Thousands of Virginia seniors depend on the care and safety of senior living facilities. If you’re starting to look for senior living options for yourself or a loved you know how difficult it can be. What is the right living type, is a small residential care home the right choice, or is a large resort-style community the better option? The decision is an important one but what are all the things you should be considering in your search?
We’ve completed the research for you, choosing the top assisted living homes in Virginia listed below. You might not see your neighborhood in the top listings below, but don’t worry. There is also our senior living directory that has additional quality, highly rated senior living communities near you. If you have any questions or need further guidance, we have professional advisors on call to aid you in this process. Please do not hesitate to contact us.
Paying for Virginia Assisted Living Expenses: A Life Insurance Settlement
There is a little-known option with some life insurance policies. If you’re in need of cash to help pay for long-term, assisted living expenses, depending on the insurer, converting the policy into cash via a life settlement is a viable alternative. A third party purchases your policy and pays a lump sum to you that is typically less than the death benefit amount. The third party is then responsible for the premium payments and is the new beneficiary of the policy.
Ranking The Best Senior Living Facilities in Virginia
To arrive at the top assisted living providers listed below, our team first reviewed hundreds of comments and reviews on Facebook, Google, and similar platforms to gather user opinions. We then added the reviews left on our site and ranked the communities on a 1 to 5 scale. While the list began to take shape, we took a final look at the Virginia Department of Health website to make sure our top choices were clear of any citations or violations.
Most Virginia homes for seniors provide the basic amenities – meals, services, and community programming. On average, Virginia assisted living costs $2,500 per month. Memory and nursing care provide higher-end medical equipment and specialized staff like RNs that will result in thousands more dollars per month. Independent living and senior apartments cost about the same as rent, but don’t provide any care.
Top Rated Virginia Senior Living Facilities
4.78/5 Average Rating of Facilities
561 Total Reviews
The Virginian
9229 Arlington Blvd
Fairfax, VA 22031
Living Types Available: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
4.7/5 Average Rating
85 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about The Virginian:
The Virginian is the best community! We looked at many places for my grandmother. We relocated her and found this place to have everything we could possibly need! We met residents and staff which was nice. They just finished a massive renovation. It looks like a resort when you walk in. They have 5 new restaurants including a bar, wine cellar and a bistro. We liked that there were so many offerings that many places didn’t have. We ultimately chose The Virginian because it was a rental that has all care one could need for life and not have to move again.
-Nicole Clark
Rosewood Village at Hollymead Town Center
2029 Lockwood Dr
Charlottesville, VA 22911
Living Types Available: Assisted Living, Memory Care
5.0/5 Average Rating
37 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Rosewood Village at Hollymead Town Center:
My family is so very appreciative that they had a spot for our mother when she needed extra care. The staff is so caring. Posting her name on the welcome board was a very nice touch and made her feel at home right away. Our mother always loves how wonderfully the facility is decorated especially during the holidays. There are always so many activities to pick from. The nursing staff and physical therapy staff provide excellent care. She appreciates the friendships she’s developed since being there and is especially impressed with the friendliness and care from the cafeteria staff and their willingness to accommodate her special diet needs. She was also especially grateful to the maintenance staff who were always responsive to needs and willing to help. Thanks so much to all from the family of Doreen Good.
-Tracey Shields
Westminster at Lake Ridge a CCRC
12191 Clipper Dr
Lake Ridge, VA 22192
Living Types Available: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
4.8/5 Average Rating
42 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Westminster at Lake Ridge a CCRC:
Having lived here for more than seven years, Im firmly convinced that I could not have chosen a better retirement community. The slogan Engaged Living is totally accurate, and fully describes both the lifestyle of the residents and the attitude of the administration that is both caring and forward-looking.
-Joseph C. Fleig
Hughes Home
100 Caroline St
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Living Types Available: Assisted Living, Adult Day Care
4.8/5 Average Rating
37 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Hughes Home:
My mother spent her last 10 months on this Earth that Hughes home and could not have received better care in any facility in the area. The owners and staff are very patient and caring when it comes to the residents there and were also kind and welcoming to her family and friends.
-Natalie K Lunceford
The Chamberlin
2 Fenwick Rd
Hampton, VA 23651
Living Types Available: Independent Living
4.6/5 Average Rating
95 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about The Chamberlin:
What a wonderful place for a elderly resident. Very clean safe place to reside while enjoying the ocean. What a view!
-Trina Bee
The Fairfax at Belvoir Woods
9140 Belvoir Woods Pky
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060
Living Types Available: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
4.8/5 Average Rating
49 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about The Fairfax at Belvoir Woods:
My mother went from independent living to assisted living and memory care in 8 years. She loved her apartment and decided a move to assisted living was needed. She received excellent care there. When she moved to memory care she actually thrived. She gained weight and received excellent care from the staff. We were so happy she moved into the Fairfax. They became our family too. I highly recommend the Fairfax!!!!
-mary plimpton
The Arbors Independent Living
1100 William Styron Square S
Newport News, VA 23606
Living Types Available: Independent Living
4.7/5 Average Rating
36 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about The Arbors Independent Living:
I just love it here! My mother was one of the original residents to live at The Arbors. My brother and I loved it for her. However, when it came time, and I wanted to move, I visited another senior-living community. I couldn’t believe how much money they wanted to just move in and then pay a lot for monthly rent. I told my brother, “Let’s go to The Arbors.” Fortunately, I was not disappointed! It was almost the same as when my Mother lived there… no huge down-payment! Now, I live in a great 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment that I like very much. I am so happy that I made the decision to make The Arbors my permanent home!
-Cat Koch
Ashleigh at Lansdowne
44124 Woodridge Pky
Leesburg, VA 20176
Living Types Available: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care
5.0/5 Average Rating
99 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Ashleigh at Lansdowne:
We are so happy our mother chose to make Ashleigh at Lansdowne her new home! Everything from the courteous staff, excellent dining experience and daily fun activities, has made this a great new home for her, and she has become really social and more active since moving there. We cannot praise it enough!
-Marcia Rigney Wilson
Marian Manor
5345 Marian Ln
Virginia Beach VA 23462
Living Types Available: Assisted Living
4.8/5 Average Rating
37 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Marian Manor:
My mother lived at Marian Manor for three years. I was always impressed by the quality of care that she received. Marian Manor has created a family atmosphere where employees appear to like their jobs as they provide excellent care for the residents. You can feel the positive atmosphere when you walk in. I believe that my mothers life was extended by moving to Marian Manor where she had good care and an active social life. She also made some very good friends.
-Thomas Clayton
The Woodland
2003 Cobb St
Farmville, VA 23901
Living Types Available: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care
4.6/5 Average Rating
44 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about The Woodland:
My mother was a patient on the Brantley unit for rehabilitation to get her strength back and her balance. From being sepsis. In three weeks what a difference we have seen in her. Molly in PT was wonderful we wish she could come to her PT at her home and get her even stronger. She is walking so much better not complaining of back pain. No short of breath. Our family thanks everyone for the care she received and staying on top of her physical health and therapy. Big shout to MOLLY in PT and the other staff.
-Portland Harris
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Mennowood Retirement Community
Arden Courts of Virginia Beach – Promedica Memory Care Community
The Warren – An Inspirit Senior Living Community
Blue Ridge Senior Living of Richmond