The Gardens at Fair Oaks
Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Fairfax, VA
The Gardens at Fair Oaks
Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Fairfax, VA
Overview of The Gardens at Fair Oaks
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.
125-bed community Rank #78 / 365Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 78th out of 365 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 67 / 100 Rank #75 / 446Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 75th out of 446 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationJune 19, 2027
QualificationThree Year | Residential and Assisted Living Care | Special Care Unit | Non-Ambulatory
The Gardens at Fair Oaks is administered by Ms. Helaine Walsh.
Respite Care
Dining Room
Enclosed Walking Area With Gazebo
Hair Salon
Physical Therapy Center
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
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
3 complaints
8 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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)
• Total complaints (57% below)
• Complaints per year (57% below)
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 8 | 14 | 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
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 3 | 7 | This facility has 57% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 57% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2021.
| 0.6 | 1.4 | This facility has 57% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.6 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 57% better |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Gardens at Fair Oaks
Places of interest near The Gardens at Fair Oaks
2.1 miles from city center
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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| The Kensington Falls Church | AL MC | Falls Church (West Broad Street) | 131
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131
VA AVG
96
Rank
#67 / 365 | Yes |
87
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87
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#28 / 446 | Suite / 1 Bed | Ms. Amy Feather | 83.2% | - | 10 | 60%
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VA AVG
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| The Gardens at Fair Oaks | AL ADC MC RC | Fairfax (Forest Hill Drive) | 125
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125
VA AVG
96
Rank
#78 / 365 | Yes |
67
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67
VA AVG
44
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#75 / 446 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Helaine Walsh | - | - | 8 | 0%
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64.3%
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#1 / 330 | 3
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3
VA AVG
7
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#149 / 330 | - | - |
| Sunrise of Hunter Mill | AL HOS MC | Oakton | 100
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96
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#139 / 365 | Yes |
70
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70
VA AVG
44
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#64 / 446 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Isha Subedi | 71.0% | A- | 9 | 88.9%
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88.9%
VA AVG
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#301 / 330 | 1
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16
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32
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#113 / 271 | 1.8
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2.3
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| Braddock Glen | AL HOS | Fairfax (Lee Meadows) | 79
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79
VA AVG
96
Rank
#221 / 365 | Yes |
44
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44
VA AVG
44
Rank
#213 / 446 | Studio / 1 Bed | Ms. Katherine Westerman | 68.4% | - | 10 | 30%
Facility
30%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#60 / 330 | 2
Facility
2
VA AVG
7
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#110 / 330 | 3
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3
VA AVG
32
Rank
#25 / 271 | 0.3
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0.3
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#23 / 271 |
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96
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#291 / 365 | No |
44
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44
VA AVG
44
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#213 / 446 | Private Rooms | Bethlehem Getent | 94.6% | - | 2 | 0%
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0%
VA AVG
64.3%
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#1 / 330 | 0
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0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 330 | -
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-
VA AVG
32
Rank
#1 / 271 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#1 / 271 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia
The Gardens at Fair Oaks is located in Fairfax, Virginia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Gardens at Fair Oaks
What neighborhood is The Gardens at Fair Oaks in?
The Gardens at Fair Oaks is in the Forest Hill Drive neighborhood of Fairfax.
Is The Gardens at Fair Oaks in a walkable area?
The Gardens at Fair Oaks has a walk score of 67. Moderately 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.
Has The Gardens at Fair Oaks had any deficiencies?
The Gardens at Fair Oaks has had 8 reported deficiencies according to records from Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS).
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