Living Options
The life you’ve earned. The confidence you deserve.
At The View Alexandria, every day offers a chance to flourish. Our living options are built to grow with you, ensuring that comfort, purpose and community remain at the heart of your experience.
The View Alexandria courtyard
Services and Amenities
Designed to nurture your purpose and your passions.
At The View Alexandria, every detail is designed to make life simpler, fuller and more engaging. Enjoy freshly prepared meals in our welcoming dining room, stay active in the fitness room or unwind with a good book in the library or a friendly game with neighbors. Walking paths and shared gathering areas make it easy to connect, while weekly housekeeping, maintenance and included services give you more time for what matters most. With a vibrant calendar of programs, pet-friendly living and the reassurance of on-site support, you’ll find countless ways to live life fully.
Experience the Community
Look around, make yourself at home
The best way to experience life at The View Alexandria is to explore it yourself. Take a virtual tour through our welcoming spaces or view the full campus map to imagine where your next chapter could begin.
Real stories from residents
“What I like most about The View Alexandria is that it is large enough to have so many activities though small enough that you really get to know people.”
Vista Club
Enjoy today, plan for tomorrow
If you’re interested in joining The View Alexandria, we invite you to join the Vista Club. As a Vista Club member, you’ll have prioritized access to apartments when they become available. And while you wait for the right residence, you’ll be invited to dine with us, join in on special events and connect with future neighbors.
financial model
The freedom to choose what you need, when you need it
The View Alexandria offers a simple and flexible financial model: residents pay rent monthly, without the large entrance fees that come with other contracts. This approach provides access to the comfort, amenities and support of a Goodwin Senior Living Campus while making the community more financially accessible.
Frequently asked questions
What is a no-commitment rental Life Plan Community?
A no-commitment rental Life Plan community allows residents to pay monthly rent rather than a large upfront entrance fee. At The View Alexandria, this model provides flexibility, with the option to enjoy modern apartments, services and amenities without a long-term financial commitment.
What is the difference between a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) and a Life Plan Community (LPC)?
There is no difference. The term Life Plan Community is simply a newer, more positive way of describing a CCRC—both offer independent living with a continuum of care (such as assisted living, memory care, and long-term nursing) on the same campus.
Is The View Alexandria a Life Plan Community?
Yes. The View Alexandria is a Life Plan community, though it has a fee-for-service contract rather than a lifecare contract, which means you don’t pay a large entrance fee. Instead, you pay monthly rent for your apartment, with the flexibility to adjust your plans as your needs change. At this time, the campus does not have a dedicated Memory Care neighborhood or offer Short-term Rehabilitation services.
How soon can I move in?
Availability varies, but apartments are often available more quickly than at Life Plan Communities with lifecare contracts. A member of our team can walk you through current openings and help you plan your move.
What does monthly rent include?
Your monthly rent covers your apartment as well as many services and amenities, such as maintenance, housekeeping, dining, social programs, fitness opportunities and more.
What health care services are available?
Residents have access to Assisted Living and Long-Term Nursing Support, with priority access if their needs change. These services are provided with compassion, dignity and the highest quality of care.
Is memory care available at The View Alexandria?
At present, we do not have a dedicated Memory Care neighborhood at The View Alexandria. We do offer Thrive, a day program from the Goodwin Brain Health team who designed it specifically for residents who experience cognitive changes.
Is the campus pet friendly?
Yes, home just wouldn’t feel the same without our best friends by our side as long as they adhere to our pet policy.
Senior living insights and guidance
Levels of Care
08/22/2025
US News: Assisted living vs. memory care
This guide breaks down the key differences in services and environments for assisted living and memory care.
06/09/2025
A Place for Mom: Comparing assisted vs. independent living
A practical guide for caregivers and older adults on the benefits of assisted and independent living.
11/27/2025
Goodwin Living: Your partner in aging
A helpful overview of senior living and health care at Goodwin Living.
10/12/2023
National Institute on Aging: Long-term care options
An objective look at care settings from a trusted national source.
Senior Living
09/13/2024
Harvard Health: Housing options for seniors
A rundown of traditional senior living models.
07/25/2024
Harvard Health: Continuing care communities explained
A look at who benefits from life plan communities and why.
Senior Services of America: What is a life plan community?
A concise overview of how life plan communities work.
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