Benchmark at Alexandria capitalizes on two major senior living development trends – the popularity of mixed-use projects and intergenerational living. Blending luxury with hospitality, amenities like retail shops and restaurants and intergenerational components to further foster social connections, Benchmark at Alexandria is the Mid-Atlantic region’s premier independent living, assisted living and Mind & Memory Care community. Vibrant West Alexandria or “West Alex” is an exceptional example of what the public and private sectors can accomplish together. The mixed-use development with almost 550K square is the result of enthusiastic city support for redevelopment of an existing urban site. Amenity-rich West Alex features inviting sidewalks, a central square, family housing, a Harris Teeter grocery store, restaurants, office space, daycare, school and other consumer businesses. Among West Alex’s anchors is Benchmark at Alexandria.
On almost a half-acre of land, the 10-story, 119K square foot building with 115 apartments was designed to maximize the limited space and seamlessly integrate with the surrounding neighborhood. While most common areas are clustered on the first and second floors, sunrooms and living spaces on every floor, a spacious multi-functional rooftop deck and club room and intergenerational activities like a putting green, games and others have been incorporated to provide additional connection opportunities. With many different apartment floor plans available, residents are also able to choose the ideal apartment.
Located across from the central square, residents enjoy the convenience of underground parking before heading up to a wide range of amenities, whether leisurely breakfasts at the outdoor sidewalk café while watching families head to school or participating in many different activities on the rooftop deck.
The second floor is devoted to wellness with a full-service hair salon, massage room, fitness center and wellness center offering physical therapy.
Unlike most communities, secure memory care is provided on the third and fourth floors and features ample common spaces, including an outdoor terrace, living rooms, recreation rooms, dining areas and hair salon and spa. Circadian rhythm lighting automatically adjusts throughout the day to help improve overall behavioral health.
Since its spring opening, Benchmark at Alexandria’s impressive design and amenities has been widely received by families across the Mid-Atlantic.
The Grace Davis Hall House has a full-size commercial kitchen for preparing patient meals, a dining room and two family rooms for quiet reflection. It also features a private room for grief counseling as needed.