Best Independent Living in Virginia

Updated May 2026

We analyzed 439 homes in Virginia

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Virginia Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Our Lady of the Valley	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Roanoke (Gainsboro)	127 Facility 127 VA AVG 98 Rank #82 / 371	No	68 Facility 68 VA AVG 44 Rank #74 / 449	Studio / 1 Bed	Meagan Seale	87.4% Facility 87.4% VA AVG 70.5% Rank #60 / 300	A+	20	55% Facility 55% VA AVG 53.9% Rank #160 / 331	7 Facility 7 VA AVG 5.4 Rank #228 / 331	58 Facility 58 VA AVG 26 Rank #291 / 331	2.9 Facility 2.9 VA AVG 1.9 Rank #261 / 331
Brightview Fair Oaks	IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Fairfax (Fair Lakes)	92 Facility 92 VA AVG 98 Rank #181 / 371	Yes	12 Facility 12 VA AVG 44 Rank #398 / 449	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	Franc Cooper	91.3% Facility 91.3% VA AVG 70.5% Rank #34 / 300	-	4	75% Facility 75% VA AVG 53.9% Rank #258 / 331	- Facility - VA AVG 5.4 Rank #1 / 331	9 Facility 9 VA AVG 26 Rank #133 / 331	2.3 Facility 2.3 VA AVG 1.9 Rank #229 / 331
Sancerre Atlee Station	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Mechanicsville (Giles Preserve)	120 Facility 120 VA AVG 98 Rank #93 / 371	Yes	30 Facility 30 VA AVG 44 Rank #304 / 449	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	Lauren Friedman	17.5% Facility 17.5% VA AVG 70.5% Rank #299 / 300	A	18	38.9% Facility 38.9% VA AVG 53.9% Rank #85 / 331	12 Facility 12 VA AVG 5.4 Rank #285 / 331	13 Facility 13 VA AVG 26 Rank #160 / 331	0.7 Facility 0.7 VA AVG 1.9 Rank #105 / 331
Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)	120 Facility 120 VA AVG 98 Rank #93 / 371	Yes	47 Facility 47 VA AVG 44 Rank #193 / 449	1 Bed	Ms. Julia Fretwell	57.5% Facility 57.5% VA AVG 70.5% Rank #224 / 300	A+	9	77.8% Facility 77.8% VA AVG 53.9% Rank #265 / 331	2 Facility 2 VA AVG 5.4 Rank #110 / 331	25 Facility 25 VA AVG 26 Rank #213 / 331	2.8 Facility 2.8 VA AVG 1.9 Rank #258 / 331
Spring Hills Mount Vernon	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Alexandria	98 Facility 98 VA AVG 98 Rank #162 / 371	Yes	70 Facility 70 VA AVG 44 Rank #65 / 449	Studio	Bora Bisimwa	49.0% Facility 49.0% VA AVG 70.5% Rank #257 / 300	A+	18	77.8% Facility 77.8% VA AVG 53.9% Rank #265 / 331	11 Facility 11 VA AVG 5.4 Rank #279 / 331	37 Facility 37 VA AVG 26 Rank #252 / 331	2.1 Facility 2.1 VA AVG 1.9 Rank #215 / 331
Bentley Commons at Lynchburg	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Lynchburg (Graves Mill Road)	135 Facility 135 VA AVG 98 Rank #65 / 371	Yes	26 Facility 26 VA AVG 44 Rank #332 / 449	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	Ms. Shannon Rudelis	49.6% Facility 49.6% VA AVG 70.5% Rank #256 / 300	A+	41	68.3% Facility 68.3% VA AVG 53.9% Rank #234 / 331	17 Facility 17 VA AVG 5.4 Rank #311 / 331	127 Facility 127 VA AVG 26 Rank #322 / 331	3.1 Facility 3.1 VA AVG 1.9 Rank #269 / 331
Hampton Manor of Chesapeake	IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Chesapeake (Pleasant Grove West)	102 Facility 102 VA AVG 98 Rank #143 / 371	No	35 Facility 35 VA AVG 44 Rank #264 / 449	Suite / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	Ms. Angela Taylor	-	A-	1	- Facility - VA AVG 53.9% Rank #1 / 331	- Facility - VA AVG 5.4 Rank #1 / 331	0 Facility 0 VA AVG 26 Rank #1 / 331	0.0 Facility 0.0 VA AVG 1.9 Rank #1 / 331
Acclaim at East Beach	IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Norfolk (East Ocean View)	92 Facility 92 VA AVG 98 Rank #181 / 371	Yes	55 Facility 55 VA AVG 44 Rank #150 / 449	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	Damian Polewczak	25.0% Facility 25.0% VA AVG 70.5% Rank #295 / 300	A	5	20% Facility 20% VA AVG 53.9% Rank #34 / 331	2 Facility 2 VA AVG 5.4 Rank #110 / 331	4 Facility 4 VA AVG 26 Rank #95 / 331	0.8 Facility 0.8 VA AVG 1.9 Rank #109 / 331
The Fountains at Washington House	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Alexandria (Alexandria West)	215 Facility 215 VA AVG 98 Rank #16 / 371	No	66 Facility 66 VA AVG 44 Rank #77 / 449	Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed	Victoria Baxter	32.6% Facility 32.6% VA AVG 70.5% Rank #291 / 300	A+	5	40% Facility 40% VA AVG 53.9% Rank #86 / 331	1 Facility 1 VA AVG 5.4 Rank #67 / 331	6 Facility 6 VA AVG 26 Rank #109 / 331	1.2 Facility 1.2 VA AVG 1.9 Rank #139 / 331
Atlantic Shores	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Virginia Beach (Atlantic Shores Retirement Community)	50 Facility 50 VA AVG 98 Rank #307 / 371	Yes	8 Facility 8 VA AVG 44 Rank #412 / 449	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	71.5% Facility 71.5% VA AVG 70.5% Rank #156 / 300	A+	-	-	-	-	-
Friendship Retirement Community	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Roanoke (Hollins)	253 Facility 253 VA AVG 98 Rank #6 / 371	Yes	48 Facility 48 VA AVG 44 Rank #186 / 449	2 Bed	-	93.1% Facility 93.1% VA AVG 70.5% Rank #25 / 300	A+	-	-	-	-	-
Falcons Landing	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Potomac Falls	149 Facility 149 VA AVG 98 Rank #51 / 371	No	33 Facility 33 VA AVG 44 Rank #282 / 449	-	-	71.8% Facility 71.8% VA AVG 70.5% Rank #154 / 300	A+	-	-	-	-	-
Pheasant Ridge Nursing and Rehab Center	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Roanoke (Southern Hills)	101 Facility 101 VA AVG 98 Rank #144 / 371	No	15 Facility 15 VA AVG 44 Rank #385 / 449	-	-	89.3% Facility 89.3% VA AVG 70.5% Rank #45 / 300	A+	-	-	-	-	-
Tribute at One Loudoun by Cogir	IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Ashburn (Savin Hill Drive)	154 Facility 154 VA AVG 98 Rank #42 / 371	Yes	40 Facility 40 VA AVG 44 Rank #246 / 449	Suite	Ms. Melissa Fortner	63.0% Facility 63.0% VA AVG 70.5% Rank #204 / 300	A+	31	64.5% Facility 64.5% VA AVG 53.9% Rank #216 / 331	16 Facility 16 VA AVG 5.4 Rank #306 / 331	69 Facility 69 VA AVG 26 Rank #304 / 331	2.2 Facility 2.2 VA AVG 1.9 Rank #223 / 331
The Summit	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Lynchburg (Enterprise Drive)	50 Facility 50 VA AVG 98 Rank #307 / 371	No	56 Facility 56 VA AVG 44 Rank #143 / 449	1 Bed / 2 Bed	Lisa T. Watson	84.0% Facility 84.0% VA AVG 70.5% Rank #78 / 300	A+	9	33.3% Facility 33.3% VA AVG 53.9% Rank #59 / 331	1 Facility 1 VA AVG 5.4 Rank #67 / 331	5 Facility 5 VA AVG 26 Rank #104 / 331	0.6 Facility 0.6 VA AVG 1.9 Rank #97 / 331

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these independent living communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Resident Experience
25%
Regulatory
15%
Visual Media
10%
Website
10%
Stability
5%
Environment

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

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

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

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

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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 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.

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This page features 13 independent living communities in Virginia. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community 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.

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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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