Page 6 of Best Independent Living in Virginia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 160 independent living communities in 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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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: 96The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Virginia. 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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 Gardens of Virginia Beach
IL
AL
MC
Virginia Beach (Northwest)
122
Facility 122
VA AVG 96
Rank #85 / 365
Yes
49
Facility 49
VA AVG 45
Rank #178 / 434
StudioMs. Kowanda Tyus
89.3%
Facility 89.3%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #46 / 293
22
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #307 / 330
77
Facility 77
VA AVG 32
Rank #249 / 271
3.5
Facility 3.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #201 / 271
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%
Facility 58.8%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #215 / 293
20
80%
Facility 80%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #251 / 330
77
Facility 77
VA AVG 32
Rank #249 / 271
3.9
Facility 3.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #216 / 271
Bellgrade Estates
IL
AL
MC
Midlothian
130
Facility 130
VA AVG 96
Rank #68 / 365
No
56
Facility 56
VA AVG 45
Rank #142 / 434
Studio / 1 BedDavid Ter Borg
62.3%
Facility 62.3%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #203 / 293
15
80%
Facility 80%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #251 / 330
60
Facility 60
VA AVG 32
Rank #233 / 271
4.0
Facility 4.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #220 / 271
Watercrest Richmond
IL
AL
MC
RC
Moseley (Windy Ridge)
122
Facility 122
VA AVG 96
Rank #85 / 365
Yes
7
Facility 7
VA AVG 45
Rank #419 / 434
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedEdwin Khonyongwa
63.9%
Facility 63.9%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #195 / 293
7
71%
Facility 71%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #217 / 330
18
Facility 18
VA AVG 32
Rank #126 / 271
2.6
Facility 2.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #162 / 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 45
Rank #424 / 434
1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Felita Creekmore
85.2%
Facility 85.2%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #73 / 293
8
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #307 / 330
37
Facility 37
VA AVG 32
Rank #190 / 271
4.6
Facility 4.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #233 / 271
Lakewood Retirement
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Richmond (Henrico)
74
Facility 74
VA AVG 96
Rank #231 / 365
Yes
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 45
Rank #412 / 434
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedJennifer Koeniger
71.6%
Facility 71.6%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #152 / 293
11
64%
Facility 64%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #181 / 330
34
Facility 34
VA AVG 32
Rank #183 / 271
3.1
Facility 3.1
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #184 / 271
The Fairfax
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Belvoir
96
Facility 96
VA AVG 96
Rank #163 / 365
No
2
Facility 2
VA AVG 45
Rank #434 / 434
-Mr. Zebodia John Ashley
71.9%
Facility 71.9%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #151 / 293
12
58%
Facility 58%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #147 / 330
26
Facility 26
VA AVG 32
Rank #154 / 271
2.2
Facility 2.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #137 / 271
Bentley Commons at Lynchburg
IL
AL
RC
Lynchburg
135
Facility 135
VA AVG 96
Rank #61 / 365
Yes
26
Facility 26
VA AVG 45
Rank #331 / 434
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Shannon Rudelis
49.6%
Facility 49.6%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #253 / 293
28
79%
Facility 79%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #247 / 330
127
Facility 127
VA AVG 32
Rank #262 / 271
4.5
Facility 4.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #231 / 271
The Hidenwood
IL
AL
MC
RC
Newport News (Central Newport News)
125
Facility 125
VA AVG 96
Rank #78 / 365
Yes
52
Facility 52
VA AVG 45
Rank #160 / 434
-Mr. Christopher Cook
70.4%
Facility 70.4%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #159 / 293
7
71%
Facility 71%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #217 / 330
24
Facility 24
VA AVG 32
Rank #150 / 271
3.4
Facility 3.4
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #198 / 271
Harmony at Oakbrooke
IL
AL
MC
Chesapeake (Greenbrier West)
125
Facility 125
VA AVG 96
Rank #78 / 365
Yes
34
Facility 34
VA AVG 45
Rank #269 / 434
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Jennifer Stell
68.8%
Facility 68.8%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #175 / 293
10
70%
Facility 70%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #211 / 330
41
Facility 41
VA AVG 32
Rank #202 / 271
4.1
Facility 4.1
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #222 / 271

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every VA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 160 on this page.

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Overview of The Gardens of Virginia Beach

Indulge in sunny weather and elegant community spaces at The Gardens of Virginia Beach, a cozy senior living community set in Virginia Beach, VA, offering assisted living, memory care, respite care, and short-term stays. Choose from a variety of well-designed studio apartments and enjoy access to an array of services, including weekly housekeeping and linen services. A dedicated and experienced team is available to support residents 24/7, ensuring them peace of mind and security.

At The Gardens of Virginia Beach, residents are guaranteed to receive the support that they require with personalized medical resources and access to various rehabilitative services, and fitness solutions. Their Bridge to Rediscovery Alzheimer’s and dementia care program provides residents dealing with memory loss access to various services, including regular health and wellness assessments, on-site nursing supervision, and 24- hour specially trained team members. Three prepared, nutritious meals a day ensures residents have the nourishment they need to stay healthy and maintain their holistic well-being.

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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 Bellgrade Estates

Enjoy the serenity of a senior living community at Morningside of Bellgrade in Midlothian, VA. The community provides a range of senior living options, including assisted living, memory care, respite care, and short-term stays. The community offers a range of living options, including private studios, one-bedroom suites, handicap private and deluxe private rooms. Personalized medical resources, on-site Ageility gym and speech, physical and occupational therapy is available to ensure residents’ care needs are met.

The community’s dedicated team members are available to help residents thrive and stay engaged with their Lifestyle360 activities, group trips and clubs. Residents enjoy nutritious and delicious meals prepared by a talented culinary team. A wealth of amenities are available to provide residents with leisure and entertainment, including a beauty salon, large outdoor patio area, library, fireside parlor, and bellgrade shop.

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Overview of Watercrest Richmond

Located on the scenic Grandin Avenue, Moseley, VA, Watercress Richmond is an extraordinary senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. The community features various sophisticated and stunning residences, ensuring relaxation and security at its finest. The community prides itself on a team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals delivering round-the-clock care and support for seniors to lead a meaningful life.

Discover new hobbies and reignite past interests with enaging activities and enjoyable programs. Enjoy personal time and cherish moments with friends in Watercrest Richmond. Have the finest dining experience with nutritious and tasty meals for dietary satisfaction. Watercress Myrtle Beach is an ideal place to spend your retirement surrounded by tranquil spaces and a welcoming environment.

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Lake Prince Woods

100 Anna Goode Wy, Suffolk, VA 23434
Overview of Lake Prince Woods

Conveniently located in Suffolk, VA, Lake Prince Woods is a dedicated senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation, ensuring residents get the care they require for their ever-changing needs. The community features apartments, villas, and cottages that are ideally located near nature, cultural events, shopping, and fine restaurants. Whether you require assistance with daily living activities, memory support services, or physical, occupational, and speech therapy, Lake Prince Woods can surely meet your needs.

Encouraging a healthy, active lifestyle for seniors with varying mobility levels, the community conducts a wide range of wellness & fitness activities, including Tai chi, mat yoga, and chair exercise using weights and bands. Plenty of amenities, such as a game room, salon, library, and a meditation garden, provides plenty of space for leisure, entertainment, and relaxation. A wide range of resident programs fosters lifelong learning, ensuring residents’ holistic wellbeing.

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Overview of Lakewood Retirement

Lakewood Retirement is an esteemed retirement community located in the lively West End of Richmond. Their priority is to ensure residents enjoy a top-quality lifestyle, with generously-sized and well-appointed living spaces such as apartments and cottages that provide ultimate comfort and relaxation. Residents in the community have easy access to popular destinations like Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia Beach, and Washington, D.C. Lakewood’s location is ideal for those seeking an active and diverse lifestyle.

Lakewood Retirement offers independent living residents access to amenities such as chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, transportation, and activities promoting physical and mental well-being. Healthcare services include on-site nursing staff 24/7, medication management, assistance with daily activities, and therapy. An on-site physician provides medical care, while staff work closely with residents and families to meet their personalized healthcare needs. It’s worth noting that their calendar is always buzzing with exciting activities that aim to enhance the lives of their residents and keep them in the loop. These activities consist of intriguing live entertainment, educational presentations, and lively seasonal celebrations, all aimed at adding value to the residents’ lives. By keeping them informed and engaged, these events provide a sense of community and connectedness.

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The Fairfax

9140 Belvoir Woods Pkwy, Fort Belvoir, VA 22060
Overview of The Fairfax

The Fairfax is a 96-bed nursing home in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, right off Belvoir Woods Pkwy. It runs at 72% occupancy, 69 beds filled out of 96, and the average resident sticks around for about 55 days. That tells you this isn’t a place built only for long-haul stays. A lot of people come through for shorter, recovery-focused care.

You can pay your way in through Medicare or private pay, both options on the table here. That combination usually points to the kind of place someone lands after a hospital stay rather than a permanent move.

RN time clocks in at 30 minutes a day, which is on the lighter side, but LPN time is heavy at 2 hours and 13 minutes, and nurse aides add another 2 hours and 31 minutes. Add it up and residents get 4 hours and 38 minutes of total nursing care daily. That’s a staffing model leaning hard on LPNs and aides for hands-on, day-to-day care.

State inspectors tend to circle back to the same four areas here: emergency preparedness, staffing and credentials, hazardous-materials safety, and how well care planning gets documented. Those are standard categories any nursing home gets evaluated on, nothing facility-specific, just where the regulatory attention typically lands.

One more thing worth knowing if you’re planning visits: this is a car-dependent stretch of Fort Belvoir, Walk Score of 2. You’re driving here, full stop, no walking errands on the side.

Taken together, The Fairfax reads as a facility built around shorter recovery stays, with a staffing structure that puts most of the daily hands-on care in the hands of LPNs and aides rather than RNs.

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Overview of Bentley Commons at Lynchburg

Nestled in the heart of Lynchburg, Virginia, Bentley Commons at Lynchburg is a beacon of luxury in senior living. Offering a spectrum of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and respite care, this community embraces a warm and caring environment, catering to seniors needing assistance with daily living tasks. Uniquely designed to meet the diverse needs and lifestyles of its senior residents, Bentley Commons at Lynchburg embodies the essence of residential senior living. Independence, social interaction, and leisure activities flourish within the community, all delivered with an unwavering commitment to exceptional care and service.

Enriching lives in this vibrant community extends beyond the exquisite surroundings. Situated in a thoughtfully designed neighborhood, Bentley Commons at Lynchburg offers an optimal lifestyle for its residents. The hospitable team, marked by diligence, compassion, and care, ensures that residents thrive in an environment boasting beautiful suites, luxurious common areas, and impeccably manicured grounds. Bentley Commons at Lynchburg opens the door to quality care, social events, and the camaraderie of friendly neighbors. Conveniently located off Graves Mill Road, with quick access to shopping and services, this community operates daily from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, inviting residents to experience the epitome of senior living in Lynchburg.

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Overview of The Hidenwood

Nestled amidst Newport News, Virginia’s scenic woods, and beautiful trees, The Hidenwood is a premier senior living community offering a blend of Independent Living, Assisted Living, and specialized Memory Care. The Hidenwood is more than just a residence; it’s a haven for lasting friendships, helpful neighbors, and family roots spanning decades. Residents experience exceptional hospitality, award-winning programs, and delightful cuisine prepared by an on-site chef. The spacious apartments, dedicated staff, and welcoming community make The Hidenwood Retirement Community a choice for those seeking a safe and comfortable environment, promising a true sense of home.

Within The Hidenwood, Inspiritás, their dedicated Memory Care facility, embraces residents facing cognitive challenges with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The Inspiritás program celebrates life in a secure environment that prevents wandering, featuring life havens, interactive art, and serene private gardens. Committed to compassionate senior care in Newport News, Inspiritás addresses emotional, social, physical, spiritual, and cognitive needs. Prioritizing smiles, personalized attention, and encouragement ensures residents and their families find peace of mind in a nurturing environment.

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Overview of Harmony at Oakbrooke

As its name suggests, Harmony at Oakbrooke ensures the community’s serene and harmonious environment. The name also suggests that senior living is supposed to be calming and balanced– a freeing lifestyle with the necessary support. The elegant community is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community with personal care. Residents of the community wholly receive a strong sense of freedom with no shame of being able to receive additional assistance, mainly because Harmony at Oakbrooke is a home that can let their chosen lifestyle for their needs.

Harmony offers an elevated lifestyle because of their marvelous level of care and complete attention to the needs of their residents, as well as residents’ ability to practice a stress-free and well-balanced lifestyle. Their amenities and services include laundry, transportation, healthy and savory chef-prepared meals, memory retention, and fitness activities. Its memory care services strive to assist seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia with programs focused on mental stimulation.

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Weighting overview

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