Page 10 of Best Memory Care in Virginia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 311 memory care providers in 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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. 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.
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 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.
Signature Healthcare of Norfolk
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Norfolk (Ghent)
169
Facility 169
VA AVG 102
Rank #24 / 276
No
88
Facility 88
VA AVG 46
Rank #17 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed-
92.3%
Facility 92.3%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #22 / 222
-3
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #237 / 255
40
Facility 40
VA AVG 32
Rank #149 / 208
13.3
Facility 13.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #207 / 208
The Oaks
MC
AL
Salem
80
Facility 80
VA AVG 102
Rank #176 / 276
No
80
Facility 80
VA AVG 46
Rank #32 / 301
-Deborah Conway
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #87 / 222
-1
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #1 / 255
1
Facility 1
VA AVG 32
Rank #1 / 208
1.0
Facility 1.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 208
Brookdale Virginia Beach
MC
Virginia Beach (Northwest)
60
Facility 60
VA AVG 102
Rank #226 / 276
Yes
47
Facility 47
VA AVG 46
Rank #138 / 301
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsLeslie Rowe
51.7%
Facility 51.7%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #185 / 222
A+1
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #226 / 255
49
Facility 49
VA AVG 32
Rank #195 / 208
49.0
Facility 49.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #163 / 208
The Waterford at Virginia Beach
MC
AL
RC
Virginia Beach (Northwest)
138
Facility 138
VA AVG 102
Rank #50 / 276
No
66
Facility 66
VA AVG 46
Rank #57 / 301
-Grace Sanvik
75.4%
Facility 75.4%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #92 / 222
A+22
77%
Facility 77%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #188 / 255
63
Facility 63
VA AVG 32
Rank #179 / 208
2.9
Facility 2.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #135 / 208
Vinson Hall
MC
AL
HC
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Mc Lean
300
Facility 300
VA AVG 102
Rank #3 / 276
No
93
Facility 93
VA AVG 46
Rank #7 / 301
-Mr. Ken Connelly
58.7%
Facility 58.7%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #164 / 222
-1
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #196 / 255
10
Facility 10
VA AVG 32
Rank #64 / 208
10.0
Facility 10.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #109 / 208
Sunrise at Mount Vernon
MC
AL
HOS
Alexandria
112
Facility 112
VA AVG 102
Rank #86 / 276
Yes
57
Facility 57
VA AVG 46
Rank #98 / 301
Studio / 2 BedAshley Custer
73.2%
Facility 73.2%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #104 / 222
-1
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #213 / 255
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 32
Rank #128 / 208
33.0
Facility 33.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #101 / 208
Elancé at Tuckahoe
MC
AL
IL
Henrico (Tuckahoe)
175
Facility 175
VA AVG 102
Rank #19 / 276
Yes
22
Facility 22
VA AVG 46
Rank #244 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSabrina Richmond
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #165 / 222
-1
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #143 / 255
19
Facility 19
VA AVG 32
Rank #92 / 208
19.0
Facility 19.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #140 / 208
The Pearl at Watkins Centre
MC
RC
Midlothian
50
Facility 50
VA AVG 102
Rank #245 / 276
Yes
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 46
Rank #194 / 301
Studio / CompanionAshley Beckley
88.0%
Facility 88.0%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #62 / 222
-1
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #114 / 255
26
Facility 26
VA AVG 32
Rank #105 / 208
26.0
Facility 26.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #38 / 208
Legacy Ridge Memory Care
MC
AL
IL
RESC
RC
Gainesville
72
Facility 72
VA AVG 102
Rank #199 / 276
No
24
Facility 24
VA AVG 46
Rank #240 / 301
StudioKathryn Barnes
81.9%
Facility 81.9%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #63 / 222
-11
55%
Facility 55%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #98 / 255
22
Facility 22
VA AVG 32
Rank #105 / 208
2.0
Facility 2.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #87 / 208
Manorhouse Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
IL
RC
Richmond
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 102
Rank #111 / 276
No
59
Facility 59
VA AVG 46
Rank #86 / 301
-Luann Paul
86.0%
Facility 86.0%
VA AVG 70%
Rank #149 / 222
-1
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #66 / 255
17
Facility 17
VA AVG 32
Rank #90 / 208
17.0
Facility 17.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #46 / 208

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 311 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Ashleigh at Lansdowne Independent & Assisted Living Community

Ashleigh at Lansdowne Independent & Assisted Living Community in Leesburg, VA, offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available on one campus, so the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Residents can spend time in the game room, salon, courtyards, RUI FIT Gym, outdoor dining areas, and scenic walking trails, with places for recreation, personal care, exercise, meals, and outdoor activity. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving in, and the area’s Walk Score of 84 means most errands can be done on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to still get out independently; Ms. Angela Whitlock serves as the administrator.

Contact Ashleigh at Lansdowne Independent & Assisted Living Community

Overview of Signature Healthcare of Norfolk

Signature Healthcare of Norfolk, recognized as a reliable skilled nursing home, serves as a trusted haven for individuals in need of rehabilitation services, clinical care, and engaging nursing home activities during their golden years. This vibrant community maintains a welcoming culture, dedicated to delivering exceptional post-acute and skilled nursing care to seniors. It also takes pride in offering volunteer programs that contribute to a sense of community engagement.

In addition to its comprehensive services, the facility houses amenities like a computer station within the beauty shop. Further enhancing residents’ well-being, on-site podiatry, dental, and optometry services are readily available. Notably, the staff includes Spanish and Russian speakers, ensuring effective communication for residents who speak these languages. With a host of additional offerings, Signature Healthcare of Norfolk is committed to providing a supportive and enriching environment for its residents.

Contact Signature Healthcare of Norfolk

The Oaks

3706 Knollridge Road, Salem, VA 24153
Overview of The Oaks

The Oaks is an assisted living community managed by administrator Deborah Conway in Salem, Virginia. With 80 licensed beds, the community currently operates at an occupancy rate of approximately 76%, which is roughly in line with the Virginia statewide average.

Across four total inspections, including the initial licensing in September 2023 and subsequent renewals in December 2023, February 2024, and February 2025, zero violations were cited during any visit. Additionally, no complaint investigations have been conducted, and no deficiencies appear anywhere in the official inspection record. This unbroken compliance history across every regulatory visit since opening signifies an uncommon yet meaningful signal of operational consistency.

The Oaks is a good option for older adults seeking assisted living in Salem who value a proven compliance record, a moderately sized community, and current room availability. With zero deficiencies identified in every inspection to date, including multiple renewals, this community is favorably relative to most assisted living providers in Virginia.

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Brookdale Virginia Beach

937 Diamond Springs Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Overview of Brookdale Virginia Beach

Located in the harmonious community of Diamond Springs Road, Virginia Beach, VA, Brookdale Virginia Beach is an extraordinary senior living community focusing on memory care. The community features a variety of private and semi-private accommodations. Enjoy life without the need for housekeeping and maintenance as a team of friendly, reliable, and compassionate professionals lends extra hands to ensure seniors pursue their interests.

With its signature memory care programs including Clare Bridge and Solace, the community strives to provide the utmost attention its residents need to help them thrive with whatever they want to achieve and maximize their full potential. Chat with friends and delight with healthy and tasty meals served to satisfy not only their stomach but also their dietary needs. Brookdale Virginia Beach is a haven for leisure and convenience with fabulous amenities provided including a clinic, an arts and crafts studio, a game room, a cafe, parking spaces, and concierge services.

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The Waterford at Virginia Beach

5417 Wesleyan Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Overview of The Waterford at Virginia Beach

An assisted living community on Wesleyan Drive in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is The Waterford at Virginia Beach. It houses 138 residents across its buildings, currently at about three-quarters occupancy.

The neighborhood scores 66 for walkability. This means some errands and amenities are walkable while most trips involve a quick drive. The home welcomes assisted living occupants and operates at a moderate occupancy level, signaling availability for new admissions.

The facility’s regulatory oversight has centered on medication administration, care documentation, and the completeness of individualized service plans. Such areas still receive attention from state inspectors and investigators, with recent findings pointing to active attention to proper procedures and recordkeeping in these domains. It’s encouraged for prospective residents and families to ask the facility about how it ensures accurate medication handling and upholds thorough documentation for each occupant’s care plan.

For families considering The Waterford at Virginia Beach, an on-site tour will provide a clear sense of the facility, the surrounding neighborhood, and residents’ daily life.,

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Vinson Hall

6251 Old Dominion Dr, Mc Lean, VA 22101
Overview of Vinson Hall

Vinson Hall offers independent living, assisted living, home care, memory care, nursing home care, respite care, and skilled nursing in McLean, VA. As a Life Plan Community, it provides multiple care levels, so a resident whose needs grow can move between them without leaving the community or starting over socially.

Respite care is a short stay. Vinson Hall may be a good fit for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, and medication management while a resident keeps an apartment.

Home care provides support in a resident’s living setting. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home care and skilled nursing provide residential care with licensed nursing on site around the clock.

Vinson Hall has 300 beds, giving residents access to a larger community with more staff and more programming. Rehabilitation services and short term rehab offer a temporary setting for therapy during recovery rather than an ongoing residential placement. Opened in 1969, Vinson Hall is administered by Mr. Ken Connelly.

A Walk Score of 93 / 100 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Legacy Ridge Memory Care

16001 Loves Ml Ln, Gainesville, VA 20155
Overview of Legacy Ridge Memory Care

Legacy Ridge Memory Care is a premier assisted living community located in Gainesville, Virginia. They present a purposeful and all-encompassing approach to memory care, ensuring the highest level of care for senior residents. With state-of-the-art accommodations, thoughtfully designed programming, and a warm, inviting atmosphere, every detail has been meticulously considered.

Legacy Ridge offers safe and secure courtyards, a rejuvenating Spa, a fitness center, a salon, and well-appointed activity rooms, offering residents a variety of engaging experiences. Their restaurant-style dining further elevates the senior living experience, where healthy living and healthy aging blend seamlessly.

 

License #AL1104880

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Overview of Sunrise at Mount Vernon

Located at 3520 Duke Street in Alexandria, Virginia, Sunrise at Mount Vernon is a senior living community situated in a historic location with Northern Virginia and the DC Metro Area at its fingertips. The community offers engaging programs so residents can pursue their passions, providing spaces they love calling home. The suites, common areas, and activity rooms are designed specifically for older adults, with warmth, comfort, and safety features built-in.

Sunrise at Mount Vernon is focused on meeting residents’ needs. The compassionate team, including designated care managers and caregivers, develops an individualized plan for each resident, consulting with them and those who know them best. The goal is to balance independence with comprehensive support and services. Once part of the community, residents can relax and socialize on the spacious outdoor porch and balcony, and even become fast friends with the resident pup, Cooper.

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Overview of The Pearl at Watkins Centre

Nestled in the peaceful neighborhood of Watkins Centre Parkway Midlothian, VA, The Pearl at Watkins Centre is an extraordinary senior living community that offers memory care, and respite care services. Residents can choose from among luxurious and spacious accommodations with several floor plans based on their personal preferences. With its trained and compassionate team, the community offers its notable memory care service named the Signature Memory Care Neighborhood for its residents with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. As for respite care services, it provides a 60-day short-term stay.

The community is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and all-inclusive environment wherein residents can enjoy a wide range of amenities and services, including a full-service salon, an arts and crafts studio, a bistro, activity rooms, a main and private dining room, individualized care plans, personal laundry and linen service, daily housekeeping, daily wellness checks, medication management, etc. With The Pearl at Watkins Centre, seniors can receive the utmost care and support.

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Overview of Elancé at Tuckahoe

Enjoy the well-lit and airy spaces of Elance at Tuckahoe, a one-of-a-kind senior living community residing in the tranquil grounds of North Parham Road, Henrico, VA, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring beautifully designed and spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, seniors experience unmatched comfort and security. The community boasts a competent and qualified team providing top-tier care and assistance for seniors to flourish and learn something new.

Seek new purpose and reignite passions through exclusive programs and engaging activities orchestrated for leisure and wellness. Have the finest dining experience within the community with its well-thought-of menus catering to dietary needs and tastes. Live your golden years doing what you love within the stunning spaces and vibrant environment of Elance at Tuckahoe.

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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 Virginia at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 46/ 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: 102The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Virginia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Virginia

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 311 memory care communities in Virginia. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.