Best Memory Care in Reston, VA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 6 memory care providers in Reston, 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. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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 Boulevard Post Acute
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Fairfax
-No
36
Facility 36
VA AVG 46
Rank #177 / 301
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Kensington Reston Owner LLC
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Reston
105
Facility 105
VA AVG 102
Rank #98 / 276
Yes
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 46
Rank #194 / 301
-Llena Sta.ana
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #58 / 222
1
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #45 / 255
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 32
Rank #76 / 208
16.0
Facility 16.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #46 / 208
Sunrise at Reston Town Center
MC
AL
HOS
Reston (Hunter Mill District)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 102
Rank #93 / 276
Yes
84
Facility 84
VA AVG 46
Rank #27 / 301
Studio / 1 BedKanetha Breaux
71.0%
Facility 71.0%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #151 / 222
1
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #176 / 255
26
Facility 26
VA AVG 32
Rank #98 / 208
26.0
Facility 26.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #73 / 208
Hunters Woods at Trails Edge
MC
AL
IL
Reston (Hunter Mill District)
124
Facility 124
VA AVG 102
Rank #68 / 276
No
56
Facility 56
VA AVG 46
Rank #105 / 301
StudioMs. Carla Shipley
86.3%
Facility 86.3%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #45 / 222
16
69%
Facility 69%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #160 / 255
32
Facility 32
VA AVG 32
Rank #131 / 208
2.0
Facility 2.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #87 / 208
Tall Oaks Assisted Living
MC
AL
RC
Reston (Hunter Mill District)
165
Facility 165
VA AVG 102
Rank #28 / 276
Yes
29
Facility 29
VA AVG 46
Rank #217 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMavis Adu
69.1%
Facility 69.1%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #128 / 222
1
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #114 / 255
25
Facility 25
VA AVG 32
Rank #105 / 208
25.0
Facility 25.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #53 / 208
Kensington Reston Owner LLC
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Reston
105
Facility 105
VA AVG 102
Rank #98 / 276
Yes
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 46
Rank #194 / 301
-Llena Sta.ana-16
38%
Facility 38%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #45 / 255
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other VA memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 6 analyzed for Reston. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Sunrise at Reston Town Center

Find what you are looking for with the distinguished senior living community of Sunrise at Reston Town Center in Fountain Drive, Reston, VA, that offers assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. With purposely built and naturally lit accommodations, residents have the freedom to choose the one that best matches their preferences. Residents lead a meaningful life with a reliable and highly trained team attending to their special needs 24/7.

Share experiences with other residents and participate in wellness programs for an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Here, residents do not have to let go of their cravings with delicious and healthy meals served according to their tastes. Enjoy convenience and comfort like no other with the community’s comprehensive care and proximity to local amenities.

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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 Kensington Reston Owner

Kensington Reston Owner offers nursing home, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Reston, VA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, while nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time because moving to another level does not require leaving the community.

Opened in 2021, the community has 105 beds. Llena Sta.Ana serves as the administrator. A salon and spa provide personal grooming services within the community, and pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet with them.

Respite care supports a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while short-term rehabilitation provides temporary care during recovery. The area has a Walk Score of 33, a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for errands.

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Overview of Tall Oaks Assisted Living

Tall Oaks Assisted Living presents a vibrant community with a nice blend of active living and serene surroundings. Their apartments come in various styles, and the community amenities are designed to enhance residents’ experiences. For years, they have been providing exceptional assisted living, memory care, and respite care services in Reston, Virginia, making seniors feel genuinely at home.

Residents enjoy maintenance-free living in apartment homes with spacious closets and convenient features like individual climate controls and wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The community provides seamless connectivity with Wi-Fi availability and offers the added benefit of proximity to Reston Hospital and Reston Town Center, reflecting the unparalleled convenience that seniors experience in this welcoming community.

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Overview of Kensington Reston Owner
Kensington Reston Owner is a senior living community located in Reston, Virginia. It offers a range of services including assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation services. The community is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to its residents.

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Overview of The Boulevard Post Acute

The Boulevard Post Acute is a top-rated nursing home in Fairfax, VA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Here, older adults can feel at home, accompanied by its nurturing and welcoming environment. Residents also have a maintenance-free living, with 24-hour care, gourmet dining, and household services. Focusing on residents’ recovery and wellness, individualized care plans are provided for their unique needs and habits.

Seasonal events, day outings, and recreational activities help residents have fun and make friends. A lively lobby area, a coffee shop, and a bistro are also available for residents’ leisure. With its ideal location near Mantua Park and public transportation, along Arlington Boulevard, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. Dedicated to older adults’ well-being, this nursing home is one of the leading options for senior living in Virginia.

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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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Memory Care in Reston at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Reston, 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: 121The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Reston, VA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Reston, VA

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

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

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

Memory care in Reston, 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 Reston, VA?

Memory care communities in Reston, 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 6 memory care communities in Reston, VA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.