Page 21 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. 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.
Golden Care Services
AL
RESC
RC
Newport News (South Newport News)
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 94
Rank #293 / 311
No
41
Facility 41
VA AVG 45
Rank #190 / 336
-Yanova Mitchener
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #34 / 238
-C-3
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
11
Facility 11
VA AVG 32
Rank #57 / 246
3.7
Facility 3.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #82 / 246
Karolwood Gardens Portsmouth
AL
MC
Portsmouth
75
Facility 75
VA AVG 94
Rank #196 / 311
Yes
69
Facility 69
VA AVG 45
Rank #57 / 336
Suite / 1 BedRachel Ford
56.0%
Facility 56.0%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #191 / 238
-D-24
79%
Facility 79%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 32
Rank #239 / 246
4.2
Facility 4.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #246 / 246
Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC
AL
HOS
Se Leesburg
77
Facility 77
VA AVG 94
Rank #194 / 311
Yes
84
Facility 84
VA AVG 45
Rank #26 / 336
-Susan Ackman
87.0%
Facility 87.0%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #46 / 238
-D24
83%
Facility 83%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
80
Facility 80
VA AVG 32
Rank #220 / 246
3.3
Facility 3.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #236 / 246
The Fairfax
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Belvoir
96
Facility 96
VA AVG 94
Rank #133 / 311
No
2
Facility 2
VA AVG 45
Rank #336 / 336
-Rochelle Hale
71.9%
Facility 71.9%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #132 / 238
-B-16
63%
Facility 63%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
37
Facility 37
VA AVG 32
Rank #181 / 246
2.3
Facility 2.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #199 / 246
Shenandoah Senior Living
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Front Royal
78
Facility 78
VA AVG 94
Rank #191 / 311
No--Jason Long
56.4%
Facility 56.4%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #189 / 238
A+B+26
58%
Facility 58%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #52 / 303
15
Facility 15
VA AVG 32
Rank #224 / 246
0.6
Facility 0.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #24 / 246
Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville
AL
IL
MC
RC
Charlottesville
93
Facility 93
VA AVG 94
Rank #143 / 311
Yes
36
Facility 36
VA AVG 45
Rank #199 / 336
-Catherine Herzog
63.4%
Facility 63.4%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #163 / 238
-B+21
52%
Facility 52%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
28
Facility 28
VA AVG 32
Rank #142 / 246
1.3
Facility 1.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #164 / 246
Runk & Pratt Residential Adult Care of Lynchburg
AL
ADC
IL
MC
Lynchburg
94
Facility 94
VA AVG 94
Rank #139 / 311
No
51
Facility 51
VA AVG 45
Rank #134 / 336
-Alice Bryant
52.1%
Facility 52.1%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #195 / 238
-A-30
40%
Facility 40%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
35
Facility 35
VA AVG 32
Rank #142 / 246
1.2
Facility 1.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #164 / 246
Seaton Chesterfield
AL
MC
RC
Richmond
88
Facility 88
VA AVG 94
Rank #156 / 311
Yes
47
Facility 47
VA AVG 45
Rank #157 / 336
Studio / 1 BedGreogory Cole-AA6
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #26 / 303
40.7
Spring Oak Bedford
AL
MC
RC
Bedford
150
Facility 150
VA AVG 94
Rank #37 / 311
Yes
22
Facility 22
VA AVG 45
Rank #267 / 336
-Skye Grant
66.0%
Facility 66.0%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #158 / 238
-A-46
35%
Facility 35%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
49
Facility 49
VA AVG 32
Rank #158 / 246
1.1
Facility 1.1
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #179 / 246
Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside
AL
Mclean
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 94
Rank #293 / 311
No
12
Facility 12
VA AVG 45
Rank #307 / 336
Private RoomsEdwin Funes
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #202 / 238
-B+8
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 32
Rank #92 / 246
2.0
Facility 2.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #117 / 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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Golden Care Services

105 Maple Ave, Newport News, VA 23607
Overview of Golden Care Services

Enjoy a worry-free lifestyle at Golden Care Services, a blissful retreat in Newport, VA, offering personal care. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with round-the-clock supervision and assistance with their daily living activities. Housekeeping, maintenance, and linens are also taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

With friendly companions, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and live actively. Three delicious and healthy meals, alongside delightful snacks, are served for residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Transportation arrangements are also available for convenience. The community is ideal for those needing non-medical assistance to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its nurturing and friendly environment.

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Overview of Karolwood Gardens Portsmouth

Ensuring comfort and worry-free living, Karolwood Gardens in Portsmouth ensures a fun-filled and nurturing lifestyle. The elegant home ensures that residents don’t have to worry about living alone by encouraging them to engage with others and enrich their knowledge and expand their vibrant social life. Karolwood Gardens allows its residents cultivate a habit where daily living is done with purpose, vitality, and connection.

Residents immerse in active senior engagement found in enriching activities, healthy and nutritious dining, social gatherings at spacious common areas, quiet time in lounge areas, maintaining a healthy lifestyle through fitness classes, and cozying up with a good book in the library. Surely, resident will discover endless opportunities to build a comfortable lifestyle that suit your interests.

Contact Karolwood Gardens Portsmouth

Overview of Morningside House of Leesburg

A sun room, a library, walking paths, and a courtyard cover the parts of a day that have nothing to do with care. Morningside House of Leesburg in Leesburg, Virginia, runs assisted living across 77 beds, with 67 of them occupied at last count.

Assisted living here means help with daily tasks while a resident keeps their own routine intact. Hospice coordination is a named program, aimed at comfort for someone whose illness limits life. That shift changes what a daughter is doing too, from chasing the next appointment to simply being in the chair beside the bed.

Respite care and short-term stays cover a limited period. A graduation across the country, a family wedding booked eighteen months out: the caregiving still needs covering on those days.

Pets are allowed, so a companion animal comes along. A salon is provided so that grooming can be handled without leaving the community. Wellness programs and fitness programs are run on site, and scheduled transportation is arranged to cover trips outside. Dining is offered within the community, and daily activities are planned. Group outings are scheduled, and special events are placed on the calendar so that residents have things to look forward to.

The area has been given a walk score of 84. That score is considered very walkable. Errands are often able to be finished simply by stepping outside, which is important for residents who no longer drive. Shops, services, or a café can be reached on foot rather than by asking for a ride. Susan Ackman serves as the administrator.

Contact Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC

The Fairfax

9140 Belvoir Woods Pkwy, Fort Belvoir, VA 22060
Overview of The Fairfax

The Fairfax is a 96-bed nursing home in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, right off Belvoir Woods Pkwy. It runs at 72% occupancy, 69 beds filled out of 96, and the average resident sticks around for about 55 days. That tells you this isn’t a place built only for long-haul stays. A lot of people come through for shorter, recovery-focused care.

You can pay your way in through Medicare or private pay, both options on the table here. That combination usually points to the kind of place someone lands after a hospital stay rather than a permanent move.

RN time clocks in at 30 minutes a day, which is on the lighter side, but LPN time is heavy at 2 hours and 13 minutes, and nurse aides add another 2 hours and 31 minutes. Add it up and residents get 4 hours and 38 minutes of total nursing care daily. That’s a staffing model leaning hard on LPNs and aides for hands-on, day-to-day care.

State inspectors tend to circle back to the same four areas here: emergency preparedness, staffing and credentials, hazardous-materials safety, and how well care planning gets documented. Those are standard categories any nursing home gets evaluated on, nothing facility-specific, just where the regulatory attention typically lands.

One more thing worth knowing if you’re planning visits: this is a car-dependent stretch of Fort Belvoir, Walk Score of 2. You’re driving here, full stop, no walking errands on the side.

Taken together, The Fairfax reads as a facility built around shorter recovery stays, with a staffing structure that puts most of the daily hands-on care in the hands of LPNs and aides rather than RNs.

Contact The Fairfax

Shenandoah Senior Living

103 Lee Burke Rd, Front Royal, VA 22630
Overview of Shenandoah Senior Living

Located in peaceful Front Royal, Virginia, Shenandoah Senior Living offers exceptional assisted living and memory care services. Nestled in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, this community provides a comfortable and enriching environment for seniors to age gracefully. The spacious apartments are designed with the needs of residents in mind, ensuring easy mobility and accessibility. Residents can enjoy delicious, chef-prepared meals three times a day, complemented by nutritious snacks throughout the day.

The personalized healthcare plans are tailored to each resident’s desired activity levels, promoting independence and well-being. For those living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, Shenandoah Senior Living offers the Aspen Memory Care program, which provides a nurturing and stimulating environment. The dedicated staff is committed to providing 24/7 assistance, giving residents and their families peace of mind. With its stunning views, personalized care, and commitment to enhancing the lives of seniors, Shenandoah Senior Living sets the standard for senior living in the region.

Contact Shenandoah Senior Living

Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville

Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Charlottesville, VA. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, toileting, and dining, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may change over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 93 beds, and its starting monthly price is $4,217, although the available pricing does not identify which care level that figure covers. Farm to table dining includes a variety of options, and the Sweet Memories™ Program is available. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet when moving in.

A Walk Score of 36 places the area in a car dependent category, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips. Lisa Baker serves as the administrator.

Contact Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville

Overview of Runk & Pratt Residential Adult Care of Lynchburg

Runk & Pratt Residential Adult Care of Lynchburg provides assisted living, Adult Day Care, Independent Living, and Memory Care in Lynchburg, Virginia. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing residents to maintain their own apartment. Adult Day Care provides care during the day, while Independent Living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory Care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community. The community has 94 beds, giving families a clear sense of its size. Residents can spend time in outdoor gardens, use the wellness center, and attend aerobics classes for exercise and outdoor activity.

Grooming is available on site through a salon, beauty parlor, or barber shop. Activities and trips beyond the community give residents opportunities to take part in outings elsewhere. A Walk Score of 51 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident may be able to manage limited outings without a car.

Runk & Pratt Residential Adult Care of Lynchburg may be a good fit for someone who needs assisted living, daytime care, independent living, or a secured memory care setting, especially if remaining in one community as needs change matters to the family. Alice Bryant serves as the administrator.

Contact Runk & Pratt Residential Adult Care of Lynchburg

Overview of Seaton Chesterfield

Situated in Richmond, Virginia, Seaton Chesterfield stands out as a distinguished senior living community, offering an array of amenities designed to enhance recreation, personal enrichment, socialization, and health and wellness. Providing both assisted living and memory care options, Seaton Chesterfield ensures 24/7 access to trained healthcare personnel, tailoring care to each resident’s unique preferences.

Seaton Chesterfield is the preferred choice for seniors living in Richmond, Virginia—a beloved haven embraced by all who make it their home. With a diverse schedule of activities and events, each day at Seaton Chesterfield is filled with fun, engagement, and entertainment. The community also offers on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy services, empowering residents to reach their personal health goals. Embraced by Richmond’s eclectic culture and cobblestone streets, the community strategically situates itself within 10 miles of historical sites and modern conveniences.

Contact Seaton Chesterfield

Spring Oak Bedford

931 Ashland Ave, Bedford, VA 24523
Overview of Spring Oak Bedford

Spring Oak Bedford offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Bedford, VA. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps their own living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care options can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since care can continue within the community. Spring Oak Bedford has 150 beds, and Skye Grant serves as the administrator. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet while living there.

Contact Spring Oak Bedford

Overview of Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside

Residing in the peaceful street of Brookside Road in the borders of Arlington and McLean in Virginia, Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside is a distinguished community that provides assisted living. With its intimate and quaint setting, the community strives to meet the needs of up to eight residents. The community offers personalized care with a caring team of professionals, ensuring residents are well-cared for in its bright and friendly environment.

With residents’ interests and wellness in mind, the community conducts outdoor trips and fun social events to keep them happy and active. Here, the whole team is cared-for, ensuring a conducive environment where everyone grows and lives happily. The community strives to create a haven for residents to make the most out of their best years without worries.

Contact Paragon Assisted Living – Brookside

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.