning of a love one to their facility so smooth.

May 2023

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Meredith A

Beautiful community with amazing staff, food and signature programs

May 2023

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tayler impervento

Beautiful community! The staff is amazing and so friendly. I would highly recommend this community to anyone looking for a loved one!

May 2023

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ariel lim

Great community with amazing residents and staff.

May 2023

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Tiffany Strickland

Elance at West End is luxury senior living at its best. Located in Alexandria, the community offers Independent, Assisted and Memory Care living near the Cameron Station area. Wonderful staff and amenities. Amazing cuisine. It's simply beautiful!

May 2023

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Susan Blaik

I visited a friend for the first time at Elance’ West End and was impressed with the comfortable elegance of the common areas and the atmosphere of community between residents and staff.

May 2023

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Matilda Gyamfuaa

Definitely a 5 star community! The staff are amazing, always friendly, welcoming and professional. Highly recommend this community!

March 2023

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Zsavonne Perryman

This community is absolutely gorgeous! A shining example of luxury senior living that is earned and deserved. The staff lovingly cares for the residents and make them feel welcomed and engaged in this gorgeous home. The food is top-notch; a solid culinary experience in dining.

March 2023

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Rachel Stephens

Elanc© at West End is a beautiful community! The staff is like family and it is very welcoming as soon as you walk in the door. The signature programs like RUI University lifelong learning classes are a great free resource for residents and the outside communities!

March 2023

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Ben Bogan

Beautiful community with amazing social spaces including outdoor patio, tap room, and fitness center with a pool!

October 2022

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L'Tanya Wells

August 2022

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Miguel Angel Castro C

Good place!

December 2021

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Angela Anderson

Fantastic staff and beautiful facility. We can not be more pleased.

December 2021

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John Harris

July 2021

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M PA

Brandywine is a beautiful facility and for the most part the staff is wonderful and they are nice compassionate people. The food was wonderful and there were many choices for the residents. It sometimes could take a while to actually place your order and receive your food though which I know many of the residents were frustrated with. My dad moved in when there were less than 40 residents and I will say that for the most part we were really satisfied with his care. Nothing is perfect and of course not all personalities mesh but I was pretty pleased and more importantly, he seemed to be happy. My dad had cancer and took a downward turn pretty quick and at first he had Palliative care through Capital Caring and that seemed to work in association with Brandywine. Having the Brandywine doctor proved to be challenging ( for my family anyway) due to her only being there one day a week and it being so challenging to get her on the phone, but in all fairness she had many many patients spread all around town along with patients at their normal offices. Now here is my reason for only giving three stars. My dad was released from the hospital on a Monday and thank the lord we had started hospice care with the help of Capital Caring ( whom by the way are fantastic) and we had no idea his time left was so short. By Friday morning it was clear things were bad and I immediately notified the hospice nurse and she ordered all medications and oxygen to make what time he had left more comfortable. He got two rounds of the medications which were given every 3 hours and then there was a shift change and all the hospice meds were misplaced. After they were finally found I had to leave my dad and beg the nurse to come every single time he needed his medication because they did not come to administer them. Those three hour intervals turns into five hours a few times before he would get his medication. To say I was upset is an understatement. And this is when there were 40 residents. No where near being even slightly full given how many rooms there are. It was heartbreaking that my fathers last two days were not peaceful and that he was not made comfortable. I spoke with them after his passing and honestly I did not feel like they understood this. All I wanted was for my dad to pass not in pain and to have the care he deserved. It is not cheap to have a loved one there,and to me it was devastating the care he received in those final two days. I wanted to add that up until his last days, of course there were a few things that were annoying but I was very happy especially compared to other facilities he had been in ( for rehab after hospital stays) and I would still recommend Brandywine for a loved one. I would have my mom there if needed. I changed my review to 4 stars from 3 because given the amenities and the wonderful staff I felt it was deserved. As with any senior care, family involvement is essential

June 2020

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Harvey Press

One of the main reasons I buy Mercedes vehicles is the expectation of superior service and interaction with personnel at the dealership. I recently had my GLC300 picked up for service and a Virginia State Safety Inspection by Mercedes Benz of Alexandia. I can't rave enough about Zack and the ease of scheduling the entire experience from making the initial appointment, updating me about the progress of the work and scheduling the return of my vehicle. Every aspect of the was performed with attention to Corona Virus precautions. Everything was done to mitigate my concerns about potential spread of the virus. The service was done when promised and every schedule was meet. My vehicle was returned in immaculate condition. As usual, the work was done perfectly. Even the process to pay was completed with full concern for the spread of the virus. Mercedes Benz of Alexandria fulfills my expectation of Mercedes quality.

January 2020

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Andrew Leone

October 2019

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Lynn Evans

Our family is most grateful to all the wonderful people that work at Brandywine. The attentiveness, skilled backgrounds of all members of staff to just the kindest actions and words expressed to our family member living at Brandywine is so appreciated each and everyday.

October 2019

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Rebekah Pearson

July 2019

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Steve Waller

June 2019

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E Baisley

Brandywine Living is amazing and we couldn't be happier. The environment that Brandywine creates makes all the residents feel independent and confident but at the same time medical services are in place to keep them safe and not at risk. The staff is so professional and polished as well as being very approachable and responsive. The minute you walk in the door you will be impressed! We wish we could give it more than 5 STARS

April 2019

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Memuna Kawa

July 2018

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Francisca Yus

June 2018

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Meaza Abera

April 2018

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Abudu Fuseina Delight

The home where life is BEAUTIFUL

November 2017

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Pavilion Medical

This community will be a game changer for the city of Alexandria.

November 2017

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Alexandra Johnson

Old Dominion Home Care is excited to work with Brandywine Living community. The level of senior care and beauty of the community is just what Alexandria needs!