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Best Independent Living in Great Falls, VA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 independent living communities in Great Falls, VA using VA Depts. of Social Services & Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in VA
Reviewed by
Jordan Weiss, PhD
Last updated
We analyzed These are the facilities in Great Falls, VA our team has analyzed — not a count of every independent living provider in Great Falls, VA.
3 homes
Other senior care options in Great Falls:
Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Homes
Avg Walk Score: 33/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Great Falls, VA. 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: 113The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Great Falls, VA. 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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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 Virginian
IL
AL
MC
Fairfax
170
Facility 170
VA AVG 96
Rank #26 / 365
Yes
37
Facility 37
VA AVG 45
Rank #253 / 434
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsMs. Jenna Ballard 58.8% 19
68%
Facility 68%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #229 / 330
3
Facility 3
VA AVG 7
Rank #154 / 330
77
Facility 77
VA AVG 32
Rank #249 / 271
4.1
Facility 4.1
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #234 / 271
Arden Courts – ProMedica Memory Care Community (Fair Oaks)
IL
AL
MC
RC
Fairfax
56
Facility 56
VA AVG 96
Rank #291 / 365
No
44
Facility 44
VA AVG 45
Rank #212 / 434
Private RoomsBethlehem Getent 94.6% 2
0%
Facility 0%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #1 / 330
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 7
Rank #1 / 330
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 32
Rank #1 / 271
0.0
Facility 0.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 271
The Woodlands Retirement Community
IL
ADC
AL
MC
RC
Fairfax
-Yes
19
Facility 19
VA AVG 45
Rank #362 / 434
2 Bed-------

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every VA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Great Falls.

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The Virginian

9229 Arlington Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22031
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Overview of The Virginian
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A vibrant community for residents looking to find a community that feels like home, The Virginian provides a new and inspiring approach to senior independent living. Adults and seniors can feel confident with the relaxing independent living lifestyle they’ll be able to enjoy during their stay. For over 40 years, the premier choice in Northern Virginia has continuously ensured an active senior lifestyle. As a Life Care Services community, management has designed an exclusive LifeSTYLE Promise® program that focuses on enhancing the lifestyle of individuals through comfort, choice, and flexibility.

The Virginian offers an innovative and modern approach to residential living, appealing to seniors who seek new opportunities and a sense of community. Residents will immerse themselves in a person-focused care plan that involves a range of fitness programs, scheduled outings, majestic dining experiences, and engaging programs for holistic wellness.

Phone: (703) 385-0555

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Overview of Arden Courts – ProMedica Memory Care Community (fair Oaks)
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Arden Courts – Promedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks provides outstanding supervision and care. The community offers an inviting atmosphere with fine hospitality; the staff is ready to attend to any need with compassion and dignity. Arden Courts maintain their residents’ sense of individuality while being able to enhance their quality of life in a nurturing environment.

Memory care services focus on its residents’ cognitive health and overall wellness– 24-hour supervision, medication management, outside rehabilitative care, physical therapy available, reassurance and advice support, structured programs, and mobility assistance.

Phone: (571) 556-4283

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Overview of The Woodlands Retirement Community
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The sister community of The Gardens at Fair Oaks, The Woodlands, is the independent living option for seniors in Fairfax. The vibrant retirement home performs nothing less than extraordinary senior engagement in a resort-style setting. The upscale senior residences have maintained a warm, welcoming, family-like, dedicated approach to building a community and maintaining genuine connections.

The Woodlands is one of the trusted retirement communities in Northern Virginia, with top-notch senior care services delivered by a team of fantastic caregivers. Personalized care includes daily health checks and medication management, scheduled transportation, a planned list of classes and outings, respite stays, and stimulating activities. Amenities include an elegant dining room, a spacious game room, beautiful gardens, a patio, and a swimming pool.

Phone: (571) 771-1823

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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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No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
Data source Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Great Falls, VA

What is the average cost of independent living in Great Falls, VA?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Great Falls, VA is approximately $2,194. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Great Falls, VA?

Independent living in Great Falls, VA typically ranges from $637 - $3,674 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 3 independent living communities in Great Falls, VA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Great Falls, VA?

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 Great Falls, VA, 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 independent living communities in Great Falls, VA?

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.

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