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The Gardens at Fair Oaks
Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Fairfax, VA
Exterior view of The Gardens at Fair Oaks Exterior view of The Gardens at Fair Oaks facility Common area with comfortable seating and decor Bright dining room with elegantly set tables Common area with shuffleboard and foosball tables Activity room with foosball and shuffleboard tables Bright dining area with tables set for meals Outdoor seating area with flowers in front of a building Comfortable seating area in a common space An interior room with a pool table and air hockey table A staff member assisting a resident in a therapy room

The Gardens at Fair Oaks

Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Fairfax, VA
4310 Forest Hill Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Gardens at Fair Oaks

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The Gardens at Fair Oaks is an assisted living community in Fairfax, Virginia, offering personal care, memory care, adult day care, and respite care services. Operating for more than 25 years under the leadership of administrator Helaine Walsh, this 125-bed community has a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom accommodations within a two-story building.

Residents receive support through medication management, routine health monitoring, and scheduled transportation services. A calendar of classes and outings provides opportunities for engagement, while a dedicated memory care program delivers specialized assistance for older adults experiencing cognitive changes. Respite care is also available for individuals needing temporary support.

Additionally, the adult day care program operates daily from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, providing daytime care for older adults while allowing families to remain actively involved. On-site physical therapy services also add convenience by reducing the need to travel for rehabilitation appointments.

A dining room with a bistro, multiple living areas, a hair salon, and a game room are available, along with outdoor spaces such as gardens, a patio, and an enclosed walking area with a gazebo. Pets are also welcome. The surrounding neighborhood has a walkability score of 67, allowing some errands and outings to be reached on foot.

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By The Numbers

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Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 125 Rank #72 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 351 homes we track in Virginia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Virginia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #72 / 420Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 420 homes we track in Virginia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Virginia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationJune 19, 2027
QualificationThree Year | Residential and Assisted Living Care | Special Care Unit | Non-Ambulatory

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Gardens at Fair Oaks is administered by Ms. Helaine Walsh.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Gazebo
Salon
Bistro
Several Living Rooms
Specific ProgramsFine Dining, Beauty Salon, Therapy Services, Transportation
Touring HoursAdult Day Care: Open seven days a week, from 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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Inspection History

In Virginia, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) perform the inspections required to maintain state and federal licensing.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data These figures come from state-published inspection data.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 3 complaints 8 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Virginia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. Virginia state average
Overall vs. VA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total complaints (57% below)
• Complaints per year (57% below)

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 814 This facility has had 43% fewer total inspections than the Virginia average (8 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 43% fewer

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 37 This facility has 57% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 57% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 0.61.4 This facility has 57% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.6 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 57% better
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Lainie Walsh

Gardens Administrator

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Address 2.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Fairfax's city center to The Gardens at Fair Oaks's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.1 miles to nearest hospital (Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Emergency Room)

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Info below is compiled from the VA Depts. of Social Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Kensington Falls Church
AL
MC
Falls Church
131
Facility 131
VA AVG 94
Rank #62 / 351
Yes
87
Facility 87
VA AVG 45
Rank #27 / 420
Suite / 1 BedMs. Amy Feather
83.2%
Facility 83.2%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #72 / 279
-7
71%
Facility 71%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #217 / 330
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 7
Rank #181 / 330
11
Facility 11
VA AVG 32
Rank #90 / 271
1.6
Facility 1.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #91 / 271
The Gardens at Fair Oaks
AL
ADC
MC
RC
Fairfax
125
Facility 125
VA AVG 94
Rank #72 / 351
Yes
67
Facility 67
VA AVG 45
Rank #72 / 420
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Helaine Walsh--8
0%
Facility 0%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #1 / 330
3
Facility 3
VA AVG 7
Rank #154 / 330
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Sunrise of Fairfax
AL
MC
RC
Fairfax (Boulevard Estates)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 94
Rank #110 / 351
Yes
61
Facility 61
VA AVG 45
Rank #101 / 420
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Jordan Kay
67.3%
Facility 67.3%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #170 / 279
A-13
62%
Facility 62%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #170 / 330
7
Facility 7
VA AVG 7
Rank #227 / 330
23
Facility 23
VA AVG 32
Rank #146 / 271
1.8
Facility 1.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #104 / 271
Sunrise of Hunter Mill
AL
HOS
MC
Oakton
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 94
Rank #128 / 351
Yes
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 45
Rank #61 / 420
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Isha Subedi
71.0%
Facility 71.0%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #143 / 279
A-9
89%
Facility 89%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #290 / 330
1
Facility 1
VA AVG 7
Rank #78 / 330
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 32
Rank #113 / 271
1.8
Facility 1.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #104 / 271
Braddock Glen
AL
HOS
Fairfax (Lee Meadows)
79
Facility 79
VA AVG 94
Rank #210 / 351
Yes
44
Facility 44
VA AVG 45
Rank #206 / 420
Studio / 1 BedMs. Katherine Westerman
68.4%
Facility 68.4%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #165 / 279
-10
30%
Facility 30%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #48 / 330
2
Facility 2
VA AVG 7
Rank #117 / 330
3
Facility 3
VA AVG 32
Rank #25 / 271
0.3
Facility 0.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #21 / 271

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Assisted Living in Virginia

The Gardens at Fair Oaks is located in Fairfax, Virginia.
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Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC Plus)

VA Medicaid CCC Plus

Age 65+ or disabled
General Virginia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Managed care model; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Virginia Respite Care Grant Program

VA Respite Grant

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Virginia resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
VA

Limited grants; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Facility respite (up to 5 days)

Adult Services Program

Virginia Adult Services (AS)

Age 60+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, need significant care (2+ ADLs), not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) Varies by locality; typically < ~$2,510/month 200% FPL
Asset Limits Limited assets (excludes home, car); varies by DSS.
VA

Serves ~5,000 annually; focuses on low-income independence.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Chore services Assessments Respite (~5 days/year)

Auxiliary Grant Program

Virginia Auxiliary Grant (AG)

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, living in approved ALF/foster care, SSI-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,041/month (individual, SSI level + $20 disregard); higher with medical deductions.
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
VA

Serves 4,000; personal needs allowance ($90/month).

Benefits
Cash (~$1,400-$1,700/month in 2025, varies by region) for ALF/foster care costs; basic care included

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Virginia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
VA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Energy Assistance Program (EAP)

Virginia Energy Assistance Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General VA resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Fuel, Crisis, Cooling components; serves ~100,000 households.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max) Equipment repair (~$250)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Virginia VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General VA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
VA

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled

Virginia Property Tax Relief

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, homeowner, income/asset limits vary by locality.
Income Limits (2025) ~$50,000-$75,000/year household, e.g., Fairfax: $72,000; Richmond: $50,000
Asset Limits Varies e.g., Fairfax: $400,000 net worth; Richmond: $100,000
VA

Offered in 90% of localities; saves ~$500-$2,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption/deferral (~$500-$2,000/year depending on locality)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Virginia SFMNP

Age 60+
General VA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Vouchers (~$50-$75/season); serves ~15,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50-$75/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about The Gardens at Fair Oaks

Is The Gardens at Fair Oaks in a walkable area?

The Gardens at Fair Oaks has a walk score of 67. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

When does The Gardens at Fair Oaks's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, The Gardens at Fair Oaks's license expires on June 19, 2027.

Are pets allowed at The Gardens at Fair Oaks?

Yes, The Gardens at Fair Oaks allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Gardens at Fair Oaks?

Ms. Helaine Walsh is the administrator of The Gardens at Fair Oaks.

How many beds does The Gardens at Fair Oaks have?

The Gardens at Fair Oaks has 125 beds.

Are there photos of The Gardens at Fair Oaks?

Yes — there are 11 photos of The Gardens at Fair Oaks in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does The Gardens at Fair Oaks provide?

The Gardens at Fair Oaks offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, Adult Day Care, and Respite Care.

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