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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 160 independent living communities in Virginia using Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in VA
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160 homes
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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: 96The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Virginia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Westminster Canterbury Richmond
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
Richmond
214
Facility 214
VA AVG 96
Rank #15 / 365
Yes
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 44
Rank #373 / 446
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 2-4 BedMs. Susan Chrissley 60.7% A+5
0%
Facility 0%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #1 / 330
-
Facility -
VA AVG 32
Rank #1 / 271
0.0
Facility 0.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 271
Goodwin House Alexandria
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
SNF
Alexandria (Alexandria West)
250
Facility 250
VA AVG 96
Rank #6 / 365
Yes
62
Facility 62
VA AVG 44
Rank #97 / 446
Studio / 1 bed / 2 bedMs. Dziedzic Christine 22.4% -6
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #126 / 330
18
Facility 18
VA AVG 32
Rank #125 / 271
3.0
Facility 3.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #204 / 271
Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
120
Facility 120
VA AVG 96
Rank #87 / 365
Yes
47
Facility 47
VA AVG 44
Rank #192 / 446
1 BedMs. Julia Fretwell 57.5% A+9
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #265 / 330
25
Facility 25
VA AVG 32
Rank #150 / 271
2.8
Facility 2.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #195 / 271
Arleigh Burke Pavilion at Vinson Hall Retirement Community
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Mclean (Kirby Road)
32
Facility 32
VA AVG 96
Rank #335 / 365
No
52
Facility 52
VA AVG 44
Rank #160 / 446
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Analisse Vasquez Soto 59.4% -6
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #62 / 330
21
Facility 21
VA AVG 32
Rank #137 / 271
3.5
Facility 3.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #222 / 271
Brandermill Woods Healthcare Communities
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Midlothian (Brandermill)
91
Facility 91
VA AVG 96
Rank #177 / 365
Yes
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 44
Rank #428 / 446
Apartment / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedCarolyn L. Williams 60.4% -8
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #207 / 330
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 32
Rank #61 / 271
1.0
Facility 1.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #61 / 271
Brandon Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
SNF
Roanoke (Westland)
43
Facility 43
VA AVG 96
Rank #313 / 365
Yes
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 44
Rank #281 / 446
-Adm Esteban Duran-Ballen 53.5% -10
40%
Facility 40%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #89 / 330
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 32
Rank #179 / 271
3.3
Facility 3.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #216 / 271
Lake Prince Woods
IL
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Suffolk
54
Facility 54
VA AVG 96
Rank #294 / 365
No
6
Facility 6
VA AVG 44
Rank #423 / 446
1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Felita Creekmore 85.2% -6
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #318 / 330
37
Facility 37
VA AVG 32
Rank #190 / 271
6.2
Facility 6.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #257 / 271
Atlantic Shores
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Virginia Beach (Atlantic Shores Retirement Community)
50
Facility 50
VA AVG 96
Rank #300 / 365
Yes
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 44
Rank #411 / 446
1 Bed / 2 Bed- 77.0% A+----
Falcons Landing
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Potomac Falls
60
Facility 60
VA AVG 96
Rank #270 / 365
Yes
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 44
Rank #281 / 446
-- 81.0% A+----
Harbor‘s Edge
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Norfolk (Fort Norfolk)
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 96
Rank #332 / 365
Yes
46
Facility 46
VA AVG 44
Rank #201 / 446
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed- 88.8% -----
The Chesapeake
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Newport News (Saunders)
52
Facility 52
VA AVG 96
Rank #298 / 365
Yes
30
Facility 30
VA AVG 44
Rank #303 / 446
1 Bed / 2 Bed- 89.6% -----
Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads
IL
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Falls Church (22046)
500
Facility 500
VA AVG 96
Rank #1 / 365
No
65
Facility 65
VA AVG 44
Rank #81 / 446
-Ms. Taneisha Hampton 61.8% -5
40%
Facility 40%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #89 / 330
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 32
Rank #35 / 271
0.8
Facility 0.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #48 / 271
Windsormeade Williamsburg, Pinnacle Living
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Williamsburg
32
Facility 32
VA AVG 96
Rank #335 / 365
Yes
80
Facility 80
VA AVG 44
Rank #45 / 446
-Mr. Doug Fleegle 84.4% -7
28.6%
Facility 28.6%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #57 / 330
7
Facility 7
VA AVG 32
Rank #56 / 271
1.0
Facility 1.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #61 / 271
The Village at Orchard Ridge
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
SNF
Winchester
47
Facility 47
VA AVG 96
Rank #307 / 365
Yes
92
Facility 92
VA AVG 44
Rank #11 / 446
-Melissa Sellers 78.7% -16
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #126 / 330
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 32
Rank #112 / 271
1.0
Facility 1.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #61 / 271
Westminster Canterbury of Lynchburg
IL
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Lynchburg
78
Facility 78
VA AVG 96
Rank #222 / 365
No
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 44
Rank #411 / 446
-Lori Sweeney 69.2% -5
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #318 / 330
12
Facility 12
VA AVG 32
Rank #91 / 271
2.4
Facility 2.4
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #174 / 271
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Cedarfield

2300 Cedarfield Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23233
Overview of Cedarfield

Cedarfield fosters a strong sense of community, with opportunities for connection and social engagement.  Their innovative Pathways to Wellness program empowers residents to reach their full potential through fitness classes, an aquatic centre, and an art studio.  The convenient location provides easy access to shopping, dining, cultural attractions, and outdoor adventures.

Residents can choose from independent living cottages or apartments.  Cottages offer the privacy of a single-family home with upscale finishes and open layouts, while apartments boast spacious kitchens, high ceilings, and modern amenities.  Both options are pet-friendly and come with maintenance-free living, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their golden years. Cedarfield is committed to resident well-being throughout all stages of life.  For those needing additional support, Morning Glory, their on-site Memory Care program, provides compassionate care in a nurturing environment.

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Overview of Mennowood Retirement Community

Managed by administrator Thelma Shaffer, Mennowood Retirement Community offers a care continuum in the Warwick Boulevard area of Newport News, Virginia. About 2.7 miles from the city center, it serves occupants across three care levels: assisted living, independent living, and memory care, all under one roof. The facility operates 24/7 with licensed nurses on staff to support residents. Creating a balanced community atmosphere, the 90-bed facility maintains a 73 percent occupancy rate.

The home’s approach accentuates choice in daily life. Residents can select from numerous independent living floor plans tailored to their preferences. The facility also accommodates ambulatory and non-ambulatory occupants via its designated special care units. A full array of licensed nursing support is offered 24/7, providing reassurance for families and a foundation for the care model. The setting bolsters an active lifestyle with amenities designed to engage and stimulate. An on-site art studio, library, fitness center, and beauty shop supply residents and their families with choices for cultural, wellness, and personal care activities. The facility’s location on Warwick Boulevard puts it in a moderately walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 53, so some errands can be done on foot, while nearby Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital sits just 2.46 miles away.

Operational matters in areas like resident records, service planning documentation, and medication management protocols have been consistently addressed through state inspections. The facility’s track record mirrors attention to these repeating themes as part of active compliance efforts.

For families contemplating Mennowood Retirement Community, the mix of multi-level care, 24-hour staffing, and activity-focused amenities makes a setting suitable for occupants at different stages of need. For visiting family members and residents who can leave the facility independently, practical benefits are its moderate walk score and proximity to medical services.

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Viva Senior Living at Berryville

413 Mcclellan Street, Berryville, VA 22611
Overview of Viva Senior Living at Berryville

Experience the best of your golden years at Viva Senior Living at Berryville, a distinguished community in Berryville, VA, offering assisted living and memory care. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a kind and highly trained team providing top-tier care for their daily living activities and personal needs. With beautifully designed private and companion suites, residents are guaranteed comfort and safety.

Residents will not feel lonely with a thoughtfully curated calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Medication management and an emergency call system are available for residents’ healthcare needs. With its pet-friendly setting, residents enjoy a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Marian Manor Retirement

Marian Manor Retirement occupies a mid-rise building on Marian Lane in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, about 11.4 miles from the city center. The 145-bed community offers private rooms across three care types: assisted living, independent living, and respite care. Executive Director Ms. Karen Land leads the facility.

With 126 of 145 beds occupied, the community runs at 87% occupancy, which reflects consistent demand without the pressure of a fully waitlisted building. The neighborhood scores a 51 on the Walk Score scale, landing in the moderately walkable range; some trips on foot are practical, but a car handles most of what residents and visitors need. Transportation services are available on-site for those without their own vehicle.

Beyond transportation, the building includes fitness and recreation facilities, and a Life Enrichment program is part of the scheduled care structure. State inspections have generally focused on medication management, care planning and documentation, and fall and injury prevention as recurring areas of attention.

Marian Manor is a private-room community at a mid-size scale in Virginia Beach, covering the range from independent to assisted living and short-term respite stays, with on-site transportation and fitness amenities rounding out what the building offers day to day.

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The Virginian

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

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.

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Overview of Hunters Woods at Trails Edge

Live your dreams with Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, an idyllic senior living community in Colts Neck Road, Reston, VA, that offers memory care, assisted living, and independent living. Residents are free to choose among the variety of spacious and cozy accommodations, designed to foster comfort and familiarity. Personalized care plans are also created for each resident to meet their needs and preferences.

Play with friends and enjoy fun-filled moments with carefully curated activities and events. Here, mealtimes promote a sense of belonging while satisfying their dietary needs with delicious and healthy meals. Amenities also include a library, an art studio, and a theater, perfect for those looking to spend their best years doing the things they love.

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Overview of Paul Spring Community

Located on 12 acres just south of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, Paul Spring is a family-owned senior living community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services. Serving the Mount Vernon area since 1988, Paul Spring combines lush surroundings with proximity to Washington, D.C., ensuring residents enjoy the best of both worlds. Paul Spring is committed to offering outstanding hospitality and customized programs that meet the various requirements of its residents.

With the provision of exceptional social, emotional, physical, and cognitive support, residents flourish in a secure and cozy setting. Paul Spring offers a variety of services such as housekeeping, a lively Life Enrichment Program, and professionally cooked meals made by an on-site chef. These features guarantee that residents feel comfortable from the time they arrive. The Paul Spring Retirement Community provides the ideal balance of comfort and convenience, whether one is looking for a carefree retirement or specialized care.

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Overview of The Barrington at Hioaks

Situated in a picturesque residential neighborhood in Richmond, Virginia, The Barrington at Hioaks boasts a serene and tranquil environment. Its location amidst lush greenery and mature trees creates a peaceful haven for residents to enjoy. Despite the community’s peaceful surroundings, it remains conveniently located near an array of amenities such as shopping centers, restaurants, and medical facilities. Additionally, major highways are easily accessible, making it easy for family and friends to visit loved ones residing in the community.

One of the main attractions of The Barrington at Hioaks is the variety of housing options available to residents. There are studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with a choice of floor plans to suit different lifestyles and preferences. All apartments come equipped with kitchenettes, private bathrooms, and emergency response systems to ensure residents’ safety and well-being. The community offers a range of amenities to support residents’ active lifestyles, including a fitness center, walking paths, and a putting green. There are also plenty of opportunities for social engagement, with a variety of social events and activities organized regularly. These include art classes, musical performances, game nights, and happy hours.

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Overview of Brightview Fair Oaks

Brightview Fair Oaks undoubtedly provides the highest care for independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents. Management makes it a point that seniors are given the freedom and choice given to each resident and ensures that they attend to the unique needs of each individual with kindness and compassion. The premier retirement community strives to satisfy the holistic wellness of its residents in a cozy, nurturing, and fun-filled environment.

Brightview Fair Oaks residential lifestyle encourages its seniors to live a fulfilling everyday life through the community’s extensive services. Some all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, specialized memory care programs, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs. Other amenities include a library, full baths, a cafe, a fitness center, and a multi-purpose room– to name a few of what the home offers.

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Overview of Sancerre Atlee Station

Sancerre Atlee Station is a brand-new senior living community located in Mechanicsville, Virginia, that opened their doors in September 2023 to serve the greater Richmond area. The senior living community offers 103 accommodations for Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care residents, specifically designed to meet their unique needs.

At Sancerre Atlee Station, we understand the importance of providing high-quality care and personalized attention to our residents. That is why we have 24/7 on-site clinical staff to provide around-the-clock care and assistance whenever our residents need it. Additionally, we offer a range of amenities and services to make our community an ideal living destination for seniors, such as gardening programs, all-day dining options, card playing nooks, a theater room, and daily activities that promote social interaction and overall well-being.

We take pride in being a pet-friendly community, as we know that pets are notable members of our residents’ families. We welcome pets of all sizes and look forward to seeing our residents make memories with their furry friends in their new home.

At Sancerre Atlee Station, our focus is on creating a warm and welcoming home for our residents, while also providing exceptional care and services. We believe in fostering a powerful sense of community among our residents, and our team is dedicated to ensuring that each resident feels valued, respected, and empowered to live a fulfilling life on their own terms.

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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 Independent Living in Virginia

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 160 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.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities 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.