Assisted Living For Dementia Patients In Alexandria, VA

Memory care is designed for individuals living with cognitive decline—such as Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia—who need close observation, personalized routines, and support managing daily life safely. Signs that memory care may be appropriate include increasing confusion, difficulty navigating the day, wandering, or behavior changes like agitation or withdrawal.

If you're unsure, we offer free care assessments to help you evaluate next steps. If you're not quite ready for a care assessment, free to call us at (571) 556-9339. We can often determine basic fit right over the phone.

Tilden isn’t a wing inside a larger facility—it’s a quiet, residential home designed specifically for comfort and clarity. With no elevators or long hallways, just a familiar layout and a steady rhythm to each day, our environment helps residents feel grounded from the moment they arrive.

Because there are fewer people and fewer distractions, residents tend to adjust more smoothly. Families often tell us that their loved ones seem calmer, more connected, and less overwhelmed here than they were in larger, more institutional settings.

Yes. Tilden is designed to keep residents safe without feeling restrictive or clinical. We use CarePredict wearable technology for passive monitoring and secure room access, along with CCTV in common areas, secured entry points, and Dutch half-doors that allow for staff visibility while maintaining privacy.

The home is fully fenced, single-story, and wheelchair accessible, with ramps at all exits, a backup generator, and a fire sprinkler system. We’re also located less than a mile from Inova Mt. Vernon Hospital and the local fire station for added peace of mind.

Please note that we are not a locked facility. Residents who are an active elopement risk or exhibit behaviors that may pose a danger to themselves or others are likely not a good fit for our home.

Tilden takes dementia care seriously. Every caregiver is trained through Relias, a nationally recognized senior care platform, and receives additional in-house training led by our full-time LPN. We also partner with Dementia by Day, led by dementia expert Rachael Wonderlin, to ensure staff are well-prepared for the emotional and behavioral needs of residents living with memory loss.

Training topics include communication, redirection, behavior support, and person-centered care techniques. Our small team structure means caregivers have time to build strong relationships and respond quickly and calmly to individual needs.

With just eight residents, we’re able to understand each person deeply. While we're not the Ritz Carlton, our caregivers are amazing at learning individual preferences—like coffee and favorite snacks—and adjust routines accordingly.

We stock resident favorites (yes, even frozen Snickers bars), follow personalized morning routines, and use custom room signage and color contrast to help residents navigate independently. Each caregiver also has access to detailed care notes, and our Dutch doors allow staff to check in easily without disrupting privacy. It’s these small details that help residents feel known and at ease.

We create opportunities for natural, low-pressure interaction throughout the day. That might mean a shared laugh at the lunch table, music drifting from the baby grand piano, conversations with staff, or relaxing on the back patio with other residents.

Because our setting is small and quiet, residents aren’t overwhelmed by large groups or over-scheduled activities. We gently invite participation in music, art, pet visits, and familiar routines—but never force it. Over time, we often see even quiet residents begin to re-engage on their own terms.

At Tilden, memory care isn’t priced separately or charged as a higher tier—it’s fully integrated into the care we provide. Whether your loved one is receiving assisted living or memory care, our team delivers personalized, dementia-informed support at no additional cost.

We use a mostly all-inclusive pricing model, so families don’t have to worry about add-on fees for day-to-day care. Care supplies and service at our on-site salon are billed separately.

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You can easily check availability by visiting our Check Availability page.

You can also schedule a tour to walk through the home and get your questions answered. Many families choose to complete a free care assessment at the same time as their tour.

Yes—visiting is always welcome and never treated like a formality. Families often drop by to share a meal, sit for a quiet chat, or simply check in. There are no rigid visiting hours, and you’re encouraged to come as often as you'd like.

We do ask that group visits or special requests (like bringing pets or outside guests) be coordinated with our team in advance to ensure a smooth experience for everyone. But everyday visits? They’re part of what makes this feel like home.