Page 17 of Best Assisted Living in Virginia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 345 assisted living communities in VA using VA Depts. of Social Services & Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in VA
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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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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 violations, 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 violations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of violations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total violations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Cambridge Crossing Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
Williamsburg
67
Facility 67
VA AVG 94
Rank #218 / 311
Yes
30
Facility 30
VA AVG 45
Rank #233 / 336
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsBrittany Hooper
32.8%
Facility 32.8%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #231 / 238
B+12
83%
Facility 83%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #61 / 303
10
Facility 10
VA AVG 32
Rank #236 / 246
0.8
Facility 0.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #44 / 246
English Meadows Abingdon Campus
AL
MC
Abingdon
85
Facility 85
VA AVG 94
Rank #160 / 311
No
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 45
Rank #51 / 336
-Anna Laura Henderson
77.6%
Facility 77.6%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #96 / 238
B+10
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
15
Facility 15
VA AVG 32
Rank #87 / 246
1.5
Facility 1.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #112 / 246
Parson Residential Care
AL
RC
Chesapeake (Deep Creek North)
60
Facility 60
VA AVG 94
Rank #232 / 311
Yes
30
Facility 30
VA AVG 45
Rank #233 / 336
-Julie Ann Kelley
26.7%
Facility 26.7%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #235 / 238
B+8
63%
Facility 63%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
13
Facility 13
VA AVG 32
Rank #71 / 246
1.6
Facility 1.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #97 / 246
Hickory Hill Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
Burkeville
80
Facility 80
VA AVG 94
Rank #180 / 311
No-1 Bed / 2 BedLaura Glasscock
91.3%
Facility 91.3%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #22 / 238
B+17
41%
Facility 41%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
26
Facility 26
VA AVG 32
Rank #134 / 246
1.5
Facility 1.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #156 / 246
The Lodge at Old Trail
AL
IL
MC
Crozet
166
Facility 166
VA AVG 94
Rank #23 / 311
Yes
59
Facility 59
VA AVG 45
Rank #91 / 336
-Elizabeth Barber
36.1%
Facility 36.1%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #228 / 238
B-14
71%
Facility 71%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
34
Facility 34
VA AVG 32
Rank #164 / 246
2.4
Facility 2.4
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #184 / 246
White Birch Communities
AL
IL
MC
Rockingham
78
Facility 78
VA AVG 94
Rank #191 / 311
Yes
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 45
Rank #287 / 336
-Amanda Arthur
61.5%
Facility 61.5%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #169 / 238
B-7
86%
Facility 86%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
13
Facility 13
VA AVG 32
Rank #71 / 246
1.9
Facility 1.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #97 / 246
Greenbrier Assisted Living
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
Vienna
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 94
Rank #293 / 311
No
46
Facility 46
VA AVG 45
Rank #162 / 336
Private / Semi-Private RoomsRoxana Gharavi
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #34 / 238
C10
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
121
Facility 121
VA AVG 32
Rank #224 / 246
12.1
Facility 12.1
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #240 / 246
Harmony at Harbour View
AL
IL
MC
Suffolk
110
Facility 110
VA AVG 94
Rank #86 / 311
Yes
48
Facility 48
VA AVG 45
Rank #151 / 336
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedCristy Hansen
73.6%
Facility 73.6%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #121 / 238
C-48
73%
Facility 73%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
143
Facility 143
VA AVG 32
Rank #213 / 246
3.0
Facility 3.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #230 / 246
Harmony at Oakbrooke
AL
IL
MC
Chesapeake (Greenbrier West)
125
Facility 125
VA AVG 94
Rank #63 / 311
Yes
34
Facility 34
VA AVG 45
Rank #207 / 336
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedJennifer Stell
66.4%
Facility 66.4%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #157 / 238
C16
63%
Facility 63%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
45
Facility 45
VA AVG 32
Rank #197 / 246
2.8
Facility 2.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #215 / 246
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility
AL
Roanoke (Ghent)
34
Facility 34
VA AVG 94
Rank #277 / 311
Yes
72
Facility 72
VA AVG 45
Rank #48 / 336
-Sherone Cephas
82.4%
Facility 82.4%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #64 / 238
C-8
75%
Facility 75%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
35
Facility 35
VA AVG 32
Rank #158 / 246
4.4
Facility 4.4
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #179 / 246

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other VA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 345 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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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 English Meadows Abingdon Campus

English Meadows Abingdon Campus offers assisted living and memory care in Abingdon, VA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space, while memory care provides supervision in a secured setting for someone living with dementia. The two care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain within the same community as care needs change.

The community has 85 beds, and staffing is available 24 hours a day, including overnight hours. Starting prices range from $5,295 to $7,995 per month, so families should expect the monthly starting amount to fall within that range. Anna Laura Henderson serves as the administrator.

Residents have access to a salon and receive farm-fresh meals and snacks. A Walk Score of 70 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to reach nearby shops and services independently.

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Overview of Parson Residential Care

Parson Residential Care is a cozy and tightly-knit care home for seniors in Chesapeake. The assisted living community boasts a secure and comfortable environment where many residents and their families feel they belong, thanks to the home’s warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff creates a nurturing environment within the community grounds while basking in the privilege of a vacation-like lifestyle and resort-like hospitality.

Parson Residential Care offers its seniors a range of assisted living levels of care, depending on their needs. Other community accommodations include housekeeping, laundry, transportation, ADLs, and home-cooked meals served daily.

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Overview of Hickory Hill Retirement Community

As a compassionate family-owned and operated senior living destination, Hickory Hill is dedicated to ensuring the happiness and well-being of senior residents. This assisted living community offers assisted living, residential living, and memory care services in Burkeville, Virginia. Hickory Hill’s affordable assisted living rates cater to varying levels of care required, remaining highly competitive within the industry.
In this haven, residents can delight in a comprehensive support system from housekeeping to transportation and expertly prepared meals. Committing to transparency and responsive communication, they stand ready to help potential senior residents and their families. Their devoted team at Hickory Hill eagerly welcomes seniors considering becoming part of their retirement community.

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Overview of The Lodge at Old Trail

The Lodge at Old Trail provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Crozet, VA. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and the three care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without leaving the community.

The Lodge opened in 2012. With 166 beds, the community has more residents, staff, and usually programming than a smaller setting. Starting prices are $4,445 for independent living, $5,969 for assisted living, and $6,824 for memory care, allowing families to match the monthly starting rate to the care level. Ms. Elizabeth Barber serves as administrator.

Dining venues include Gregg’s Pub and Patio, the Corner Café, and the Ridges dining room, with an emphasis on local foods. A fitness center, library, outdoor spaces, and wellness programs give residents places for exercise, reading, time outdoors, and health-focused activities. Community and Lifestyle Activities includes social, cultural, spiritual, and fitness programs, providing organized ways to participate in those areas. Scheduled transportation provides planned rides for residents who need transportation for scheduled trips.

Rehabilitation services allow residents to receive therapy through the community rather than arranging transportation elsewhere. Respite care provides a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in. A Walk Score of 59 / 100 means the area is somewhat walkable and some errands can be done on foot, which may allow a resident who no longer drives to complete certain errands independently.

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Overview of White Birch Communities

White Birch Communities offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Rockingham, VA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living supports residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

The community has 78 beds. Its combination of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. White Birch Communities may also be a good fit for someone who wants to keep a pet, since pets are allowed.

Residents have access to a beauty salon and exercise facility on site, allowing them to handle grooming and exercise within the community. A chapel provides a dedicated place for services or personal prayer, and transportation is available for residents who need community transportation.

White Birch Communities is family-owned, and Mrs. Amanda Crider serves as administrator.

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Overview of Greenbrier Assisted Living

Conveniently located in the quiet neighborhood of Madrillon Estates Drive, Vienna, VA, Greenbrier Assisted Living is a dedicated community that provides assisted living. With its luxurious and sophisticated accommodations, residents are encouraged to live comfortably, especially with a professional care team attending to their needs around the clock. The community also offers hospice services and respite care to guide residents with their every need, regardless of long-term and short-term care.

With housekeeping and laundry cared for, residents have more time to do the things they enjoy and mingle with friends more. Mealtimes are celebrations of every day, striving to foster comfort while meeting dietary needs and tastes. The community is committed to providing a safe and comfortable environment with its power generator, cozy common areas, and onsite house doctor.

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Overview of Harmony at Harbour View

Live blissfully with the idyllic senior living community of Harmony at Harbour View in Suffolk, VA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. With its dedication to improving seniors’ welfare, the community provides top-tier care and assistance from a well-trained team 24/7. Seniors can rest assured of living the lifestyle they prefer, especially with the utmost support from the community.

Residents enrich their retirement with a variety of engaging activities and exciting programs that are carefully thought of to highlight their interests and strengths. Here, residents enjoy diverse dining options that cater to their dietary needs and tastes. Harmony at Harbour View is ideal for seniors looking to make the most out of their best years with its incredible amenities and genuine care.

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Overview of Harmony at Oakbrooke

As its name suggests, Harmony at Oakbrooke ensures the community’s serene and harmonious environment. The name also suggests that senior living is supposed to be calming and balanced– a freeing lifestyle with the necessary support. The elegant community is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community with personal care. Residents of the community wholly receive a strong sense of freedom with no shame of being able to receive additional assistance, mainly because Harmony at Oakbrooke is a home that can let their chosen lifestyle for their needs.

Harmony offers an elevated lifestyle because of their marvelous level of care and complete attention to the needs of their residents, as well as residents’ ability to practice a stress-free and well-balanced lifestyle. Their amenities and services include laundry, transportation, healthy and savory chef-prepared meals, memory retention, and fitness activities. Its memory care services strive to assist seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia with programs focused on mental stimulation.

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Overview of Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility

With 34 beds, Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility is a single-story assisted living community on Amherst Street in Roanoke, Virginia, about 2 miles from the city center. It has the feel of a smaller, tightly-knit residence rather than a large campus. It’s staffed around the clock, every day of the week. Residents receive an all-inclusive mix of daily support, including scheduled housekeeping and home-cooked meals. There’s also a regular calendar of social events and activities to keep the day engaging.

Magnolia Ridge has specialized programs geared toward veterans, giving this population a tailored layer of support and standard offering. The community is administered by Sherone Cephas.

Getting around the neighborhood on foot is easy. Magnolia Ridge has a walk score of 72. Most errands can be handled without a car and many everyday essentials sit within a short walk. This may matter for visiting family members who want to stop by a nearby shop or grab a coffee during a longer visit.

State inspection reports for Magnolia Ridge have most often centered on medication management and documentation practices. It also touched on daily oversight of resident care plans. One complaint review on file found no evidence of non-compliance in how the facility handles administration or resident care.

Besides daily care, the community allows pets. It provides transportation services for residents who need to get to appointments or outings. Fitness and recreation programming keep residents active. Currently, the community has room to grow, with about 62% occupancy across its 34 beds.

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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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Assisted Living in Virginia at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $6,911The average monthly cost across facilities in Virginia. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Virginia. 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: 94The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Virginia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 345 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.