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
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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. 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.
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.
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 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.
Arden Courts – ProMedica Memory Care Community (Fair Oaks)
IL
AL
MC
RC
Fairfax
56
Facility 56
VA AVG 111
Rank #103 / 117
C+No
44
Facility 44
VA AVG 41
Rank #68 / 158
Private RoomsJoel Bednoski
78.6%
Facility 78.6%
VA AVG 70.5%
Rank #34 / 88
6
67%
Facility 67%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #28 / 109
18
Facility 18
VA AVG 32
Rank #34 / 91
3.0
Facility 3.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #49 / 91
The Virginian
IL
AL
MC
Fairfax
170
Facility 170
VA AVG 111
Rank #15 / 117
C+Yes
37
Facility 37
VA AVG 41
Rank #84 / 158
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsAvanel Jarka
58.8%
Facility 58.8%
VA AVG 70.5%
Rank #69 / 88
20
70%
Facility 70%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #28 / 109
55
Facility 55
VA AVG 32
Rank #89 / 91
2.8
Facility 2.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #48 / 91
The Woodlands Retirement Community
IL
ADC
AL
MC
RC
Fairfax
--Yes
19
Facility 19
VA AVG 41
Rank #128 / 158
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other VA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Great Falls. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Arden Courts – ProMedica Memory Care Community (fair Oaks)

Arden Courts, ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Memory care provides a secure setting with supervision for people with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living supports private living with community services and no daily care, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs temporary relief.

The combination of care types may suit someone whose needs could change over time, since care can continue within the same community. There are 56 beds, placing the community among smaller settings where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private rooms give each resident a single personal space, and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of their care.

A Walk Score of 44 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Joel Bednoski serves as the administrator.

Contact Arden Courts – ProMedica Memory Care Community (Fair Oaks)

The Virginian

9229 Arlington Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22031
Overview of The Virginian

The Virginian offers assisted living, independent living and memory care in Fairfax, VA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having three care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since moving from independent living to assisted living or memory care can happen without leaving the community. The Virginian has 170 beds, placing it in the larger community range with more residents, staff and usually programming. Private rooms provide a single private space, while semi-private rooms suit someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to live with a pet. A Walk Score of 37 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. Avanel Jarka serves as the administrator.

Contact The Virginian

Overview of The Woodlands Retirement Community

The Woodlands Retirement Community in Fairfax, VA, provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, adult day care, and short-term respite stays. Independent living offers private quarters alongside communal services without daily assistance. Assisted living delivers help with routine daily tasks, while secured memory care features structured supervision for residents prone to wandering. Day care and respite programs accommodate short-term relief needs for visiting individuals or primary family caregivers.

Established in 1964, the property offers two-bedroom residence options suited for single occupants, couples, or shared living arrangements. On-site perks include pet-friendly policies and arranged community transportation. Amenities feature an indoor heated pool, fitness center, walking trail, library, and a salon.

Scheduled Senior Fitness & Wellness programs accompany daily menu planning, which accommodates specialized dietary requirements alongside changing weekly meals made with fresh seasonal ingredients.

Individuals searching for versatile senior living options or short-term care arrangements in Fairfax can contact The Woodlands Retirement Community to ask about unit availability or schedule an on-site visit.

Starting Price $4,200/Month

Contact The Woodlands Retirement Community

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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Independent Living in Great Falls at a glance

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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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.