Page 8 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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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. 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. 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.
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.
The Oaks
AL
MC
Salem
80
Facility 80
VA AVG 94
Rank #180 / 311
No
80
Facility 80
VA AVG 45
Rank #35 / 336
-Deborah Conway
76.3%
Facility 76.3%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #98 / 249
4
0%
Facility 0%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #1 / 303
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 32
Rank #1 / 248
0.0
Facility 0.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 248
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
AL
MC
NH
Virginia Beach
95
Facility 95
VA AVG 94
Rank #136 / 311
No
49
Facility 49
VA AVG 45
Rank #145 / 336
-Teresa Anderson
83.2%
Facility 83.2%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #58 / 249
8
38%
Facility 38%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #61 / 303
17
Facility 17
VA AVG 32
Rank #117 / 248
2.1
Facility 2.1
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #125 / 248
Tribute at One Loudoun by Cogir
AL
MC
Ashburn
154
Facility 154
VA AVG 94
Rank #30 / 311
Yes
40
Facility 40
VA AVG 45
Rank #194 / 336
SuiteMelissa Fortner
63.0%
Facility 63.0%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #166 / 249
27
63%
Facility 63%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #157 / 303
69
Facility 69
VA AVG 32
Rank #223 / 248
2.6
Facility 2.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #151 / 248
Sunrise of McLean
AL
HOS
MC
Mclean
120
Facility 120
VA AVG 94
Rank #72 / 311
Yes
50
Facility 50
VA AVG 45
Rank #141 / 336
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedJulie Clouse
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #178 / 249
13
69%
Facility 69%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #187 / 303
25
Facility 25
VA AVG 32
Rank #138 / 248
1.9
Facility 1.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #108 / 248
Sunrise at Countryside
AL
MC
Sterling (Potomac Falls)
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 94
Rank #213 / 311
Yes
74
Facility 74
VA AVG 45
Rank #46 / 336
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedKaitlin Peitz
87.1%
Facility 87.1%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #40 / 249
12
58%
Facility 58%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #135 / 303
32
Facility 32
VA AVG 32
Rank #161 / 248
2.7
Facility 2.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #157 / 248
Tribute at the Glen by Cogir
AL
MC
Woodbridge
152
Facility 152
VA AVG 94
Rank #34 / 311
Yes
74
Facility 74
VA AVG 45
Rank #46 / 336
StudioRobert Reffell
55.9%
Facility 55.9%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #197 / 249
9
67%
Facility 67%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #168 / 303
23
Facility 23
VA AVG 32
Rank #134 / 248
2.6
Facility 2.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #151 / 248
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
83.5%
Facility 83.5%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #56 / 249
9
78%
Facility 78%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #227 / 303
34
Facility 34
VA AVG 32
Rank #168 / 248
3.8
Facility 3.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #198 / 248
Commonwealth Senior Living at Bon Air
AL
MC
RC
Bon Air
88
Facility 88
VA AVG 94
Rank #156 / 311
Yes
24
Facility 24
VA AVG 45
Rank #263 / 336
Studio / 1 BedGreogory Cole
69.3%
Facility 69.3%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #140 / 249
4
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #88 / 303
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 32
Rank #33 / 248
1.0
Facility 1.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #53 / 248
AVIVA Baldwin Park
AL
IL
MC
RC
Staunton
75
Facility 75
VA AVG 94
Rank #196 / 311
Yes
29
Facility 29
VA AVG 45
Rank #239 / 336
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedKristi Piller
69.3%
Facility 69.3%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #140 / 249
5
40%
Facility 40%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #68 / 303
3
Facility 3
VA AVG 32
Rank #23 / 248
0.6
Facility 0.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #33 / 248
Harper’s Station at Gainesville
AL
IL
MC
RC
Gainesville
85
Facility 85
VA AVG 94
Rank #160 / 311
Yes
42
Facility 42
VA AVG 45
Rank #181 / 336
-Jamie Dell
91.8%
Facility 91.8%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #17 / 249
7
43%
Facility 43%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #81 / 303
5
Facility 5
VA AVG 32
Rank #42 / 248
0.7
Facility 0.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #38 / 248

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Overview of Aviva Baldwin Park

At AVIVA, the vision is fully dedicated to enriching lives with meaning and fulfillment through different levels of senior care in Staunton, Virginia. Offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, AVIVA fosters vitality and engagement through exceptional amenities and compassionate care. Committed to dignity and well-being, AVIVA ensures residents seize each day with joy and purpose, celebrating life’s moments, big and small.

Aviva Baldwin Park offers thoughtfully designed apartment homes tailored to comfort and safety. From independent living to assisted living and memory care, residents find a supportive community that encourages individuality and interconnectedness. AVIVA promotes a vibrant lifestyle where residents can thrive with chef-prepared meals, engaging programs, and a focus on successful aging.

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Overview of Harper’s Station at Gainesville

Harper’s Station at Gainesville offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Gainesville, VA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private living space, while independent living offers 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 when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

With four care levels available, Harper’s Station at Gainesville may suit a resident whose needs could change over time because care can continue within the community. The community has 85 beds. Jamie Dell serves as the administrator.

Restaurant-style dining offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a variety of options, while the heated swimming pool and beauty salon or barber provide on-site recreation and grooming services. Scheduled transportation is available for planned trips, and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet when moving in.

A Walk Score of 42 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those errands.

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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Bon Air

Commonwealth Senior Living at Bon Air provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Bon Air, VA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, dining, and toileting, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short-term stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 88 beds and offers studio and one-bedroom residences, with a studio providing one private living space and a one-bedroom offering separate living and sleeping areas. Its starting price is $4,440, although the available details do not assign that figure to a specific care level. The combination of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

Pets are allowed, so residents may be able to keep a companion animal with them. Dining includes farm-to-table, chef-prepared meals, and the community offers the Sweet Memories™ Program. Kenneth Gibson serves as the administrator.

Contact Commonwealth Senior Living at Bon Air

The Oaks

3706 Knollridge Road, Salem, VA 24153
Overview of The Oaks

The Oaks is an assisted living community managed by administrator Deborah Conway in Salem, Virginia. With 80 licensed beds, the community currently operates at an occupancy rate of approximately 76%, which is roughly in line with the Virginia statewide average.

Across four total inspections, including the initial licensing in September 2023 and subsequent renewals in December 2023, February 2024, and February 2025, zero violations were cited during any visit. Additionally, no complaint investigations have been conducted, and no deficiencies appear anywhere in the official inspection record. This unbroken compliance history across every regulatory visit since opening signifies an uncommon yet meaningful signal of operational consistency.

The Oaks is a good option for older adults seeking assisted living in Salem who value a proven compliance record, a moderately sized community, and current room availability. With zero deficiencies identified in every inspection to date, including multiple renewals, this community is favorably relative to most assisted living providers in Virginia.

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Overview of Our Lady of Perpetual Help

Founded in 1939 by the Dominican Sisters as a home for those with incurable cancer, Our Lady of Perpetual Help carries a specific identity that still shapes its care model today. The 95-bed nursing home, assisted living, and memory care community at 4560 Princess Anne Rd in Virginia Beach is not a generalist senior living facility. It is oriented toward serious medical need.

The clinical scope reflects that. Confirmed services include tracheostomy care, palliative medical care, therapeutic recreation, and social services, alongside a Special Care Unit for memory care residents. Laundry, barber services, and Wi-Fi are available. One- and two-bedroom floor plans give residents more space than a typical nursing home configuration. Sentara Princess Anne Hospital is about 3 miles away. The neighborhood is somewhat walkable (Walk Score 49), though most trips require a car; the facility sits 12 miles from Virginia Beach’s city center.

Current occupancy is 83%, with 79 of 95 beds occupied. Nurse aides contribute 2 hours and 29 minutes of care per resident per day; registered nurses account for 46 minutes. Terri Anderson, RN, LNHA, has led administration since 2004. State inspections have tended to focus on medication management, fire safety, staffing credentials, and care planning.

What the data and the history together describe is a faith-rooted facility that has centered complex and end-of-life care for more than 85 years. Families navigating serious illness, palliative needs, or memory care in Virginia Beach will find a care model here that was built specifically for that population.

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Overview of Tribute at One Loudoun by Cogir

Tribute at One Loudoun by Cogir provides assisted living and memory care in Ashburn, VA. Assisted living supports daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Both care levels are available here. That may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community. The community has 154 beds and offers suite housing, while its pet policy may allow a resident to continue living with a pet after moving in.

Ms. Melissa Fortner serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 40 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. For a resident who no longer drives, routine shopping and other errands would require transportation support.

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Overview of Dunlop House Assisted Living & Memory Care

Tucked in the quiet neighborhood of Dunlop Farms Boulevard, Colonial Heights, VA, is the astounding senior living community of Dunlop House offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. With over 25 years of experience in delivering exceptional care, the community provides unwavering commitment to seniors’ well-being. Moreover, Dunlop House was awarded the Best of the Best by LNN USA from 2021 to 2023, as proof of its top-tier quality.

Promoting a warm and welcoming environment, the community provides opportunities for seniors to interact with their surroundings and create lasting moments. Eat well and feel good with nutritious and tasty meals for an unforgettable dining experience. Dunlop House is ideal for seniors looking to make their retirement more meaningful.

Contact Dunlop House Assisted Living & Memory Care

Overview of Tribute at the Glen by Cogir

Tribute at the Glen by Cogir is an outstanding senior living community set in the quiet Old Bridge Road, Woodbridge, VA, offering assisted living and memory care. Enjoy relaxation and safety like no other with a wide range of snug and sophisticated residences to choose from. A dedicated, experienced, and highly skilled team delivers top-notch care and assistance for residents to enjoy their autonomy and do what they love.

The community aims to provide an unmatched experience with its ethereal and fabulous spaces. Treat yourself to a relaxing me-time and enjoy moments with friends through exciting activities and enjoyable programs. With restaurant-style dining, residents enjoy healthy and delicious meals catering to their nutritional needs and preferences. Tribute at the Glen by Cogir is a wonderful place for seniors to spend their retirement embraced by a warm and welcoming environment and ethereal spaces.

Contact Tribute at the Glen by Cogir

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.

Contact First Colonial Inn

Overview of Sunrise at Countryside

Sunrise at Countryside provides assisted living and memory care in Sterling, VA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 130 beds, with studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments available. A studio suits one resident, while a two bedroom apartment can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so residents can continue living with their pets. The area has a Walk Score of 74, meaning it is very walkable and most errands can be done on foot, which may allow a resident who no longer drives to get out independently. Ms. Kaitlin Peitz serves as the administrator.

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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 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.