Page 2 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Sunrise of Arlington
AL
MC
Arlington (Glebewood)
60
Facility 60
VA AVG 94
Rank #232 / 311
Yes
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 45
Rank #51 / 336
Studio / Suite / 2 BedKatherine Westerman
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #78 / 238
A+B9
67%
Facility 67%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
18
Facility 18
VA AVG 32
Rank #87 / 246
2.0
Facility 2.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #112 / 246
Brookdale Harrisonburg
AL
MC
Harrisonburg
114
Facility 114
VA AVG 94
Rank #81 / 311
Yes
62
Facility 62
VA AVG 45
Rank #80 / 336
Studio / SuiteEverette Harrison
36.8%
Facility 36.8%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #227 / 238
A+C+11
73%
Facility 73%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
28
Facility 28
VA AVG 32
Rank #127 / 246
2.5
Facility 2.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #149 / 246
Commonwealth Senior Living at Bon Air
AL
MC
RC
Bon Air
88
Facility 88
VA AVG 94
Rank #156 / 311
Yes
24
Facility 24
VA AVG 45
Rank #263 / 336
Studio / 1 BedGreogory Cole
81.8%
Facility 81.8%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #69 / 238
-A+6
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 32
Rank #10 / 246
0.7
Facility 0.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #18 / 246
The Kensington Falls Church
AL
MC
Falls Church
131
Facility 131
VA AVG 94
Rank #56 / 311
Yes
87
Facility 87
VA AVG 45
Rank #20 / 336
Suite / 1 BedAmy Feather
83.2%
Facility 83.2%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #61 / 238
-B+11
64%
Facility 64%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
13
Facility 13
VA AVG 32
Rank #71 / 246
1.2
Facility 1.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #97 / 246
The Summit
AL
HC
IL
MC
Lynchburg
50
Facility 50
VA AVG 94
Rank #254 / 311
No
56
Facility 56
VA AVG 45
Rank #113 / 336
1 Bed / 2 BedLisa Watson
82.0%
Facility 82.0%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #66 / 238
AA+11
27%
Facility 27%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
5
Facility 5
VA AVG 32
Rank #227 / 246
0.5
Facility 0.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #67 / 246
Hermitage Richmond
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
Richmond (Laburnum Park)
257
Facility 257
VA AVG 94
Rank #3 / 311
Yes
51
Facility 51
VA AVG 45
Rank #134 / 336
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedJames Stovall
33.9%
Facility 33.9%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #230 / 238
-A+7
0%
Facility 0%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #1 / 303
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 32
Rank #1 / 246
0.0
Facility 0.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 246
Sunrise of McLean Village
AL
MC
Mclean (West Mclean)
125
Facility 125
VA AVG 94
Rank #63 / 311
Yes
91
Facility 91
VA AVG 45
Rank #16 / 336
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedMaureen Davis
75.2%
Facility 75.2%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #112 / 238
-A-11
55%
Facility 55%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
14
Facility 14
VA AVG 32
Rank #81 / 246
1.3
Facility 1.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #107 / 246
Marian Manor Retirement
AL
IL
RC
Virginia Beach (Northwest)
145
Facility 145
VA AVG 94
Rank #39 / 311
No
51
Facility 51
VA AVG 45
Rank #134 / 336
Private RoomsKaren Land
86.2%
Facility 86.2%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #50 / 238
-B+8
63%
Facility 63%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 32
Rank #71 / 246
2.0
Facility 2.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #97 / 246
Silverado Alexandria Memory Care Community
AL
MC
RC
Alexandria (Rosemont)
88
Facility 88
VA AVG 94
Rank #156 / 311
Yes
21
Facility 21
VA AVG 45
Rank #271 / 336
Private RoomsMegan Fritz
78.4%
Facility 78.4%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #92 / 238
-A+8
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
7
Facility 7
VA AVG 32
Rank #43 / 246
0.9
Facility 0.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #67 / 246
The Wellington at Lake Manassas
AL
IL
MC
RC
Gainesville
140
Facility 140
VA AVG 94
Rank #41 / 311
Yes
44
Facility 44
VA AVG 45
Rank #169 / 336
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBryan Lamartin
70.7%
Facility 70.7%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #137 / 238
-A10
40%
Facility 40%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
6
Facility 6
VA AVG 32
Rank #25 / 246
0.6
Facility 0.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #44 / 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 Sunrise of Arlington

Sunrise of Arlington is a 60-bed assisted living community in Arlington, Virginia. It sits on North Glebe Road in a really walkable neighborhood where most errands can be done on foot. The home occupies a three-story building and offers studio, suite, and two-bedroom floor plans to handle different preferences and needs. Operating for 45 years, Sunrise of Arlington maintains an 80 percent occupancy rate, indicating a stable residential base.

The home stands in a location that makes it convenient for visiting families and allows residents to stay connected to the surrounding neighborhood. The Walk Score of 70 demonstrates solid walkability, meaningful for residents who value access to nearby shops, services, and community destinations.

Over the past five years, the Virginia Department of Social Services’ inspections have focused on operational and safety protocols, including emergency preparedness procedures and medication management. The facility has shown strong compliance in its core resident care and admission practices.

Contact Sunrise of Arlington

Overview of Brookdale Harrisonburg

Located in Deyerle Avenue, Harrisonburg, VA Brookdale Harrissonburg is a trusted senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. With various studios provided, the community ensures an elegant retirement. Cherish every moment and enjoy freedom without worrying about mundane activities and maintenance. A team of kind, compassionate, and reliable individuals is available to lend extra support whenever needed.

Brookdale Harrisonburg promotes a warm and welcoming environment, empowering its residents to live an active lifestyle and connect with their surroundings. Prioritizing the seniors’ meal preferences and dietary needs, the community prepares delicious, healthy meals. Within its beautifully landscaped grounds, the community provides fabulous amenities for its residents’ wellness and leisure including a beauty and barbershop, a whirlpool, a courtyard and garden, a porch, a piano, and transportation.

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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Bon Air

Commonwealth Senior Living at Bon Air provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Bon Air, VA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, dining, and toileting, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short-term stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 88 beds and offers studio and one-bedroom residences, with a studio providing one private living space and a one-bedroom offering separate living and sleeping areas. Its starting price is $4,440, although the available details do not assign that figure to a specific care level. The combination of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

Pets are allowed, so residents may be able to keep a companion animal with them. Dining includes farm-to-table, chef-prepared meals, and the community offers the Sweet Memories™ Program. Kenneth Gibson serves as the administrator.

Contact Commonwealth Senior Living at Bon Air

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.

Contact The Kensington Falls Church

The Summit

1400 Enterprise Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24502
Overview of The Summit

The Summit offers assisted living, home care, independent living, and memory care in Lynchburg, VA. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private apartment. Home care supports a resident in the place where they live, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Several care levels are available here. The Summit may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The Summit has 50 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other. Housing includes one bedroom and two bedroom layouts. A two bedroom option can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion, while a one bedroom layout provides a single private space.

A Walk Score of 56 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby destinations independently. Lisa T. Watson serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Hermitage Richmond

Hermitage Richmond fosters retirement homes near me, a sense of purpose for residents, with opportunities for connection, discovery, and personal growth.  Residents enjoy a variety of amenities and services designed to enhance their well-being, including fitness classes, a creative arts studio, group outings, and a lifelong learning program.  On-site religious services and a chaplain provide spiritual support, while a library and volunteer opportunities offer ways to stay engaged.

The community itself is a haven for those seeking a carefree lifestyle.  Maintenance-free living allows residents to focus on enjoying their golden years.  Delicious meals are served daily in the elegant dining room, while housekeeping and linen services take care of everyday chores.  Emergency call systems and 24/7 security ensure resident safety and peace of mind.

Hermitage Richmond is a pet-friendly community and offers a variety of on-site amenities, including a sunroom, gathering spaces, and raised garden beds.  Scheduled transportation is available for those who wish to explore the surrounding area, while a sundries shop caters to everyday needs.

 

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Overview of Sunrise of McLean Village

Sunrise of McLean Village offers assisted living and memory care in McLean, VA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Both care levels are available on one campus, so a resident’s care can change over time without moving to another community. The community has 125 beds and offers studios, suites, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences. A studio provides one private space, while a two-bedroom layout can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. The area has a Walk Score of 91 out of 100, classified as a walker’s paradise, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Pets are allowed, and a resident can bring a pet when moving in. Ms. Maureen Davis serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Marian Manor Retirement

Marian Manor Retirement occupies a mid-rise building on Marian Lane in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, about 11.4 miles from the city center. The 145-bed community offers private rooms across three care types: assisted living, independent living, and respite care. Executive Director Ms. Karen Land leads the facility.

With 126 of 145 beds occupied, the community runs at 87% occupancy, which reflects consistent demand without the pressure of a fully waitlisted building. The neighborhood scores a 51 on the Walk Score scale, landing in the moderately walkable range; some trips on foot are practical, but a car handles most of what residents and visitors need. Transportation services are available on-site for those without their own vehicle.

Beyond transportation, the building includes fitness and recreation facilities, and a Life Enrichment program is part of the scheduled care structure. State inspections have generally focused on medication management, care planning and documentation, and fall and injury prevention as recurring areas of attention.

Marian Manor is a private-room community at a mid-size scale in Virginia Beach, covering the range from independent to assisted living and short-term respite stays, with on-site transportation and fitness amenities rounding out what the building offers day to day.

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Overview of Silverado Alexandria Memory Care Community

Silverado Alexandria Memory Care is part of the Silverado Senior Living network, and you’ll find it at 2807 King St in the Rosemont neighborhood of Alexandria, about 1.9 miles from the city center. It’s a three-story building with 88 beds, purpose-built specifically for memory care, though they also offer assisted living and respite services. A huge plus is that every single unit is a private room. You’ll want to have a car here since the area is pretty car-dependent with a Walk Score of 21, but at least the Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is less than a tenth of a mile away.

The community is led by administrator Sabrina Pegross and currently has 66 of its 88 beds filled, which puts occupancy at 75%. Looking at their state inspections, they’ve been focused on things like medication management, safety regarding hazardous materials, and keeping their care documentation up to date. These are standard areas to watch in any memory care setting.

Since Silverado operates communities across more than a dozen states, they have a very established model for how they handle memory care, and this location sticks to that plan. If you’re a family in northern Virginia navigating a dementia diagnosis, the fact that this is a dedicated memory care campus with private rooms, respite options, and the backing of a large, experienced operator makes it a strong contender for your shortlist.

Contact Silverado Alexandria Memory Care Community

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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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.