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Compare Assisted Living around Fairfax County
The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
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| Braddock Glen |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. | Fairfax (Lee Meadows) | 79 | Yes | 44 | Studio / 1 Bed | Ms. Katherine Westerman | 68.4% | 10 | 30% | 2 | 3 | 0.3 |
| Brightview Fair Oaks |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Fairfax (Fair Lakes) | 92 | Yes | 12 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Franc Cooper | 91.3% | 4 | 75% | - | 9 | 2.3 |
| The Gardens at Fair Oaks |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Fairfax (Forest Hill Drive) | 125 | Yes | 67 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Helaine Walsh | - | 8 | - | 3 | - | 0.0 |
| Tall Oaks Assisted Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Reston (Hunter Mill District) | 165 | Yes | 29 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Mr. Nathan Salari | 69.1% | 21 | 47.6% | 8 | 22 | 1.0 |
| Cobbdale Assisted Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fairfax (Fairfax Woods) | - | Yes | 51 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Overview of Braddock Glen
A proud affiliate of the Sunrise senior living community, Braddock Glen is the assisted living-focused on hospice coordination services in Fairfax. Contributing to recognizing the community’s overall excellent service and caregiving, residents feel at home due to the exceptional respect the staff has shown with a welcoming approach. Life at Braddock Glen offers the opportunity and inspiration branded as a Sunrise lifestyle.
The senior living community’s services and amenities include activities and programs that promote a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that cultivate their golden years– weekly housekeeping and laundry, outings and activities, daily delicious and nutritious meals, specialized memory care training programs, short-term stays, and hospice care plans.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Brightview Fair Oaks
Brightview Fair Oaks undoubtedly provides the highest care for independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents. Management makes it a point that seniors are given the freedom and choice given to each resident and ensures that they attend to the unique needs of each individual with kindness and compassion. The premier retirement community strives to satisfy the holistic wellness of its residents in a cozy, nurturing, and fun-filled environment.
Brightview Fair Oaks residential lifestyle encourages its seniors to live a fulfilling everyday life through the community’s extensive services. Some all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, specialized memory care programs, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs. Other amenities include a library, full baths, a cafe, a fitness center, and a multi-purpose room– to name a few of what the home offers.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of The Gardens at Fair Oaks
The Gardens at Fair Oaks is the premier assisted living home with memory care services and adult day care programs offering exceptional personal care for each individual. The vibrant community performs nothing less than outstanding service by its professional and compassionate staff. The family-owned senior residences have maintained a warm, welcoming, family-like, dedicated approach to innovating senior care for over 25 years.
The Gardens at Fair Oaks offers one of the affordable assisted living services with top-notch senior care services. Personalized care includes daily health checks and medication management, scheduled transportation, a planned list of classes and outings, respite stays, and specialized memory care programs. Amenities include an elegant dining room, a spacious game room, beautiful gardens, a patio, and a salon.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Tall Oaks Assisted Living
Tall Oaks Assisted Living presents a vibrant community with a nice blend of active living and serene surroundings. Their apartments come in various styles, and the community amenities are designed to enhance residents’ experiences. For years, they have been providing exceptional assisted living, memory care, and respite care services in Reston, Virginia, making seniors feel genuinely at home.
Residents enjoy maintenance-free living in apartment homes with spacious closets and convenient features like individual climate controls and wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The community provides seamless connectivity with Wi-Fi availability and offers the added benefit of proximity to Reston Hospital and Reston Town Center, reflecting the unparalleled convenience that seniors experience in this welcoming community.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 283 / 336 / 463 / 567 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Cobbdale Assisted Living
Cobbdale Assisted Living has a supportive community for its residents while they provide the care that is necessary. The living accommodations are comfortable and the activities are created to meet individual interests allowing for individual growth while also encouraging socialization. The staff members are trained and dedicated to caring for their residents.
Residents can participate in exercise classes, arts and crafts sessions, and regular outings, as they build connections with one another. With common areas and spacious grounds, there’s a lot of opportunities for relaxation and socializing with friends. The dedicated staff ensures that each resident’s preferences and needs are met, creating a supportive environment where residents can thrive and enjoy their golden years to the fullest.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
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Resident Experience
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Regulatory
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Visual Media
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Website
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Stability
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Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
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Review Sentiment
Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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State Inspections
Citations/Inspection
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Complaint Visits
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BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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Video Tours
Virtual Walkthroughs
Photo Quantity
Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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Website Content
Mobile Usability
Staff Info Available
Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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Occupancy Rate
Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
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Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Fairfax County, VA
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Virginia?
Assisted living in Virginia supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Virginia?
Assisted living in Virginia is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Virginia Medicaid cover assisted living?
Virginia Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Virginia) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 5 assisted living facilities in Fairfax County, VA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Fairfax County, VA?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Fairfax County, VA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Fairfax County, VA?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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