Page 3 of Best Assisted Living in Virginia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 348 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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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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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.
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.
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 deficiencies, 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 deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Acclaim at East Beach
AL
IL
MC
Norfolk (East Ocean View)
92
Facility 92
VA AVG 94
Rank #164 / 351
Yes
55
Facility 55
VA AVG 45
Rank #144 / 420
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedDamian Polewczak
25.0%
Facility 25.0%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #276 / 279
-5
20%
Facility 20%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #26 / 330
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 32
Rank #35 / 271
0.8
Facility 0.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #43 / 271
Our Lady of the Valley
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Roanoke (Gainsboro)
127
Facility 127
VA AVG 94
Rank #70 / 351
No
68
Facility 68
VA AVG 45
Rank #70 / 420
Studio / 1 BedMeagan Seale
87.4%
Facility 87.4%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #53 / 279
A+20
70%
Facility 70%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #211 / 330
58
Facility 58
VA AVG 32
Rank #230 / 271
2.9
Facility 2.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #176 / 271
Benchmark at Alexandria
AL
MC
RC
Alexandria (Alexandria West)
134
Facility 134
VA AVG 94
Rank #58 / 351
Yes
81
Facility 81
VA AVG 45
Rank #41 / 420
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedCarol L. Tarlowoh
47.8%
Facility 47.8%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #243 / 279
C-5
80%
Facility 80%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #251 / 330
19
Facility 19
VA AVG 32
Rank #130 / 271
3.8
Facility 3.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #212 / 271
Pivotal Senior Services & Assisted Living in Springfield
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Springfield (Monticello Forest)
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 94
Rank #333 / 351
No
81
Facility 81
VA AVG 45
Rank #41 / 420
-Shauna Toussaint
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #120 / 279
A+5
40%
Facility 40%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #73 / 330
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 32
Rank #62 / 271
1.6
Facility 1.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #91 / 271
Petersburg Home for Ladies
AL
MC
Petersburg (Blandford)
54
Facility 54
VA AVG 94
Rank #281 / 351
No
48
Facility 48
VA AVG 45
Rank #178 / 420
Private RoomsJessica Hancock
75.9%
Facility 75.9%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #112 / 279
A+5
40%
Facility 40%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #73 / 330
9
Facility 9
VA AVG 32
Rank #72 / 271
1.8
Facility 1.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #104 / 271
Sunrise of Falls Church
AL
MC
Falls Church
69
Facility 69
VA AVG 94
Rank #240 / 351
Yes
85
Facility 85
VA AVG 45
Rank #32 / 420
Studio / 2 Bed / SuiteStephen Cuthbertson
68.1%
Facility 68.1%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #167 / 279
-11
36%
Facility 36%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #64 / 330
9
Facility 9
VA AVG 32
Rank #72 / 271
0.8
Facility 0.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #43 / 271
Sunrise at Silas Burke House
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Burke (Burke Lake Crossing)
105
Facility 105
VA AVG 94
Rank #115 / 351
Yes
49
Facility 49
VA AVG 45
Rank #172 / 420
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMr. Andres Ulloa
63.8%
Facility 63.8%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #183 / 279
-10
40%
Facility 40%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #73 / 330
10
Facility 10
VA AVG 32
Rank #82 / 271
1.0
Facility 1.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #55 / 271
Sunrise at Bon Air
AL
HOS
MC
Richmond
94
Facility 94
VA AVG 94
Rank #159 / 351
Yes
52
Facility 52
VA AVG 45
Rank #154 / 420
Studio / 1 BedMichelle Dorsey
88.3%
Facility 88.3%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #41 / 279
-14
36%
Facility 36%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #64 / 330
21
Facility 21
VA AVG 32
Rank #138 / 271
1.5
Facility 1.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #85 / 271
Marian Manor Retirement
AL
IL
RC
Virginia Beach (Northwest)
145
Facility 145
VA AVG 94
Rank #44 / 351
No
51
Facility 51
VA AVG 45
Rank #161 / 420
Private RoomsMs. Karen Land
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #56 / 279
-7
71%
Facility 71%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #217 / 330
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 32
Rank #113 / 271
2.3
Facility 2.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #140 / 271
Sunrise of Arlington
AL
MC
Arlington (Glebewood)
60
Facility 60
VA AVG 94
Rank #259 / 351
Yes
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 45
Rank #61 / 420
Studio / Suite / 2 BedMiss Rachel Jensen
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #91 / 279
A+9
67%
Facility 67%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #186 / 330
18
Facility 18
VA AVG 32
Rank #126 / 271
2.0
Facility 2.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #122 / 271

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every VA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 348 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Acclaim at East Beach

Pursuing an independent living program is made fruitful and enjoyable with Acclaim at East Beach. Committed to providing the life of relaxation and personal fulfillment, daily tasks that once consumed your off-work hours are a thing of the past at Acclaim, empowering residents to explore this bright, new world to their heart’s content and with the utmost safety. Take in the glamorous view of your new home in Norfolk, and dive into the community’s independent living calendar to see what adventures await; take on a new hobby, learn a new skill, or go for an actual dip in the pool as you rest and relax on a warm, sunny day.

Indulge in culinary delights from the comfort of your independent living home, with an on-site restaurant, bistro, private dining rooms and outdoor patios to savor fresh coffee or happy hours while getting to know fellow residents. Not feeling social? Meals can be grabbed to-go, and enjoyed from the comfort of your own abode. However you want the day to go, Acclaim has got you covered.

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Overview of Our Lady of the Valley

Nestled in the peaceful community of Roanoke, VA, Our Lady of the Valley is a distinguished senior living community that provides assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and nursing care services. Here, residents can choose from one-bedroom suites to an intensive personal care studios that accommodate unique needs and preferences. With its well-trained and compassionate team, residents can receive the utmost care and support they need throughout their stay.

The community hosts several exciting and entertaining events from piano concerts to wine tasting. Indulge in delightful and healthy chef-prepared meals that satisfy your cravings. Participate in diverse social activities and life-enrichment programs to boost engagement and wellness. With Our Lady of the Valley, seniors are assured of an empowering and glorious retirement.

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Overview of Benchmark at Alexandria

Benchmark at Alexandria is a novel senior living community located on Berkeley Street, Alexandria, VA, offering assisted living and memory care. The community features 89 assisted living apartments and 26 memory care units promising seniors’ relaxation and safety. Considering seniors’ individuality, the community meticulously crafts care plans catering to seniors’ needs and preferences.

The community fosters a vibrant environment, encouraging seniors to live an active lifestyle. Seniors enjoy a fun and meaningful retirement with various activities and programs curated to highlight their strengths and interests. Moreover, the community also conducts outings and exercise classes for their wellness. Chef-prepared menus are served to satisfy resident’s dietary needs and tastes. Benchmark at Alexandria is a great place to live your golden years with its convenient location near local amenities, ensuring everything you need is just steps away.

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Overview of Pivotal Senior Services & Assisted Living in Springfield

Pivotal Senior Services, based in Springfield, Virginia, stands as the ideal choice for individuals aiming to age in place with grace and confidence. This team offers unparalleled compassion and support, understanding the natural changes that accompany aging. Their expertise lies in helping seniors make well-informed decisions, whether buying or selling a home, downsizing to a more manageable residence, transitioning to a retirement community, or choosing to age in place.

Their services encompass assisted living and memory care, managed by a competent staff. Their facility is also equipped with innovative technology, including a natural gas-powered generator and advanced air purification systems, ensuring a safe and disease-free environment for seniors. Pivotal Senior Services also takes pride in their meticulous approach, offering exceptional housekeeping, engaging exercise programs, and assistance with daily activities, making it effortless for residents to enjoy their golden years. Moreover, they have established a robust network of trusted partners in real estate, finance, legal, and other fields. This ensures that seniors receive expert guidance from housing specialists and senior care professionals, guaranteeing safety and anticipating problems for a smooth and secure transition.

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Petersburg Home for Ladies

311 S Jefferson St, Petersburg, VA 23803
Overview of Petersburg Home for Ladies
For more than three generations, Petersburg Home for Ladies has been the preferred residential and assisted living facility for women 65 and up living in Petersburg, Hopewell, and Colonial Heights as well as the surrounding counties of Dinwiddie, Prince George, Chesterfield, and beyond.
With the lowest ratio of residents to staff in central Virginia, we offer elegant living with exceptional care that is unparalleled in our region. A licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day to serve residents who may need assistance or who experience an emergency and our certified nursing aides are eager to provide an extra measure of pampering that each of our ladies deserves!
In Magnolia Hall, our specialized memory care unit, our caregiving measures are further enhanced by a ratio of no less than one licensed caregiving staff to four ladies.
For more than 99 years Petersburg Home for Ladies has remained committed to its unchanging purpose to satisfy the human need for security, companionship, care and love, and be an agent of blessing to all whom it touches.
Contact the team at Petersburg Home for Ladies today  at (804)733-0148

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Overview of Sunrise of Falls Church

Sunrise of Falls Church is a senior living community located just steps from downtown Falls Church, Virginia, helping residents enjoy all that Northern Virginia has to offer, as well as opportunities to pursue their interests in beautifully designed spaces. The community’s room rates start at $5,715 per month.

Overlooking the charming, tree-filled Madison Park, Sunrise of Falls Church features a relaxing back patio and a scenic dining room with ceiling-to-floor French windows. The community’s compassionate team members are available around the clock to assist with personalized memory care, assisted living, and short-term respite care stays, and they also provide monthly wellness visits by a licensed on-staff nurse. Sunrise of Falls Church is conveniently located near local shops, parks, restaurants, churches, and healthcare facilities, including Virginia Hospital Center, Fairfax Hospital, and Kaiser Permanente Falls Church Medical Center. The community’s activities and programs are designed to nurture the mind, body, and spirit of each resident, with a focus on providing a diverse range of engaging and enriching experiences.

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Overview of Sunrise at Silas Burke House

Sunrise at Silas Burke House is a senior living community located in a peaceful neighborhood in Fairfax County, Virginia. The community features beautiful outdoor spaces, resident-inspired programs, and top-notch cuisine. Residents enjoy serene outdoor terraces, balconies, and a large sitting area with a fire pit. The compassionate team members work with residents and their families to meet their unique needs and preferences.

Sunrise at Silas Burke House offers a variety of senior living lifestyle options, accommodations, and floor plans. Residents enjoy engaging living, personalized care plans, and a wide range of convenient services and wellness-focused amenities. The community is located in Burke, Virginia, just 15 miles southwest of Washington, D.C., and is known for its peaceful suburban neighborhood and the energy and benefits of Fairfax County. Residents and their families can enjoy customized, private, guided sightseeing tours of national monuments and have access to the attractions and services in downtown D.C.

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Overview of Sunrise at Bon Air

Sunrise at Bon Air is a senior living community in Richmond, Virginia, that offers a holistic approach to senior care. The community takes a personalized approach, focusing on the unique needs and preferences of each resident. Sunrise at Bon Air provides consistent yet individualized care rooted in evidence-based research and theories of aging, with a focus on the individual’s wellness and well-being.

The community remains firmly committed to promoting the safety of its residents, taking rigorous measures to maintain their health during the current times. Sunrise at Bon Air utilizes its Sunrise CareConnect electronic health record system, which allows physicians to track residents’ care, medication protocol, and progress notes remotely. Additionally, the community facilitates telehealth visits with healthcare providers to minimize the need for external office visits. Sunrise at Bon Air has been recognized for its commitment to quality care, earning more than 280 National Quality Awards, more than any other assisted living provider. The community’s mission of championing the quality of life for all seniors is carried out by every Sunrise team member.

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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 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.

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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 348 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.