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Page 24 of Best Assisted Living in Virginia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 344 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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344 homes
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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: 44/ 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: 96The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Virginia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Virginia

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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Westminster Canterbury Richmond
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
Richmond
214
Facility 214
VA AVG 96
Rank #15 / 365
Yes
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 44
Rank #373 / 446
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 2-4 BedMs. Susan Chrissley 60.7% A+5
0%
Facility 0%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #1 / 330
-
Facility -
VA AVG 32
Rank #1 / 271
0.0
Facility 0.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 271
Goodwin House Alexandria
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Alexandria (Alexandria West)
250
Facility 250
VA AVG 96
Rank #6 / 365
Yes
62
Facility 62
VA AVG 44
Rank #97 / 446
Studio / 1 bed / 2 bedMs. Dziedzic Christine 22.4% -6
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #127 / 330
18
Facility 18
VA AVG 32
Rank #126 / 271
3.0
Facility 3.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #205 / 271
Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
120
Facility 120
VA AVG 96
Rank #87 / 365
Yes
47
Facility 47
VA AVG 44
Rank #192 / 446
1 BedMs. Julia Fretwell 57.5% -9
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #266 / 330
25
Facility 25
VA AVG 32
Rank #151 / 271
2.8
Facility 2.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #196 / 271
Arleigh Burke Pavilion at Vinson Hall Retirement Community
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Mclean (Kirby Road)
32
Facility 32
VA AVG 96
Rank #335 / 365
No
52
Facility 52
VA AVG 44
Rank #160 / 446
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Analisse Vasquez Soto 59.4% -6
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #63 / 330
21
Facility 21
VA AVG 32
Rank #138 / 271
3.5
Facility 3.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #223 / 271
Our Lady of the Valley
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Roanoke (Gainsboro)
127
Facility 127
VA AVG 96
Rank #76 / 365
No
68
Facility 68
VA AVG 44
Rank #73 / 446
Studio / 1 BedMeagan Seale 87.4% A+20
55%
Facility 55%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #163 / 330
58
Facility 58
VA AVG 32
Rank #230 / 271
2.9
Facility 2.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #199 / 271
Brandermill Woods Healthcare Communities
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Midlothian (Brandermill)
91
Facility 91
VA AVG 96
Rank #177 / 365
Yes
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 44
Rank #428 / 446
Apartment / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedCarolyn L. Williams 60.4% -8
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #208 / 330
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 32
Rank #62 / 271
1.0
Facility 1.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #61 / 271
The Glebe Retirement Community
AL
NH
Daleville
84
Facility 84
VA AVG 96
Rank #205 / 365
Yes
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 44
Rank #373 / 446
-Crystal Larson 60.7% -15
40%
Facility 40%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #90 / 330
14
Facility 14
VA AVG 32
Rank #102 / 271
0.9
Facility 0.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #58 / 271
Brandon Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Roanoke (Westland)
43
Facility 43
VA AVG 96
Rank #313 / 365
Yes
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 44
Rank #281 / 446
-Adm Esteban Duran-Ballen 53.5% -10
40%
Facility 40%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #90 / 330
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 32
Rank #179 / 271
3.3
Facility 3.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #217 / 271
Lake Prince Woods
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Suffolk
54
Facility 54
VA AVG 96
Rank #294 / 365
No
6
Facility 6
VA AVG 44
Rank #423 / 446
1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Felita Creekmore 85.2% -6
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #319 / 330
37
Facility 37
VA AVG 32
Rank #190 / 271
6.2
Facility 6.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #258 / 271
Atlantic Shores
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Virginia Beach (Atlantic Shores Retirement Community)
50
Facility 50
VA AVG 96
Rank #300 / 365
Yes
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 44
Rank #411 / 446
1 Bed / 2 BedTripp Little 77.0% A+----
Birmingham Green
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Manassas
64
Facility 64
VA AVG 96
Rank #263 / 365
No
50
Facility 50
VA AVG 44
Rank #175 / 446
-Carmen Louise--5
20%
Facility 20%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #37 / 330
--
Falcons Landing
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Potomac Falls
60
Facility 60
VA AVG 96
Rank #270 / 365
Yes
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 44
Rank #281 / 446
-- 81.0% A+----
Harbor‘s Edge
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Norfolk (Fort Norfolk)
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 96
Rank #332 / 365
Yes
46
Facility 46
VA AVG 44
Rank #201 / 446
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed- 88.8% -----
The Chesapeake
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Newport News (Saunders)
52
Facility 52
VA AVG 96
Rank #298 / 365
Yes
30
Facility 30
VA AVG 44
Rank #303 / 446
1 Bed / 2 Bed- 89.6% -----
Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Falls Church (22046)
500
Facility 500
VA AVG 96
Rank #1 / 365
No
65
Facility 65
VA AVG 44
Rank #81 / 446
-Ms. Taneisha Hampton 61.8% -5
40%
Facility 40%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #90 / 330
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 32
Rank #35 / 271
0.8
Facility 0.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #48 / 271
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Overview of Emilia Assisted Living Home – Alexandria

Peacefully set in the neighborhood of Alexandria, VA, Emilia Assisted Living Home – Alexandria is a welcoming community that caters to residents who require assisted living services. Designed to provide just the right amount of support, the community offers round-the-clock supervision and daily assistance while maintaining resident’s independence. Residences here are both safe and cozy, providing a comfortable space for resting and enjoying personal time.

Activities are tailored to residents’ interests and capabilities, making sure everyone will enjoy something to their liking. Meals are deliciously prepared with considerations for varying nutritional needs. Here, all the small details are handled so residents can focus on enjoying the retirement life that they want and deserve.

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Spring Oak at Warrenton

239 Alexandria Pike, Warrenton, VA 20186
Overview of Spring Oak at Warrenton

Spring Oak Warrenton is a beautiful community where assisted living is redefined through thoughtfully designed programs curated to meet the unique needs of each resident. Residents at Spring Oak can choose between a variety of luxury floorplans each apartment is equipped with essential amenities, including a convenient kitchenette, a full bath for comfort and privacy, plush carpeting for added warmth and comfort, and window treatments for privacy and style.

At Spring Oak Warrenton, the dedicated team prioritizes the well-being and independence of each resident. Their apartments are more than just living spaces; they are sanctuaries where seniors can enjoy a sense of security while developing meaningful and lasting relationships. Spring Oak Warrenton is designed with your happiness and well-being in mind.

 

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Viva Senior Living at Fredericksburg

1001 Northside Drive, Fredericksburg, VA 22405
Overview of Viva Senior Living at Fredericksburg

Make the most of your golden years at Viva Senior Living at Fredericksburg, a blissful community in Fredericksburg, VA, offering independent living and assisted living. With beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations, residents are guaranteed comfort and safety. Exceptional care is also provided with a compassionate and highly trained team available 24/7, so residents feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

Residents will not run out of things to do with a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Delectable and healthy meals are prepared to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and transportation services are also available for convenience. The community’s dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities create the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Karolwood Gardens Norfolk

Serving 97 residents, Karolwood Gardens Norfolk is an assisted living community on Granby Street in the Talbot Park neighborhood of Norfolk, Virginia. The community is in a somewhat walkable area. Some services are within walking distance, but most errands require a short drive.

As a residential-scale assisted living community, Karolwood Gardens supports older adults who need help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, medication management, and meal preparation while encouraging independence. The smaller setting may appeal to families who value personalized attention and a quieter pace of living instead of a larger community with a long list of amenities.

Families considering Karolwood Gardens should schedule an in-person tour. The best way to get the feel for the community, find out what room options are available, what type of things are done daily, and what the approach to care is like is to visit the community. A tour also allows families to get a sense of how staff interacts with residents and if the environment and services of the community are a good fit for their loved one.

Contact Karolwood Gardens Norfolk

Spring Oak at Louisa

440 W Main St, Louisa, VA 23093
Overview of Spring Oak at Louisa

Spring Oak at Louisa understands that individual needs can evolve over time. That’s why they offer assisted living with various assisted living services to meet individual needs. Residents can choose from spacious apartments designed for comfort and personalized living. Each apartment features convenient amenities like in-unit kitchens and emergency call systems, promoting a sense of normalcy and control over their environment.

A dedicated team works closely with each resident to assess their needs and create a personalized care plan. This plan can be adjusted as needs change, ensuring residents receive the exact level of support they require. Whether you require assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, medication management, or transportation, Spring Oak Louisa can provide the necessary support.

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Overview of The Crossings at Ironbridge

Enjoy the lifestyle of your dreams with the distinct senior living community of The Crossings at Ironbridge situated in the quiet Ironbridge Parkway, Chester, VA, that provides assisted living and memory care. Featuring well-designed and spacious residences with several studio and one-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures seniors experience unrivaled comfort and safety. A respectful and highly qualified team strives to deliver the highest quality of care and assistance for seniors to thrive and reach their full potential.

A robust calendar of enjoyable recreational activities and exciting events accompanies residents as they go about their day, ensuring they stay active and happily connected with their surroundings. Indulge in delightful and healthy meals catering to nutritional requirements and tastes. The Crossings at Ironbridge ease seniors’ minds and encourage them to cherish every moment of their golden years.

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Brandon Oaks

3804 Brandon Avenue Sw, Roanoke, VA 24018
Overview of Brandon Oaks

Brandon Oaks is a nonprofit Life Plan community administered by Jessica White and owned by Heather Neff in Roanoke, Virginia, offering independent living, assisted living, memory support, home health services, and rehabilitation. This 80-bed community operates as a voluntary nonprofit, serving as an ideal choice for senior care in the Roanoke region.

The community has a perfect CMS overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is significantly higher than the Virginia average of 3.8 stars, highlighting excellence in health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. Specifically, its health inspection and staffing ratings are 4/5, while quality measures earned a 5/5. On average, residents receive 5 hours and 20 minutes of nursing care per day, which exceeds the state average of 4 hours and 47 minutes by around 11%.

Financial data shows that 82% of new admissions are covered by Medicare, primarily for short-term rehabilitation stays averaging 25 days, while private pay residents make up 16% of admissions with an average stay of nearly ten months, and Medicaid accounts for 2%. With an annual revenue of approximately $31.6 million and a reported surplus of $875,900, the community demonstrates stable financial management for a nonprofit organization.

The community has undergone six inspections, with violations found in 66.7%, which is in line with the Virginia average. However, the total deficiency count is only 10, which is far below the statewide average of 32. The most recent inspection on May 5, 2025, resulted in zero deficiencies. While previous records cited minor issues with medication storage and documentation, these matters appear to be fully addressed.

Brandon Oaks is an ideal option for older adults requiring high-acuity care or post-acute rehabilitation in a highly-rated, mission-driven nonprofit environment. The community also appeals to families seeking Medicare-covered short-term rehabilitation, as well as long-term residents requiring assisted living or memory support.

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Overview of Ashleigh at Lansdowne Independent & Assisted Living Community
Ashleigh at Lansdowne is a senior living community in Leesburg, VA that offers a vibrant experience where residents enjoy comfort and convenience. The community provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, along with a variety of engaging lifestyle programs. It is family-owned and has been dedicated to providing personalized care for over 40 years.

Contact Ashleigh at Lansdowne Independent & Assisted Living Community

Overview of Heritage Village Assisted Living and Memory Care
Heritage Village Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in Gainesville, Virginia. It offers a fresh, inspired take on assisted living and memory care with a focus on health and wellness. Residents enjoy compassionate assistance and a vibrant community.

Contact Heritage Village Assisted Living and Memory Care

Overview of Kensington Reston Owner
Kensington Reston Owner is a senior living community located in Reston, Virginia. It offers a range of services including assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation services. The community is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to its residents.

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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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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 344 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.