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Best Assisted Living in Virginia

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Jun 2026
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383 homes in Virginia

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Virginia Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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

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Hickory Hill Retirement Community
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.

Burkeville
80
Facility 80
VA AVG 98
Rank #218 / 371
No
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 44
Rank #438 / 449
1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Laura D. Glasscock
91.3%
Facility 91.3%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #34 / 297
-17
41.2%
Facility 41.2%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #104 / 332
26
Facility 26
VA AVG 32
Rank #214 / 332
1.5
Facility 1.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #166 / 332
Our Lady of the Valley
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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.

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.

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.

Roanoke (Gainsboro)
127
Facility 127
VA AVG 98
Rank #82 / 371
No
68
Facility 68
VA AVG 44
Rank #74 / 449
Studio / 1 BedMeagan Seale
87.4%
Facility 87.4%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #59 / 297
A+20
55%
Facility 55%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #161 / 332
58
Facility 58
VA AVG 32
Rank #291 / 332
2.9
Facility 2.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #259 / 332
Sunrise of Hunter Mill
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.

Oakton
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 98
Rank #145 / 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
Sunrise of Fairfax
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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 (Boulevard Estates)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 98
Rank #125 / 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
Sunrise at Reston Town Center
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)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 98
Rank #125 / 371
Yes
84
Facility 84
VA AVG 44
Rank #36 / 449
Studio / 1 BedMs. Kanetha Breaux
62.6%
Facility 62.6%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #205 / 297
A-12
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #219 / 332
20
Facility 20
VA AVG 32
Rank #192 / 332
1.7
Facility 1.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #179 / 332
Brookdale at Home® Midlothian
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.

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.

Midlothian
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 98
Rank #145 / 371
No
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 44
Rank #412 / 449
SuitePatrick Hines
29.0%
Facility 29.0%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #291 / 297
A+10
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #124 / 332
23
Facility 23
VA AVG 32
Rank #206 / 332
2.3
Facility 2.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #227 / 332
Sunrise of Alexandria
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.

Alexandria (Seminary Hill)
110
Facility 110
VA AVG 98
Rank #115 / 371
Yes
62
Facility 62
VA AVG 44
Rank #98 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedArin Burrell-Duru
65.5%
Facility 65.5%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #195 / 297
A-8
25%
Facility 25%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #47 / 332
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 32
Rank #95 / 332
0.5
Facility 0.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #90 / 332
Sunrise at Fair Oaks
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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 (Boulevard Estates)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 98
Rank #125 / 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
Sunrise of Springfield
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.

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.

Springfield
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 98
Rank #145 / 371
Yes
75
Facility 75
VA AVG 44
Rank #57 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Anne Mccray
84.0%
Facility 84.0%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #77 / 297
A-6
16.7%
Facility 16.7%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #30 / 332
1
Facility 1
VA AVG 32
Rank #77 / 332
0.2
Facility 0.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #77 / 332
English Meadows
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.

Blacksburg (Farmview - Ramble)
110
Facility 110
VA AVG 98
Rank #115 / 371
No
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 44
Rank #374 / 449
Private RoomsPaul Englehart
80.9%
Facility 80.9%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #101 / 297
A+45
46.7%
Facility 46.7%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #120 / 332
72
Facility 72
VA AVG 32
Rank #306 / 332
1.6
Facility 1.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #173 / 332
Brookdale Danville Piedmont
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.

Danville
99
Facility 99
VA AVG 98
Rank #159 / 371
No
45
Facility 45
VA AVG 44
Rank #208 / 449
Studio / 2 BedCarole Maxwell
45.5%
Facility 45.5%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #271 / 297
A+6
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #320 / 332
35
Facility 35
VA AVG 32
Rank #248 / 332
5.8
Facility 5.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #313 / 332
Sunrise of Arlington
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.

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.

Arlington (Glebewood)
60
Facility 60
VA AVG 98
Rank #276 / 371
Yes
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 44
Rank #65 / 449
Studio / Suite / 2 BedMiss Rachel Jensen
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #106 / 297
A-9
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #219 / 332
18
Facility 18
VA AVG 32
Rank #186 / 332
2.0
Facility 2.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #204 / 332
Benchmark at Alexandria
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.

Alexandria (Alexandria West)
134
Facility 134
VA AVG 98
Rank #68 / 371
No
81
Facility 81
VA AVG 44
Rank #44 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedCarol L. Tarlowoh
47.8%
Facility 47.8%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #259 / 297
C8
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #295 / 332
19
Facility 19
VA AVG 32
Rank #190 / 332
2.4
Facility 2.4
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #235 / 332
Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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.

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.

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.

Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
120
Facility 120
VA AVG 98
Rank #93 / 371
Yes
47
Facility 47
VA AVG 44
Rank #193 / 449
1 BedMs. Julia Fretwell
57.5%
Facility 57.5%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #223 / 297
A+9
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #266 / 332
25
Facility 25
VA AVG 32
Rank #211 / 332
2.8
Facility 2.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #256 / 332
Brookdale Midlothian
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.

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.

Midlothian
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 98
Rank #145 / 371
No
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 44
Rank #412 / 449
SuitePatrick Hines-A+10
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #124 / 332
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 32
Rank #1 / 332
0.0
Facility 0.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 332
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Overview of Acclaim at East Beach

Pursuing an independent living program is made fruitful and enjoyable with Acclaim at East Beach. Committed to providing the life of relaxation and personal fulfillment, daily tasks that once consumed your off-work hours are a thing of the past at Acclaim, empowering residents to explore this bright, new world to their heart’s content and with the utmost safety. Take in the glamorous view of your new home in Norfolk, and dive into the community’s independent living calendar to see what adventures await; take on a new hobby, learn a new skill, or go for an actual dip in the pool as you rest and relax on a warm, sunny day.

Indulge in culinary delights from the comfort of your independent living home, with an on-site restaurant, bistro, private dining rooms and outdoor patios to savor fresh coffee or happy hours while getting to know fellow residents. Not feeling social? Meals can be grabbed to-go, and enjoyed from the comfort of your own abode. However you want the day to go, Acclaim has got you covered.

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Overview of The Huntington Assisted Living

The Huntington Assisted Living is a senior living community nestled in Newport News, Virginia, offering 32 private apartments that strike a harmonious balance between independent living and dedicated healthcare services. Focused on fostering an active lifestyle, The Huntington provides fitness and wellness activities tailored to maintain residents’ vitality. The community offers spacious studio and one-bedroom floor plans, fully furnished accommodations, and bed & breakfast apartments for visiting guests. Each apartment is thoughtfully designed with cable-equipped televisions, safety-oriented bathrooms, convenient kitchenettes containing microwaves and refrigerators, and emergency response systems. Residents receive comprehensive assistance for their daily needs with a vigilant professional nursing staff available round-the-clock.

Alongside robust amenities, residents enjoy full-service dining rooms and private dining areas, diverse wellness and activities programs, scheduled transportation, housekeeping, linen services, and on-site beauty salons and barbers. Pets are warmly welcomed, and complimentary snacks and beverages are provided. Prioritizing the health and wellness of residents, The Huntington ensures access to top-quality healthcare services such as home health care, rehabilitation, and hospice care, all expertly managed by their committed nursing team. With no entry fees and various floor plans to suit unique needs, The Huntington is committed to creating a secure, comforting environment, ensuring an exceptional dining experience, and fostering a welcoming atmosphere. For seniors seeking assistance with daily activities while upholding independence, The Huntington Assisted Living is an excellent choice, with 24/7 nursing staff availability offering unwavering peace of mind. 

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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 Arden Courts – Promedica Memory Care Community (fair Oaks)

Arden Courts – Promedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks provides outstanding supervision and care. The community offers an inviting atmosphere with fine hospitality; the staff is ready to attend to any need with compassion and dignity. Arden Courts maintain their residents’ sense of individuality while being able to enhance their quality of life in a nurturing environment.

Memory care services focus on its residents’ cognitive health and overall wellness– 24-hour supervision, medication management, outside rehabilitative care, physical therapy available, reassurance and advice support, structured programs, and mobility assistance.

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Overview of Province Place of Depaul

Province Place of Depaul Assisted Living stands as an exemplary choice among assisted living communities, offering an ideal environment for seniors to thrive both physically and mentally. Their dedicated team of highly trained medical staff ensures safety and quality care, elevating the assisted living experience for all residents, including dementia patients.

Here, residents can enjoy common areas adorned with fireplaces, adding a comforting touch to the communal spaces. Additionally, the facility houses an on-site beauty salon for the convenience of residents. With free Wi-Fi access and ample parking available in common areas, connectivity and accessibility are priorities. The home’s enclosed courtyard and well-maintained walking paths enrich the living experience. Specialized caregiver training further enhances the quality of care provided.

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Overview of Goodwin House Alexandria

Goodwin House Alexandria is a hub of vibrant living located at the west end of the city. Whether it’s a cozy studio or a spacious three-bedroom apartment, the home got it covered. Their living arrangements available are independent living, memory care, and assisted living, seniors are sure to find the perfect fit for their lifestyle.

Their amenities include a stunning courtyard, complete with a tranquil fish pond and personal garden boxes for residents to cultivate their green thumb. And for those who like to stay active, the fitness center and heated pool are always available. The library also provides the perfect space to unwind and catch up on some reading. More importantly, residents can enjoy delicious and healthy meals in one of the many dining venues on offer.

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Overview of Brookdale Staunton

Sitting on 22 acres of ethereal lands at Hillsmere Lane, Staunton, VA, Brookdale Staunton is a paradisal senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Featuring cozy and pet-friendly floor plans including a studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, the community guarantees a relaxing accommodation for your retirement. With a team of respectful and well-trained professionals, Brookdale Staunton goes above and beyond in getting to know its residents to provide care and assistance tailored to meet their specific needs.

The community fosters a bright and friendly environment, orchestrating several activities such as friendly competitions, art classes, and programs chosen to emphasize its residents’ strengths and interests. Delicious and healthy meals are prepared daily to cater to seniors’ dietary needs and desires. Stroll around the scenic grounds with your pet and wander off to the library. Brookdale Staunton is surrounded by a tranquil neighborhood, promising its residents an experience of an unforgettable golden years. The community also provides a porch, a beauty and barbershop, a chapel, parking areas, concierge services, a therapy room, and a game room.

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Overview of The Wellington at Lake Manassas

Burrowed in the serene neighborhood of Roanoke, VA, the Wellington at Lake Manassas is a dedicated senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from a wide range of spacious and comfortable accommodations according to their tastes. Having a highly equipped and compassionate team, this community assures its residents with a service-enriched set of programs and services.

Discover its top-notch amenities and services including the fitness center with senior friendly equipment ranging from treadmills and resistance training to free weights and machines, emergency call systems, 24/7 healthcare services and many more. Moreover, avail of its concierge services such as transportation services to make the most out of your time participating in diverse social activities and community events. With the The Wellington at Lake Manassas, seniors can enjoy a living experience worth remembering.

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Overview of Cambridge Crossing Assisted Living

Cambridge Crossing is a remarkable senior living community located in Williamsburg, VA that provides Assisted Living and Respite Care for seniors. Featuring both long-term and short-term care, Cambridge Crossing ensures the safety and comfort of its residents with round-the-clock care and support and care plans tailored to their needs and preferences. With a compassionate and dedicated team, residents experience a comfortable and cozy stay.

Daily activities and programs are conducted to foster social wellness and trusting connections among the residents and the community. Cambridge Crossing provides lectures and recreation to ensure the residents’ overall well-being. Here, healthy and delicious chef-prepared meals adhere to the residents’ preferences. Furthermore, residents at Cambridge Crossing receive unwavering support with housekeeping, medication administration, assistance with daily tasks and much more.

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Overview of Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

Woodbine Rehabilitation and Healthcare Centers creates a comfortable and secure environment for seniors in need of a comprehensive continuum of specialization. The resident-centered community creates a friendly atmosphere in a nurturing environment– ideal for seniors to have a smooth recovery journey for sub-acute rehabilitation, ventilator and respiratory care, as well as long-term care. Woodbine Rehabilitation strives to provide a close-knit community where meaningful relationships are created to make a new set of family in their new found home. 

Woodbine services’ include respite care, clinical services, and an Urgent SNF™ Service. The Urgent SNF program is a multidisciplinary short-term and long-term care service that include therapy (physical, occupational, speech), dialysis, ambulatory dysfunction, and falls. 

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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
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Virginia

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 383 assisted living facilities in Virginia. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Virginia?

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 Virginia, 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 Virginia?

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.