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Best Assisted Living in Virginia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 353 assisted living communities in Virginia using Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in VA
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Jun 2026
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353 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: 95The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Virginia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.

Hickory Hill Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
Burkeville
80
Facility 80
VA AVG 95
Rank #214 / 371
No
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 44
Rank #438 / 449
1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Laura D. Glasscock
91.3%
Facility 91.3%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #34 / 297
-17
41.2%
Facility 41.2%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #104 / 332
26
Facility 26
VA AVG 32
Rank #214 / 332
1.5
Facility 1.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #166 / 332
Our Lady of the Valley
AL
MC
NC
NH
RC
Roanoke (Gainsboro)
127
Facility 127
VA AVG 95
Rank #78 / 371
No
68
Facility 68
VA AVG 44
Rank #74 / 449
Studio / 1 BedMeagan Seale
87.4%
Facility 87.4%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #59 / 297
A+20
55%
Facility 55%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #161 / 332
58
Facility 58
VA AVG 32
Rank #291 / 332
2.9
Facility 2.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #259 / 332
Sunrise of Hunter Mill
AL
HC
MC
Oakton
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 95
Rank #141 / 371
Yes
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 44
Rank #65 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Isha Subedi
71.0%
Facility 71.0%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #159 / 297
A-9
88.9%
Facility 88.9%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #302 / 332
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 32
Rank #173 / 332
1.8
Facility 1.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #190 / 332
Sunrise of Fairfax
AL
MC
RC
Fairfax (Boulevard Estates)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 95
Rank #122 / 371
Yes
61
Facility 61
VA AVG 44
Rank #105 / 449
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Jordan Kay
67.3%
Facility 67.3%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #187 / 297
A-16
56.3%
Facility 56.3%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #166 / 332
23
Facility 23
VA AVG 32
Rank #206 / 332
1.4
Facility 1.4
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #158 / 332
Sunrise at Reston Town Center
AL
HC
MC
Reston (Hunter Mill District)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 95
Rank #122 / 371
Yes
84
Facility 84
VA AVG 44
Rank #36 / 449
Studio / 1 BedMs. Kanetha Breaux
62.6%
Facility 62.6%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #205 / 297
A-12
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #219 / 332
20
Facility 20
VA AVG 32
Rank #192 / 332
1.7
Facility 1.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #179 / 332
Sunrise of Alexandria
AL
HC
MC
Alexandria (Seminary Hill)
110
Facility 110
VA AVG 95
Rank #111 / 371
Yes
62
Facility 62
VA AVG 44
Rank #98 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedArin Burrell-Duru
65.5%
Facility 65.5%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #195 / 297
A-8
25%
Facility 25%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #47 / 332
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 32
Rank #95 / 332
0.5
Facility 0.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #90 / 332
Sunrise at Fair Oaks
AL
MC
RC
Fairfax (Boulevard Estates)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 95
Rank #122 / 371
Yes
49
Facility 49
VA AVG 44
Rank #180 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Jordan Kay-A-16
56.3%
Facility 56.3%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #166 / 332
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 32
Rank #1 / 332
0.0
Facility 0.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 332
Sunrise of Springfield
AL
HC
MC
Springfield
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 95
Rank #141 / 371
Yes
75
Facility 75
VA AVG 44
Rank #57 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Anne Mccray
84.0%
Facility 84.0%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #77 / 297
A-6
16.7%
Facility 16.7%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #30 / 332
1
Facility 1
VA AVG 32
Rank #77 / 332
0.2
Facility 0.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #77 / 332
English Meadows
AL
MC
Blacksburg (Farmview - Ramble)
110
Facility 110
VA AVG 95
Rank #111 / 371
No
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 44
Rank #374 / 449
Private RoomsPaul Englehart
80.9%
Facility 80.9%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #101 / 297
A+45
46.7%
Facility 46.7%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #120 / 332
72
Facility 72
VA AVG 32
Rank #306 / 332
1.6
Facility 1.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #173 / 332
Brookdale Danville Piedmont
AL
Danville
99
Facility 99
VA AVG 95
Rank #155 / 371
No
45
Facility 45
VA AVG 44
Rank #208 / 449
Studio / 2 BedCarole Maxwell
45.5%
Facility 45.5%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #271 / 297
A+6
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #320 / 332
35
Facility 35
VA AVG 32
Rank #248 / 332
5.8
Facility 5.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #313 / 332
Sunrise of Arlington
AL
MC
Arlington (Glebewood)
60
Facility 60
VA AVG 95
Rank #273 / 371
Yes
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 44
Rank #65 / 449
Studio / Suite / 2 BedMiss Rachel Jensen
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #106 / 297
A-9
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #219 / 332
18
Facility 18
VA AVG 32
Rank #186 / 332
2.0
Facility 2.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #204 / 332
Benchmark at Alexandria
AL
MC
RC
Alexandria (Alexandria West)
134
Facility 134
VA AVG 95
Rank #64 / 371
No
81
Facility 81
VA AVG 44
Rank #44 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedCarol L. Tarlowoh
47.8%
Facility 47.8%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #259 / 297
C8
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #295 / 332
19
Facility 19
VA AVG 32
Rank #190 / 332
2.4
Facility 2.4
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #235 / 332
Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay
AL
IL
MC
NH
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
120
Facility 120
VA AVG 95
Rank #89 / 371
Yes
47
Facility 47
VA AVG 44
Rank #193 / 449
1 BedMs. Julia Fretwell
57.5%
Facility 57.5%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #223 / 297
A+9
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #266 / 332
25
Facility 25
VA AVG 32
Rank #211 / 332
2.8
Facility 2.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #256 / 332
Brookdale Midlothian
AL
MC
Midlothian
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 95
Rank #141 / 371
No
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 44
Rank #412 / 449
SuitePatrick Hines-A+10
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #124 / 332
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 32
Rank #1 / 332
0.0
Facility 0.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 332
Brookdale Harrisonburg
AL
MC
Harrisonburg (Deyerle Avenue)
114
Facility 114
VA AVG 95
Rank #105 / 371
No
62
Facility 62
VA AVG 44
Rank #98 / 449
Studio / SuiteMs. Jennifer Mcnamara
43.0%
Facility 43.0%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #278 / 297
A+10
70%
Facility 70%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #243 / 332
22
Facility 22
VA AVG 32
Rank #202 / 332
2.2
Facility 2.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #221 / 332
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Hermitage Roanoke

1009 Old Country Club Rd Nw, Roanoke, VA 24017
Overview of Hermitage Roanoke

Hermitage Roanoke is one of the city’s most trusted independent living retirement communities with assisted living and nursing home services. The professional care staff is dedicated to delivering excellent and comprehensive accommodations for seniors in a nurturing environment. The senior living home maintains a high-quality standard of service provided with compassion for a more personal approach to residential care. The CCRC strives to enhance the quality of lifestyle for each individual.

The Hermitage Roanoke’s upscale residential lifestyle is built on essential and helpful services; these include 24-hour care, stimulating activities, engaging social activities and programs, rehabilitative therapy services, housekeeping, and medication management.

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Overview of Arden Courts a Promedica Memory Care Community in Annandale

Arden Courts, is a specialized senior living community nestled on Braddock Road in Annandale, VA, offering compassionate memory care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related memory disorders. The community has a team of specially trained caregivers that provides round-the-clock supervision, ensuring residents’ safety and well-being. With inviting common areas, a cozy kitchen, family rooms, and enclosed courtyards with walking paths, the community prioritizes comfort and security for its residents.

Arden Courts offers 24-hour supervision by dementia care experts, along with professional nursing services. Regular health monitoring, medication assistance, and support in arranging medical care ensure residents’ health needs are met. Additionally, the community provides access to on-site physicians, laboratories, and medical services, along with outside rehabilitation and physical therapy services, promoting holistic well-being.

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Overview of Brookdale Midlothian

Greeting seniors and guests warmly, Brookdale Midlothian situated in Turnberry Lane, Midlothian, VA, is an esteemed senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care. The community features well-designed and cozy floor plans including a variety of suites. Experience top-tier personalized care and assistance with a friendly, dedicated, respectful team of professionals round-the-clock.

Brookdale Midlothian goes beyond expectations in delivering a better quality of life for its residents with a selection of activities and programs such as card games and arts and crafts classes. Residents enjoy tasty and nutritious meals to meet their dietary needs and preferences. The community provides a library, a sauna, a porch, a courtyard and garden, an arts and crafts studio, a fireside living room, a salon, a therapy room, serene walking paths, parking spaces, and transportation for seniors’ convenience and comfort.

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Overview of Bellgrade Estates

Enjoy the serenity of a senior living community at Morningside of Bellgrade in Midlothian, VA. The community provides a range of senior living options, including assisted living, memory care, respite care, and short-term stays. The community offers a range of living options, including private studios, one-bedroom suites, handicap private and deluxe private rooms. Personalized medical resources, on-site Ageility gym and speech, physical and occupational therapy is available to ensure residents’ care needs are met.

The community’s dedicated team members are available to help residents thrive and stay engaged with their Lifestyle360 activities, group trips and clubs. Residents enjoy nutritious and delicious meals prepared by a talented culinary team. A wealth of amenities are available to provide residents with leisure and entertainment, including a beauty salon, large outdoor patio area, library, fireside parlor, and bellgrade shop.

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Overview of The Gardens of Virginia Beach

Indulge in sunny weather and elegant community spaces at The Gardens of Virginia Beach, a cozy senior living community set in Virginia Beach, VA, offering assisted living, memory care, respite care, and short-term stays. Choose from a variety of well-designed studio apartments and enjoy access to an array of services, including weekly housekeeping and linen services. A dedicated and experienced team is available to support residents 24/7, ensuring them peace of mind and security.

At The Gardens of Virginia Beach, residents are guaranteed to receive the support that they require with personalized medical resources and access to various rehabilitative services, and fitness solutions. Their Bridge to Rediscovery Alzheimer’s and dementia care program provides residents dealing with memory loss access to various services, including regular health and wellness assessments, on-site nursing supervision, and 24- hour specially trained team members. Three prepared, nutritious meals a day ensures residents have the nourishment they need to stay healthy and maintain their holistic well-being.

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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 The Blake at Charlottesville

Enveloped by lush trees and scenic nature, The Blake at Charlottesville in Nichols Ct, Charlottesville, VA, is an idyllic senior living community providing assisted living and memory care. Rest and ease your worries with a variety of snug and sophisticated floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, designed with the seniors’ well-being in mind. The community takes pride in a team of experienced and highly skilled professionals delivering round-the-clock care for seniors to maximize their autonomy and enjoy every moment of their retirement with no worries.

The community fosters a warm and friendly environment, providing opportunities for seniors to thrive and reach their full potential. With enjoyable activities and exciting events, residents gain new skills and relive old hobbies. Eat well with delicious and healthy meals served for dietary satisfaction. The Blake at Charlottesville is a great place for seniors to spend their golden years in comfort and style with its ethereal and serene spaces.

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Fredericksburg

Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle at Charter Senior Living of Fredericksburg in Fredericksburg, VA, a charming senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. The community features a variety of apartments including studio suites, private one-bedroom suites and two-bedroom suites. Residents enjoy the comfort of knowing that nursing care, individual emergency call systems, and a manager is available 24 hours per day.

The community enhances its residents’ lives with a wide array of convenient amenities and services that make life as worry-free as possible. With weekly housekeeping, laundry, maintenance, and transportation services, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a convenient life. A Variety of meaningful daily activities, on-site therapies, and fitness and health programs, helps residents stay active and engaged. Amenities include a country store, chapel, cafe, activity areas, salon, attractive landscaped grounds.

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Overview of Virginia Veterans Care Center

Virginia Veterans Care Center prides itself on its excellent resident-centered approach to senior recovery. Specializing in long-term nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, and all-inclusive nursing services, the facility offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build mutual trust for the complete healing potential.
The nursing home for veterans provides comprehensive results-driven programs that specifically cater to the varying needs of its residents. Virginia Veterans Care Center offers 24-hour skilled nursing therapies, rehabilitative services, licensed nurses, and a podiatrist. Amenities include a chapel, a library, nature trails, a salon, and a billiards room are among the many accommodations provided.

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Legacy Ridge Memory Care

16001 Loves Ml Ln, Gainesville, VA 20155
Overview of Legacy Ridge Memory Care

Legacy Ridge Memory Care is a premier assisted living community located in Gainesville, Virginia. They present a purposeful and all-encompassing approach to memory care, ensuring the highest level of care for senior residents. With state-of-the-art accommodations, thoughtfully designed programming, and a warm, inviting atmosphere, every detail has been meticulously considered.

Legacy Ridge offers safe and secure courtyards, a rejuvenating Spa, a fitness center, a salon, and well-appointed activity rooms, offering residents a variety of engaging experiences. Their restaurant-style dining further elevates the senior living experience, where healthy living and healthy aging blend seamlessly.

 

License #AL1104880

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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 353 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.