Page 5 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. 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.
The Estates at Charlottesville
AL
IL
MC
Charlottesville
105
Facility 105
VA AVG 94
Rank #100 / 311
No
34
Facility 34
VA AVG 45
Rank #207 / 336
Studio / 1 BedDavid Ter Borg
89.5%
Facility 89.5%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #27 / 238
-A-22
45%
Facility 45%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
11
Facility 11
VA AVG 32
Rank #63 / 246
0.5
Facility 0.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #88 / 246
Sunrise of Falls Church
AL
MC
Falls Church
69
Facility 69
VA AVG 94
Rank #216 / 311
Yes
85
Facility 85
VA AVG 45
Rank #25 / 336
Studio / 2 Bed / SuiteStephen Cuthbertson
71.0%
Facility 71.0%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #135 / 238
-A15
33%
Facility 33%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
11
Facility 11
VA AVG 32
Rank #57 / 246
0.7
Facility 0.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #82 / 246
Great Falls Assisted Living
AL
MC
NH
Herndon
64
Facility 64
VA AVG 94
Rank #225 / 311
Yes
32
Facility 32
VA AVG 45
Rank #220 / 336
-Michelle Mceyeson
98.4%
Facility 98.4%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #7 / 238
C+B+15
67%
Facility 67%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
22
Facility 22
VA AVG 32
Rank #118 / 246
1.5
Facility 1.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #142 / 246
The View Alexandria
AL
IL
RC
Alexandria (Alexandria West)
200
Facility 200
VA AVG 94
Rank #12 / 311
Yes
66
Facility 66
VA AVG 45
Rank #61 / 336
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedDeborah Kline
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #173 / 238
-B12
42%
Facility 42%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
32
Facility 32
VA AVG 32
Rank #151 / 246
2.7
Facility 2.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #173 / 246
Sunrise at Bluemont Park
AL
MC
RC
Arlington (Boulevard Manor)
250
Facility 250
VA AVG 94
Rank #5 / 311
Yes
65
Facility 65
VA AVG 45
Rank #65 / 336
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrian Williams
62.0%
Facility 62.0%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #168 / 238
-B-15
67%
Facility 67%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
28
Facility 28
VA AVG 32
Rank #139 / 246
1.9
Facility 1.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #161 / 246
First Colonial Inn
AL
IL
MC
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
85
Facility 85
VA AVG 94
Rank #160 / 311
Yes
63
Facility 63
VA AVG 45
Rank #73 / 336
Private RoomsTina Marin
94.1%
Facility 94.1%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #14 / 238
-C-11
73%
Facility 73%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
40
Facility 40
VA AVG 32
Rank #176 / 246
3.6
Facility 3.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #195 / 246
Brookdale Danville Piedmont
AL
Danville
99
Facility 99
VA AVG 94
Rank #124 / 311
Yes
45
Facility 45
VA AVG 45
Rank #167 / 336
Studio / 2 BedCarole Maxwell
45.5%
Facility 45.5%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #219 / 238
A+C-8
88%
Facility 88%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
41
Facility 41
VA AVG 32
Rank #194 / 246
5.1
Facility 5.1
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #212 / 246
The Landing Alexandria
AL
IL
MC
Alexandria (Potomac Yard)
220
Facility 220
VA AVG 94
Rank #8 / 311
Yes
68
Facility 68
VA AVG 45
Rank #58 / 336
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedJamie Houston
51.4%
Facility 51.4%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #197 / 238
-D+9
78%
Facility 78%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #67 / 303
40
Facility 40
VA AVG 32
Rank #197 / 246
4.4
Facility 4.4
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #41 / 246
Sunnyside Presbyterian Retirement Community
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Harrisonburg
91
Facility 91
VA AVG 94
Rank #146 / 311
Yes
88
Facility 88
VA AVG 45
Rank #17 / 336
-Jennifer Wayne
80.2%
Facility 80.2%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #77 / 238
-?6
33%
Facility 33%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
3
Facility 3
VA AVG 32
Rank #10 / 246
0.5
Facility 0.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #18 / 246
Brandermill Woods Healthcare Communities
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Midlothian
91
Facility 91
VA AVG 94
Rank #146 / 311
Yes
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 45
Rank #331 / 336
Apartment / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedCarolyn Williams
60.4%
Facility 60.4%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #172 / 238
-?8
63%
Facility 63%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 32
Rank #36 / 246
1.0
Facility 1.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #58 / 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 The Estates at Charlottesville

Tucked away in Charlottesville, VA, Morningside of Charlottesville is a warm and welcoming senior living community that offers assisted living and Five Star’s award-winning Bridge to Rediscovery memory care program for people dealing with Alzheimer’s. Featuring a range of accommodations, including studio and one-bedroom apartments, the community warrants a comfortable living space. Residents receive individualized attention from well-trained team members available 24/7.

The community ensures residents stay engaged with various recreational activities and programs. Morningside of Charlottesville’s close location to notable attractions, dining, shopping, and entertainment further enhances residents’ engagement, ensuring that they live a vibrant lifestyle. Residents also enjoy restaurant-style meals developed by a celebrity chef, with an emphasis on fresh selections, ensuring that they get the nourishment they require to stay healthy.

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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 Great Falls Assisted Living

Great Falls Assisted Living in Herndorn is the memory care center of the Artis senior living community. The memory care living experience is built on the individualized care plans of each unique individual, designed for their holistic needs. The top-ranked, trusted community in the area cultivates an environment where seniors maintain independence.

The Great Falls lifestyle follows the ARTIS philosophy of senior living. The ARTIS way establishes the empowerment of individuality and encouragement of mutual trust and respect while creating friendships, honoring integrity, and celebrating success and recognition. Other accommodations include 24-hour licensed supervision, medication management, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, and stimulating memory care activities.

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Overview of The View Alexandria

Situated in the serene west end of Alexandria, residents of The View Alexandria can bask in the breathtaking beauty of the Washington DC skyline. They can choose from varying living options, such as independent living, assisted living, and long-term care. The community features a functional mix of spacious and modern apartments, ranging from cozy studios to roomy two-bedroom units.

Its refined interiors, airy penthouse, and beautifully designed public spaces are all designed to evoke a sense of ease and stability. The home also provides housekeeping and laundry services, medication administration, and daily assistance. The View Alexandria is a community that empowers seniors to make the most of their retirement years. With its gorgeous location, stylish apartments, and comprehensive services, it’s no surprise that it’s a first-rate pick for retirees in Alexandria.

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Overview of Sunrise at Bluemont Park

Sunrise at Bluemont Park is a senior living community in Arlington, Virginia, that treats residents with respect, offers them choice, and encourages their independence. The community’s tenured team members provide personalized care, build relationships, and create a comfortable environment, handling the cooking, cleaning, laundry, and other daily tasks so residents have more time to enjoy all that the beautiful community has to offer. Sunrise at Bluemont Park residents receive monthly wellness visits by a licensed on-staff nurse and can participate in a variety of fun and engaging group activities.

Located in a convenient Arlington location, Sunrise at Bluemont Park offers an abundance of engaging programs, social events, and excursions to the D.C. Metro area. The community’s spacious suites, some with full kitchens, are designed specifically for older adults, with warmth, comfort, and safety features built-in. The community’s room rates start at $4,226 per month, providing residents with a comfortable and enriching living experience.

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First Colonial Inn

845 First Colonial Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Overview of First Colonial Inn

An 85-bed assisted living community on First Colonial Road in Virginia Beach is First Colonial Inn. The three-story residence has private rooms in a residential setting and upholds a stable 84 percent occupancy rate. The moderately walkable neighborhood has a score of 63, meaning some errands can be finished on foot alongside nearby amenities and services.

For occupants and their families, the location offers accessibility to the wider Virginia Beach community. With just over 71 residents currently living in the home, First Colonial Inn provides a mid-sized residential atmosphere relative to larger senior living facilities in the region.

State inspections by Virginia’s Department of Social Services have noted themes spanning staff certification practices, resident admission documentation processes, health care oversight protocols, and resident rights reviews as subjects of regulatory attention. First Colonial Inn operates with a data record of five years of inspection activity.

It’s suggested that prospective residents and families contact the facility directly for current information if they’re interested in learning more about specific care services, amenities, programs, pricing, or availability.

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Overview of Brookdale Danville Piedmont

Burrowed in the harmonious community of Executive Court, Danville, VA, Brookdale Danville Piedmont is a one-of-a-kind senior living community providing assisted living. Featuring carefully designed floor plans ranging from various studio to two-bedroom apartments, residents enjoy a comfortable and safe residence. Experience round-the-clock care and assistance with a team of compassionate and dedicated professionals.

Brookdale Danville Piedmont strives to improve seniors’ quality of life, forging care plans that best match their unique needs and preferences. Residents fully enjoy their freedom with the housekeeping and other necessities handled by the community. Converse with friends over nutritious and delicious meals freshly prepared to satisfy their dietary needs and cravings. Take a seat on the front porch and relax while overlooking the scenic courtyard and ethereal garden. Other amenities include a therapy room, a fireside living room, an arts and crafts studio, a whirlpool, a cafe, transportation, and postal services.

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Overview of The Landing Alexandria

The Landing Alexandria offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Alexandria, VA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With all three care levels in one community, The Landing Alexandria may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community opened in 2022 and has 220 beds. It is in the Potomac Yard neighborhood. Housing options include studios, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences, with two-bedroom layouts able to suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. A Walk Score of 68 places the area in the somewhat walkable category, meaning some errands can be completed on foot for a resident who no longer drives.

Dining includes three full-service restaurants with flexible hours and meals prepared by a culinary team, giving residents multiple dining venues and meal times. Outdoor terraces support dining al fresco, and the courtyard garden provides an outdoor space for residents to use. A salon and spa, rehabilitation services, wheelchair accessibility, and pet-friendly living are also available. Respite care offers short-term stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover; Ms Jamie L Houston serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Sunnyside Presbyterian Retirement Community

Sunnyside Presbyterian Retirement Community offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, and memory care in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock through skilled nursing. With several care levels in one community, a resident whose needs grow over time may be able to move between them without leaving. The community has 91 beds, and total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 43 minutes per resident each day, meaning that amount of nurse staffing is assigned per resident daily. Mr. Andre Cubbage serves as the administrator.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicaid can help when a family’s savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence; private pay uses personal funds. An 88 / 100 Walk Score indicates a very walkable area, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Dining includes multiple venues and a variety of menu options, giving residents different places to eat and meals to choose from. Outpatient therapy and rehabilitation services are available, and volunteer opportunities give residents a way to take part in volunteer activities. Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and pets are allowed.

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Overview of Brandermill Woods Healthcare Communities

A distinguished senior living community set in the serene Brandermill Parkway, Midlothian, VA, Brandermill Woods Healthcare Communities provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Experience unrivaled comfort and safety with the purposely built and sophisticated residences of Brandermill Woods Healthcare Communities ranging from private and semi-private one-bedroom apartments to three-bedroom cottages. With its unwavering commitment to improving seniors’ quality of life, the community combines medical expertise and top-tier care from a competent and well-trained team.

Ease your worries and lead a meaningful life with the continuum of care provided in the community, ensuring residents’ ever-changing needs are well-cared for. With a wide array of cozy spaces and fun social events, residents pursue new hobbies and meet new friends. Brandermill Woods Healthcare Communities strives to provide accessible and quality senior living so that seniors can enjoy every moment of their retirement.

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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.