Best Memory Care in Great Falls, VA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 memory care providers in Great Falls, VA using VA Depts. of Social Services & Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Sunrise of Hunter Mill
MC
AL
HOS
Oakton
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 102
Rank #111 / 276
B-Yes
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 46
Rank #47 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedIsha Subedi
72.0%
Facility 72.0%
VA AVG 71.9%
Rank #120 / 213
A-11
82%
Facility 82%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #65 / 255
22
Facility 22
VA AVG 32
Rank #84 / 206
2.0
Facility 2.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #113 / 206
Sunrise of Fairfax
MC
AL
RC
Fairfax (Boulevard Estates)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 102
Rank #93 / 276
B+Yes
61
Facility 61
VA AVG 46
Rank #79 / 301
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedJordan Kay
72.9%
Facility 72.9%
VA AVG 71.9%
Rank #117 / 213
A-18
61%
Facility 61%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #65 / 255
28
Facility 28
VA AVG 32
Rank #98 / 206
1.6
Facility 1.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #126 / 206
The Kensington Falls Church
MC
AL
Falls Church
131
Facility 131
VA AVG 102
Rank #55 / 276
B+Yes
87
Facility 87
VA AVG 46
Rank #22 / 301
Suite / 1 BedAmy Feather
83.2%
Facility 83.2%
VA AVG 71.9%
Rank #62 / 213
-11
64%
Facility 64%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #65 / 255
13
Facility 13
VA AVG 32
Rank #50 / 206
1.2
Facility 1.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #78 / 206
Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
Great Falls (Colvin Run Village)
94
Facility 94
VA AVG 102
Rank #135 / 276
A-Yes
40
Facility 40
VA AVG 46
Rank #169 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Cindy Menker
77.7%
Facility 77.7%
VA AVG 71.9%
Rank #88 / 213
-16
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #30 / 255
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 32
Rank #98 / 206
0.5
Facility 0.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #8 / 206
Arden Courts – ProMedica Memory Care Community (Fair Oaks)
MC
AL
IL
RC
Fairfax
56
Facility 56
VA AVG 102
Rank #239 / 276
C+No
44
Facility 44
VA AVG 46
Rank #151 / 301
Private RoomsJoel Bednoski
78.6%
Facility 78.6%
VA AVG 71.9%
Rank #83 / 213
-6
67%
Facility 67%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #65 / 255
18
Facility 18
VA AVG 32
Rank #71 / 206
3.0
Facility 3.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #102 / 206
The Virginian
MC
AL
IL
Fairfax
170
Facility 170
VA AVG 102
Rank #21 / 276
CYes
37
Facility 37
VA AVG 46
Rank #176 / 301
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsAvanel Jarka
58.8%
Facility 58.8%
VA AVG 71.9%
Rank #165 / 213
-20
70%
Facility 70%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #65 / 255
55
Facility 55
VA AVG 32
Rank #197 / 206
2.8
Facility 2.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #101 / 206
The Residence at Colvin Run
MC
AL
RC
Great Falls (Colvin Run Village)
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 102
Rank #204 / 276
A-Yes
35
Facility 35
VA AVG 46
Rank #181 / 301
Studio. / 1 Bed / 2 BedSeth Wirekoh
88.6%
Facility 88.6%
VA AVG 71.9%
Rank #41 / 213
-10
40%
Facility 40%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #65 / 255
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 32
Rank #67 / 206
1.6
Facility 1.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #98 / 206
Sunrise at Fair Oaks
MC
AL
RC
Fairfax (Boulevard Estates)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 102
Rank #93 / 276
B+Yes
49
Facility 49
VA AVG 46
Rank #128 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedJordan Kay-A-18
61%
Facility 61%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #36 / 255
281.6
The Providence Fairfax
MC
AL
Fairfax
175
Facility 175
VA AVG 102
Rank #19 / 276
B-Yes
38
Facility 38
VA AVG 46
Rank #174 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMichael Dorazio
69.7%
Facility 69.7%
VA AVG 71.9%
Rank #132 / 213
-31
65%
Facility 65%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #65 / 255
66
Facility 66
VA AVG 32
Rank #181 / 206
2.1
Facility 2.1
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #197 / 206
The Gardens at Fair Oaks
MC
ADC
AL
RC
Fairfax
125
Facility 125
VA AVG 102
Rank #64 / 276
A-Yes
67
Facility 67
VA AVG 46
Rank #56 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedHelaine Walsh--9
11%
Facility 11%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #5 / 255
20.2

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Overview of Sunrise of Hunter Mill

Offering assisted living, memory care, and hospice care, Sunrise of Hunter Mill is a senior living community in Oakton, Virginia, near Great Falls. The community is housed in a three-story building with 100 beds. It has been serving residents for 45 years, reflecting a long-established presence in the area. Isha Subedi serves as the community’s administrator.

Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. The community currently has an occupancy rate of 71%. Its Oakton location has a Walk Score of 70 out of 100, so many everyday errands can be completed on foot.

Daily life includes weekly housekeeping and laundry, daily meals, and a schedule of organized outings and activities. The memory care program includes specialized staff training for residents living with cognitive conditions. The community also offers short-term respite stays alongside hospice care for residents who need end-of-life support. Residents have access to transportation services and fitness and recreation programs.

State inspection reviews have focused on documentation and operational practices, including medication management, healthcare oversight records, and emergency preparedness documentation. More recent inspections show these areas were addressed and cleared. Families touring Sunrise of Hunter Mill can ask how medication management is handled daily because it has been a recurring topic during state inspections.

Sunrise of Hunter Mill offers a long-established senior living community in a walkable part of Oakton, with assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and respite services available to support residents with changing care needs.

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Overview of Sunrise of Fairfax

Sunrise of Fairfax offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Fairfax, Virginia. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while residents maintain a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, while respite care gives a family a short-term option when the usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The home has 107 beds and offers studios, suites, one-bedroom units, and two-bedroom units. Residents can choose a single private space or a larger living arrangement, and pets are allowed to live with them. Jordan Kay serves as the administrator.

The area has a Walk Score of 61, making it somewhat walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands independently without a car.

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Overview of The Kensington Falls Church

The Kensington Falls Church offers assisted living and memory care in Falls Church, VA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while a resident keeps a private living space, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time. The community has 131 beds, with housing options that include a suite or a residence with one bedroom, and pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet with them.

A Walk Score of 87 places the area in the very walkable band, where most errands can be done on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently. Amy Feather serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care

Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care provides assisted living and memory care in Great Falls, VA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who needs a secured, supervised setting. Both care levels are available in the Colvin Run Village neighborhood, so a resident whose needs grow can move to a different level of care without leaving the community.

Housing options include studios, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences; a studio provides a single private living space, while a two-bedroom can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The community has 94 beds and is 78% occupied, so it is not currently at full occupancy. A Walk Score of 40 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride, and a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for most errands. Brightview Great Falls Assisted Living & Memory Care allows pets, and Ms. Cindy Menker serves as the administrator.

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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.

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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.

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Overview of The Residence at Colvin Run

The Residence at Colvin Run undoubtedly provides the highest care for memory care and assisted living options. 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 upscale senior living community prides itself on being a renowned home in Norwood.

The lifestyle at The Residences is an easy and worry-free community; through the community’s extensive services, residents can live a fulfilling everyday life. Some all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs.

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Overview of Sunrise at Fair Oaks

Serving older adults in the Boulevard Estates neighborhood of Fairfax, Virginia, Sunrise at Fair Oaks is a senior living community offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The three-story community has been serving residents for 45 years. It has 107 beds with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. Jordan Kay serves as the community’s administrator.

Residents have access to transportation services, on-site fitness and recreation programs, weekly housekeeping, and laundry services. Daily meals and a calendar of outings and activities are part of everyday life. The community also offers specialized programs alongside its respite care services for families who need short-term support. Pets are welcome, which can make the transition easier for residents who want to keep a companion animal.

The community is about 2 miles from Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, providing residents and families with convenient access to nearby hospital care if needed. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 49, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car.

Families comparing memory care with assisted living should ask how the two programs are organized within the same community and what services are available through each level of care.

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Overview of The Providence Fairfax

Providing assisted living and memory care, The Providence Fairfax is a senior living community in Fairfax, Virginia, a few minutes from Great Falls. The mid-rise community has 175 beds. It offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. Its current occupancy rate is 73%. Ray Dennison serves as the community’s administrator.

Residents receive individualized care plans based on their needs. The memory care program includes structured therapy activities for those living with cognitive changes. Daily life is supported by life-enrichment programs and recreational activities that can help residents stay active, engaged, and socially connected.

Dining is restaurant-inspired, with room service available for residents who prefer to dine in their own apartments. The community also features an on-site salon and spa, providing a convenient way for residents to maintain their personal care routines without leaving the building. Transportation services and fitness and recreation programs are offered here. Pets are welcome, which can make the transition easier for residents who want to keep a companion animal.

State inspections have most often focused on medication administration accuracy, timely reporting of incidents and complaints, staff training and certification, care plan documentation, and emergency response practices. Families touring The Providence Fairfax should ask how these areas are managed daily.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 38, which is moderately car-dependent. A few nearby services can be reached on foot, while most errands and outings require a car.

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Overview of The Gardens at Fair Oaks

The Gardens at Fair Oaks is an assisted living community in Fairfax, Virginia, offering personal care, memory care, adult day care, and respite care services. Operating for more than 25 years under the leadership of administrator Helaine Walsh, this 125-bed community has a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom accommodations within a two-story building.

Residents receive support through medication management, routine health monitoring, and scheduled transportation services. A calendar of classes and outings provides opportunities for engagement, while a dedicated memory care program delivers specialized assistance for older adults experiencing cognitive changes. Respite care is also available for individuals needing temporary support.

Additionally, the adult day care program operates daily from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, providing daytime care for older adults while allowing families to remain actively involved. On-site physical therapy services also add convenience by reducing the need to travel for rehabilitation appointments.

A dining room with a bistro, multiple living areas, a hair salon, and a game room are available, along with outdoor spaces such as gardens, a patio, and an enclosed walking area with a gazebo. Pets are also welcome. The surrounding neighborhood has a walkability score of 67, allowing some errands and outings to be reached on foot.

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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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Memory Care in Great Falls at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 50/ 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: 114The 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 Memory Care in Great Falls, VA

What is the average cost of memory care in Great Falls, VA?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Great Falls, VA is approximately $6,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Great Falls, VA?

Memory care in Great Falls, VA typically ranges from $4,500–$7,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Great Falls, VA?

Memory care communities in Great Falls, VA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Virginia?

Assisted living in Virginia supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Virginia Medicaid cover memory care?

Virginia Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Virginia) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 11 memory care communities in Great Falls, VA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.