Page 26 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
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.
Saint Francis Home
AL
Richmond
113
Facility 113
VA AVG 94
Rank #82 / 311
No
60
Facility 60
VA AVG 45
Rank #88 / 336
Fajr Mills-A-17
29%
Facility 29%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #14 / 303
100.6
Manorhouse Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
IL
MC
RC
Richmond
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 94
Rank #113 / 311
No
59
Facility 59
VA AVG 45
Rank #91 / 336
Luann Paul-A-15
53%
Facility 53%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #33 / 303
161.1
Carriage Hill Retirement
AL
MC
RC
Bedford
140
Facility 140
VA AVG 94
Rank #41 / 311
Yes
65
Facility 65
VA AVG 45
Rank #65 / 336
Christine Pruett-C-107
70%
Facility 70%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #51 / 303
3383.2
Chesapeake Place
AL
IL
MC
RC
Chesapeake
153
Facility 153
VA AVG 94
Rank #31 / 311
Yes
13
Facility 13
VA AVG 45
Rank #303 / 336
Ingrid Wilson-Brown
48.4%
Facility 48.4%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #209 / 238
D-34
94%
Facility 94%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
143
Facility 143
VA AVG 32
Rank #220 / 246
4.2
Facility 4.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #236 / 246
Golden Years Assisted Living Facility, Inc.
AL
RC
Hampton
98
Facility 98
VA AVG 94
Rank #127 / 311
No
54
Facility 54
VA AVG 45
Rank #125 / 336
Jonathan Aldridge
73.5%
Facility 73.5%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #122 / 238
D-30
77%
Facility 77%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
147
Facility 147
VA AVG 32
Rank #209 / 246
4.9
Facility 4.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #226 / 246
Shenandoah Valley Westminster-Canterbury
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Winchester
66
Facility 66
VA AVG 94
Rank #222 / 311
No
92
Facility 92
VA AVG 45
Rank #10 / 336
Andrew Heishman-?9
33%
Facility 33%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #15 / 303
151.7
Marian Manor of Stafford
AL
Stafford
39
Facility 39
VA AVG 94
Rank #270 / 311
No
63
Facility 63
VA AVG 45
Rank #73 / 336
Sharlene Jackson-B7
57%
Facility 57%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #38 / 303
162.3
Edgeworth Park at New Town
AL
IL
MC
RC
Williamsburg
95
Facility 95
VA AVG 94
Rank #136 / 311
No
80
Facility 80
VA AVG 45
Rank #35 / 336
Taylor Montgomery-B-18
61%
Facility 61%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #40 / 303
341.9
English Meadows Prince William Campus
AL
MC
Manassas
30
Facility 30
VA AVG 94
Rank #285 / 311
No
11
Facility 11
VA AVG 45
Rank #313 / 336
Ms. Micaela Gordon-C+4
75%
Facility 75%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
10
Facility 10
VA AVG 32
Rank #49 / 246
2.5
Facility 2.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #74 / 246
Bickford of Suffolk Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
Suffolk
74
Facility 74
VA AVG 94
Rank #199 / 311
Yes
25
Facility 25
VA AVG 45
Rank #259 / 336
Kendra Thomas-D22
82%
Facility 82%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #61 / 303
783.5

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 Saint Francis Home

Saint Francis Home provides assisted living in Richmond, Virginia. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain their own living space, so it may suit someone who needs this support without giving up that personal space.

The community has 113 beds. A Walk Score of 60 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, giving a resident who no longer drives the option to handle some nearby errands independently. Fajr Mills serves as the administrator.

Contact Saint Francis Home

Overview of Manorhouse Assisted Living & Memory Care

Manorhouse Assisted Living & Memory Care offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Richmond, VA. Independent living means having a private living space with community services but no daily care. Assisted living adds help with everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication, while the resident keeps their own apartment.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Respite care is a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels can be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without leaving the community. Manorhouse has 100 beds, and Luann Paul serves as the administrator.

A Walk Score of 59 places the area in the somewhat walkable category. Some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain destinations independently.

Contact Manorhouse Assisted Living & Memory Care

Overview of Carriage Hill Retirement

Carriage Hill Retirement offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Bedford, VA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident continues living in their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay while a family caregiver travels or recovers.

Having several care types in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow from daily task assistance to secured memory support without changing communities. Carriage Hill Retirement has 140 beds, and pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet. Christine Pruett serves as the administrator.

The starting price is $4,463 per month, giving families an initial figure for financial planning. Medicaid is accepted, providing another payment option when personal savings may not cover a long stay. Physical therapy and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need structured therapy.

Scheduled transportation can help residents attend appointments or errands without arranging their own ride. Restaurant style dining with chef prepared meals using fresh local ingredients gives residents an in community dining option, while the salon provides access to personal grooming services. The area has a Walk Score of 65 / 100 and is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some nearby errands independently.

Contact Carriage Hill Retirement

Overview of Chesapeake Place

Chesapeake Place offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Chesapeake, VA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment, 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, and respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. With several care levels in one community, Chesapeake Place may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, since changing care can happen without leaving the community.

The community has 153 beds, placing it among larger communities with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Residents can use the outdoor patios and activities rooms for time outside and on-site activities. Chef-prepared meals are served in the dining room, while salon services allow residents to receive grooming services on site. Physical therapy and rehabilitation services are available on site, so a resident can receive therapy without arranging transportation elsewhere.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to the community. Transportation is available, giving residents a way to travel without arranging every ride themselves. Ingrid Wilson-Brown serves as the administrator.

Contact Chesapeake Place

Overview of Golden Years Assisted Living Facility

Golden Years Assisted Living Facility offers assisted living and respite care in Hampton, VA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to live in a room for single or double occupancy, and respite care provides a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs temporary relief. The combination may be a good fit for a resident who needs ongoing assisted living or for a family arranging short-term support.

The community has 98 beds. A Walk Score of 54 is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently. Mahogany Kelly serves as administrator.

Residents have access to a fully equipped gym, group classes, a secured courtyard, restaurant-style dining, and salon services, providing options for exercise, structured activities, outdoor time, meals, and beauty care. Special dietary needs are accommodated, allowing meal service to account for those needs. Rehabilitation services are also available for residents who require therapy.

Contact Golden Years Assisted Living Facility, Inc.

Overview of Shenandoah Valley Westminster-Canterbury

Shenandoah Valley Westminster-Canterbury offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing care in Winchester, VA. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing and medication while the resident keeps an apartment.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing on site around the clock, and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy during recovery or as part of ongoing care.

The range of care levels may make Shenandoah Valley Westminster-Canterbury a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without leaving the community. The home has 66 beds, with 6h 28m of nursing time allocated per resident each day. A Walk Score of 92 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still reach shops, a pharmacy or cafes on foot. Medicare and private pay are accepted, and Andrew Heishman serves as the administrator.

Contact Shenandoah Valley Westminster-Canterbury

Marian Manor of Stafford

177 Old Potomac Church Road, Stafford, VA 22554-7258
Overview of Marian Manor of Stafford

Marian Manor of Stafford provides assisted living and specialized memory support in Stafford, Virginia. Operating since 1979, the 39-bed building maintains a compact size that allows staff to give personalized attention to every resident. Housing choices include private, semi-private, and shared dorm rooms. The clinical team handles daily physical tasks along with specialized behavioral management, psychological assessments, podiatry care, and rehabilitation therapies.

On-site benefits include an active pet-friendly policy, hair salon and barber services, and management under administrator Sharlene Jackson. A walk score of 63 reflects a somewhat walkable surrounding neighborhood where non-driving residents can handle routine errands nearby.

Interested families are welcome to contact Marian Manor of Stafford to verify current space or plan a tour to view the area.

Contact Marian Manor of Stafford

Edgeworth Park at New Town

5501 Discovery Park Boulevard, Williamsburg, VA 23188
Overview of Edgeworth Park at New Town

Edgeworth Park at New Town offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Williamsburg, VA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care options may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could change over time without requiring a move to a different community.

Edgeworth Park at New Town has 95 beds. Starting rates are $6,525 for independent living, $7,000 for assisted living, and $9,300 for memory care, with each rate tied to the services and level of support associated with that care type. Taylor Montgomery serves as the administrator, and Victoria Brinkley is the director.

Restaurant-style dining, a salon and spa, an outdoor garden patio with fountains, and walking trails give residents places for meals, personal care, and outdoor time within the community. Transportation and rehabilitation services are available, while Bundled Care Programs provide a named care offering for residents using the community’s services. The area has a Walk Score of 80 / 100 and is very walkable, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact Edgeworth Park at New Town

Overview of English Meadows Prince William Campus

Featuring an exceptional senior living community located in Manassas, VA, English Meadows Prince William Campus offers assisted living services. Comfortable and private accommodations are available for its residents based on their preferences. With a highly skilled and dedicated team, residents can receive personalized care and services all around. The community is committed to providing a caring community of people that can also be called home for all.

Enjoy its wide range of amenities and services including gourmet dining experience with farm-to-table chef-crafted meals, house maintenance, laundry services, and many more. Hang out with new friends explore its beautifully created share spaces. Meet new companions and create unforgettable memories together. With English Meadows Prince William Campus, seniors are guaranteed a glorious living experience.

Contact English Meadows Prince William Campus

Overview of Bickford of Suffolk Assisted Living & Memory Care

Bickford of Suffolk Assisted Living & Memory Care is a picturesque community known for its charming atmosphere and vibrant culture. This close-knit community places a strong emphasis on memory care qualifications, maintaining the facility’s beauty, and having a highly qualified staff who understand the challenges of aging and are dedicated to providing assistance.
Within this warm and home-like environment, residents benefit from services such as medication management, diabetes care, and incontinence care, all in a handicap-accessible facility.

Bickford of Suffolk also offers respite stays and is a pet-friendly community. Its features include unique amenities like raised garden beds and an arts and crafts center, thoughtfully designed to cater to those with memory loss. Families can have peace of mind knowing their loved ones have memory care options available in this engaging and accommodating community.

Contact Bickford of Suffolk Assisted Living & Memory Care

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.