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Best Assisted Living in Great Falls, VA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 12 assisted living communities in Great Falls, VA using Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in VA
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Apr 2026
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Avg Walk Score: 48/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Great Falls, VA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 112The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Great Falls, VA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Great Falls

The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.

Braddock Glen
AL
HC
Fairfax (Lee Meadows)
79
Facility 79
VA AVG 95
Rank #223 / 371
Yes
44
Facility 44
VA AVG 44
Rank #214 / 449
Studio / 1 BedMs. Katherine Westerman
68.4%
Facility 68.4%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #182 / 297
-10
30%
Facility 30%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #57 / 332
3
Facility 3
VA AVG 32
Rank #85 / 332
0.3
Facility 0.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #83 / 332
Sunrise of Hunter Mill
AL
HC
MC
Oakton
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 95
Rank #141 / 371
Yes
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 44
Rank #65 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Isha Subedi
71.0%
Facility 71.0%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #159 / 297
A-9
88.9%
Facility 88.9%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #302 / 332
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 32
Rank #173 / 332
1.8
Facility 1.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #190 / 332
The Virginian
AL
NH
IL
MC
Fairfax (Arlington Boulevard)
170
Facility 170
VA AVG 95
Rank #26 / 371
Yes
37
Facility 37
VA AVG 44
Rank #255 / 449
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsMs. Jenna Ballard
58.8%
Facility 58.8%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #218 / 297
-19
68.4%
Facility 68.4%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #236 / 332
77
Facility 77
VA AVG 32
Rank #310 / 332
4.1
Facility 4.1
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #294 / 332
Sunrise of Fairfax
AL
NH
MC
Fairfax (Boulevard Estates)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 95
Rank #122 / 371
Yes
61
Facility 61
VA AVG 44
Rank #105 / 449
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Jordan Kay
67.3%
Facility 67.3%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #187 / 297
A-16
56.3%
Facility 56.3%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #166 / 332
23
Facility 23
VA AVG 32
Rank #206 / 332
1.4
Facility 1.4
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #158 / 332
Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
Great Falls (Colvin Run Village)
94
Facility 94
VA AVG 95
Rank #172 / 371
Yes
40
Facility 40
VA AVG 44
Rank #246 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Cindy Menker
77.7%
Facility 77.7%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #123 / 297
-16
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #124 / 332
23
Facility 23
VA AVG 32
Rank #206 / 332
1.4
Facility 1.4
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #158 / 332
The Residence at Colvin Run
AL
MC
RC
Great Falls (Colvin Run Village)
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 95
Rank #249 / 371
Yes
35
Facility 35
VA AVG 44
Rank #264 / 449
Studio. / 1 Bed / 2 BedMr. Seth Wirekoh
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #106 / 297
-5
40%
Facility 40%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #87 / 332
6
Facility 6
VA AVG 32
Rank #108 / 332
1.2
Facility 1.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #138 / 332
Sunrise at Fair Oaks
AL
MC
RC
Fairfax (Boulevard Estates)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 95
Rank #122 / 371
Yes
49
Facility 49
VA AVG 44
Rank #180 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Jordan Kay-A-16
56.3%
Facility 56.3%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #166 / 332
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 32
Rank #1 / 332
0.0
Facility 0.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 332
The Kensington Falls Church
AL
MC
Falls Church (West Broad Street)
131
Facility 131
VA AVG 95
Rank #68 / 371
Yes
87
Facility 87
VA AVG 44
Rank #29 / 449
Suite / 1 BedMs. Amy Feather
83.2%
Facility 83.2%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #83 / 297
-10
60%
Facility 60%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #183 / 332
11
Facility 11
VA AVG 32
Rank #150 / 332
1.1
Facility 1.1
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #133 / 332
The Gardens at Fair Oaks
AL
ADC
MC
RC
Fairfax (Forest Hill Drive)
125
Facility 125
VA AVG 95
Rank #80 / 371
Yes
67
Facility 67
VA AVG 44
Rank #76 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Helaine Walsh--8
0%
Facility 0%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #1 / 332
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 32
Rank #1 / 332
0.0
Facility 0.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 332
The Providence Fairfax
AL
MC
Fairfax
175
Facility 175
VA AVG 95
Rank #24 / 371
Yes
38
Facility 38
VA AVG 44
Rank #253 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMr. Ray Dennison
72.6%
Facility 72.6%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #149 / 297
-25
60%
Facility 60%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #183 / 332
53
Facility 53
VA AVG 32
Rank #283 / 332
2.1
Facility 2.1
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #213 / 332
The Woodlands Retirement Community
AL
ADC
IL
MC
RC
Fairfax (Forest Hill Drive)
-Yes
19
Facility 19
VA AVG 44
Rank #362 / 449
2 Bed-------
Sunrise at Fair Oaks
AL
MC
RC
Fair Oaks
74Yes 34 Studio / Suite / 2 BedLydia Gravelyn 78.4% -10-70.7
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.

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Overview of Sunrise of Hunter Mill

Offering assisted living and memory care services, Sunrise of Hunter Mill is one of the best senior living communities near Great Falls. 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 the Sunrise of Hunter Mill 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.

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The Virginian

9229 Arlington Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22031
Overview of The Virginian

A vibrant community for residents looking to find a community that feels like home, The Virginian provides a new and inspiring approach to senior independent living. Adults and seniors can feel confident with the relaxing independent living lifestyle they’ll be able to enjoy during their stay. For over 40 years, the premier choice in Northern Virginia has continuously ensured an active senior lifestyle. As a Life Care Services community, management has designed an exclusive LifeSTYLE Promise® program that focuses on enhancing the lifestyle of individuals through comfort, choice, and flexibility.

The Virginian offers an innovative and modern approach to residential living, appealing to seniors who seek new opportunities and a sense of community. Residents will immerse themselves in a person-focused care plan that involves a range of fitness programs, scheduled outings, majestic dining experiences, and engaging programs for holistic wellness.

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Overview of Sunrise of Fairfax

Sunrise of Fairfax is a senior living community that can be found in the heart of Virginia. With a commitment to providing comprehensive care and creating a warm, welcoming environment, Sunrise of Fairfax offers a range of services made to meet the needs of each resident. From assisted living to memory care, their dedicated team strives to create meaningful experiences for senior residents.

Sunrise of Fairfax allows their individuals to explore and enjoy their community while feeling at-home. With their enriching activities, innovative care services, and creative community, life at Sunrise brings joy to their senior residents. They also focus on building independence, promoting well-being, and encouraging meaningful connections, making them a premier facility.

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Overview of The Residence at Colvin Run

The Residence at Colvin Run undoubtedly provides the highest care for memory care and assisted living options. 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 upscale senior living community prides itself on being a renowned home in Norwood.

The lifestyle at The Residences is an easy and worry-free community; through the community’s extensive services, residents can live a fulfilling everyday life. Some all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs.

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Overview of Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care

Brightview Great Falls undoubtedly provides the highest care for 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 Great Falls’ 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.

Contact Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care

Overview of Sunrise at Fair Oaks

Offering assisted living and memory care services near Great Falls, Sunrise of Fairfax is one of the best senior living facilities in the city. 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 the Sunrise of Fairfax 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, and specialized programs. 

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Overview of The Kensington Falls Church

The Kensington Falls Church rests in the scenic landscape of Northern Virginia, providing compassionate support for seniors facing challenging circumstances in their golden years. With a range of services, including assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation, this community is dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents in a human-centric way.  They also have an on-site physician office, regular family nights and support groups, psychological and psychiatric services, and a registered dietitian overseeing meals.

The community designed specialized neighborhoods for memory care to be warm and inviting, creating a sense of familiarity and comfort for seniors with memory impairments. Recognizing the unique strengths and abilities despite the challenges of memory loss, the community creates an environment that nurtures a sense of purpose and dignity. Unique programs such as the Parkinson’s Communications Club and Parkinson’s Energized Fitness, along with caregiver support through the Caregiver Connect program led by aging and dementia specialists, demonstrate the community’s commitment to holistic care.

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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.

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Overview of The Providence Fairfax

A few minutes from Great Falls, The Providence Fairfax offers luxury assisted living. The grandeur home presents an upscale ambiance– a fitting environment that matches an opulent lifestyle filled with arts and culture. Also offering memory care support, the senior living community heeds an environment that nurtures and innovates an enhanced lifestyle. At The Providence, expect retirement to be engaging, exceptional, and comforting.

Residential living is built on the wellness and enjoyment of each senior, focusing on individualized care plans tailored for each individual to help them thrive. Providing forward-thinking services and amenities, such as life-enrichment programs, stimulating memory care therapy activities, recreational activities, room service, restaurant-inspired dining services, and an on-site salon and spa– seniors can live freely with full support, stability, and flexibility.

Contact The Providence Fairfax

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Great Falls, VA

What is the average cost of assisted living in Great Falls, VA?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Great Falls, VA is approximately $6,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Great Falls, VA?

Assisted living in Great Falls, VA typically ranges from $5,800–$8,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Great Falls, VA?

Assisted living facilities in Great Falls, VA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

How many licensed assisted living facilities are there in Great Falls, VA?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately ~3–5 licensed assisted living facilities in Great Falls, 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.