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Best Memory Care in Virginia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 283 memory care communities in Virginia using Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in VA
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Jun 2026
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283 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: 95The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Virginia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.

Hickory Hill Retirement Community
MC
AL
IL
Burkeville
80
Facility 80
VA AVG 95
Rank #214 / 371
No
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 44
Rank #438 / 449
1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Laura D. Glasscock
91.3%
Facility 91.3%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #34 / 297
-17
41.2%
Facility 41.2%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #104 / 332
26
Facility 26
VA AVG 32
Rank #214 / 332
1.5
Facility 1.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #166 / 332
Our Lady of the Valley
MC
AL
NC
NH
RC
Roanoke (Gainsboro)
127
Facility 127
VA AVG 95
Rank #78 / 371
No
68
Facility 68
VA AVG 44
Rank #74 / 449
Studio / 1 BedMeagan Seale
87.4%
Facility 87.4%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #59 / 297
A+20
55%
Facility 55%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #161 / 332
58
Facility 58
VA AVG 32
Rank #291 / 332
2.9
Facility 2.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #259 / 332
Sunrise of Hunter Mill
MC
AL
HC
Oakton
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 95
Rank #141 / 371
Yes
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 44
Rank #65 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Isha Subedi
71.0%
Facility 71.0%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #159 / 297
A-9
88.9%
Facility 88.9%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #302 / 332
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 32
Rank #173 / 332
1.8
Facility 1.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #190 / 332
Sunrise of Fairfax
MC
AL
RC
Fairfax (Boulevard Estates)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 95
Rank #122 / 371
Yes
61
Facility 61
VA AVG 44
Rank #105 / 449
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Jordan Kay
67.3%
Facility 67.3%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #187 / 297
A-16
56.3%
Facility 56.3%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #166 / 332
23
Facility 23
VA AVG 32
Rank #206 / 332
1.4
Facility 1.4
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #158 / 332
Sunrise at Reston Town Center
MC
AL
HC
Reston (Hunter Mill District)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 95
Rank #122 / 371
Yes
84
Facility 84
VA AVG 44
Rank #36 / 449
Studio / 1 BedMs. Kanetha Breaux
62.6%
Facility 62.6%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #205 / 297
A-12
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #219 / 332
20
Facility 20
VA AVG 32
Rank #192 / 332
1.7
Facility 1.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #179 / 332
Sunrise of Alexandria
MC
AL
HC
Alexandria (Seminary Hill)
110
Facility 110
VA AVG 95
Rank #111 / 371
Yes
62
Facility 62
VA AVG 44
Rank #98 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedArin Burrell-Duru
65.5%
Facility 65.5%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #195 / 297
A-8
25%
Facility 25%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #47 / 332
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 32
Rank #95 / 332
0.5
Facility 0.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #90 / 332
Sunrise at Fair Oaks
MC
AL
RC
Fairfax (Boulevard Estates)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 95
Rank #122 / 371
Yes
49
Facility 49
VA AVG 44
Rank #180 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Jordan Kay-A-16
56.3%
Facility 56.3%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #166 / 332
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 32
Rank #1 / 332
0.0
Facility 0.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 332
Sunrise of Springfield
MC
AL
HC
Springfield
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 95
Rank #141 / 371
Yes
75
Facility 75
VA AVG 44
Rank #57 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Anne Mccray
84.0%
Facility 84.0%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #77 / 297
A-6
16.7%
Facility 16.7%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #30 / 332
1
Facility 1
VA AVG 32
Rank #77 / 332
0.2
Facility 0.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #77 / 332
English Meadows
MC
AL
Blacksburg (Farmview - Ramble)
110
Facility 110
VA AVG 95
Rank #111 / 371
No
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 44
Rank #374 / 449
Private RoomsPaul Englehart
80.9%
Facility 80.9%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #101 / 297
A+45
46.7%
Facility 46.7%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #120 / 332
72
Facility 72
VA AVG 32
Rank #306 / 332
1.6
Facility 1.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #173 / 332
Sunrise of Arlington
MC
AL
Arlington (Glebewood)
60
Facility 60
VA AVG 95
Rank #273 / 371
Yes
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 44
Rank #65 / 449
Studio / Suite / 2 BedMiss Rachel Jensen
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #106 / 297
A-9
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #219 / 332
18
Facility 18
VA AVG 32
Rank #186 / 332
2.0
Facility 2.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #204 / 332
Benchmark at Alexandria
MC
AL
RC
Alexandria (Alexandria West)
134
Facility 134
VA AVG 95
Rank #64 / 371
No
81
Facility 81
VA AVG 44
Rank #44 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedCarol L. Tarlowoh
47.8%
Facility 47.8%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #259 / 297
C8
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #295 / 332
19
Facility 19
VA AVG 32
Rank #190 / 332
2.4
Facility 2.4
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #235 / 332
Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay
MC
AL
IL
NH
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
120
Facility 120
VA AVG 95
Rank #89 / 371
Yes
47
Facility 47
VA AVG 44
Rank #193 / 449
1 BedMs. Julia Fretwell
57.5%
Facility 57.5%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #223 / 297
A+9
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #266 / 332
25
Facility 25
VA AVG 32
Rank #211 / 332
2.8
Facility 2.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #256 / 332
Brookdale Midlothian
MC
AL
Midlothian
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 95
Rank #141 / 371
No
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 44
Rank #412 / 449
SuitePatrick Hines-A+10
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #124 / 332
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 32
Rank #1 / 332
0.0
Facility 0.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #1 / 332
Brookdale Harrisonburg
MC
AL
Harrisonburg (Deyerle Avenue)
114
Facility 114
VA AVG 95
Rank #105 / 371
No
62
Facility 62
VA AVG 44
Rank #98 / 449
Studio / SuiteMs. Jennifer Mcnamara
43.0%
Facility 43.0%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #278 / 297
A+10
70%
Facility 70%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #243 / 332
22
Facility 22
VA AVG 32
Rank #202 / 332
2.2
Facility 2.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #221 / 332
Dunlop House Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
RC
Colonial Heights (Dunlop Farms)
134
Facility 134
VA AVG 95
Rank #64 / 371
Yes
34
Facility 34
VA AVG 44
Rank #271 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedChristopher Seyler
88.8%
Facility 88.8%
VA AVG 70.8%
Rank #46 / 297
A+12
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #124 / 332
20
Facility 20
VA AVG 32
Rank #192 / 332
1.7
Facility 1.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #179 / 332
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Overview of Seaton Chesterfield

Situated in Richmond, Virginia, Seaton Chesterfield stands out as a distinguished senior living community, offering an array of amenities designed to enhance recreation, personal enrichment, socialization, and health and wellness. Providing both assisted living and memory care options, Seaton Chesterfield ensures 24/7 access to trained healthcare personnel, tailoring care to each resident’s unique preferences.

Seaton Chesterfield is the preferred choice for seniors living in Richmond, Virginia—a beloved haven embraced by all who make it their home. With a diverse schedule of activities and events, each day at Seaton Chesterfield is filled with fun, engagement, and entertainment. The community also offers on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy services, empowering residents to reach their personal health goals. Embraced by Richmond’s eclectic culture and cobblestone streets, the community strategically situates itself within 10 miles of historical sites and modern conveniences.

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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor

Community Senior Living at Cedar Manor is a vibrant community in Chesapeake that provides seniors with a fulfilling and engaging lifestyle, promotes good health and well-being, and offers a sense of safety and belonging. They can give top-notch housing, personalized care, and comprehensive services tailored to the needs and desires of residents and their families. With caregivers available 24/7, assistance is always just a call away. Whether it’s help with daily tasks or simply providing companionship, they are committed to providing their residents the utmost care and support.

The independent living, assisted living, and memory care home has signature programs that enhance the quality of life for residents. These programs include Sweet Memories for residents with memory impairment, Farm to Table for locally sourced and healthy meals, Brain Health University for cognitive stimulation, Live Well for physical and emotional wellness, Artisans in Residence for local artist engagement, and Legacy Stories for preserving life stories. These programs showcase Commonwealth Senior Living’s dedication to providing enjoyable and valuable experiences for residents.

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Overview of Karolwood Gardens Portsmouth

Ensuring comfort and worry-free living, Karolwood Gardens in Portsmouth ensures a fun-filled and nurturing lifestyle. The elegant home ensures that residents don’t have to worry about living alone by encouraging them to engage with others and enrich their knowledge and expand their vibrant social life. Karolwood Gardens allows its residents cultivate a habit where daily living is done with purpose, vitality, and connection.

Residents immerse in active senior engagement found in enriching activities, healthy and nutritious dining, social gatherings at spacious common areas, quiet time in lounge areas, maintaining a healthy lifestyle through fitness classes, and cozying up with a good book in the library. Surely, resident will discover endless opportunities to build a comfortable lifestyle that suit your interests.

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Overview of Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community

Bay Lake Retirement Unlimited, Inc. has been providing exceptional senior living experiences since 1982, and their commitment to delivering a lifestyle that seniors have earned and deserve is unwavering. They understand that each individual has unique needs and preferences, which is why they offer Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care communities that are tailored to fit their residents’ personalities and make them feel comfortable. One of their most stunning communities, Bay Lake, is located in the scenic Virginia Beach, where the warm sea breeze, breathtaking views, and sunny days make it an ideal location for retirees.
At Bay Lake, every resident is treated with the utmost care and respect, and they offer a host of top-notch amenities to ensure that their residents’ needs are met. These amenities include a licensed nursing team available 24/7, housekeeping, scheduled transportation, a life enrichment program, utilities, heating and air conditioning in each apartment, access to City Park and Recreation Center, state-of-the-art fire and safety systems, routine and emergency apartment maintenance, and more. They also have a library stocked with books and a computer with internet access, and beautifully landscaped grounds with gardening areas and furnished verandas. With such a wide array of amenities, Bay Lake is undoubtedly one of the most innovative and thoughtfully designed senior residences in the country.

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Overview of Sunrise of Mclean Village

Sunrise of Mclean Village is a senior living community in McLean, Virginia, that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in a comfortable, maintenance-free environment. The community provides residents with personalized daily care, high-quality meals, and opportunities to socialize and make the most of their lives.

The staff at Sunrise of Mclean Village focuses on promoting the health and safety of all residents, using standardized practices to ensure a high quality of life with consistent, individualized care. The staff is available 24 hours a day for residents’ care and convenience, and they understand the importance of family participation, striving to keep residents’ families up to date and knowledgeable about their loved one’s care. In addition to providing daily living assistance, Sunrise of Mclean Village offers various programs for seniors to engage in, allowing them to participate in old hobbies, discover new interests, and stay physically and socially active as they age. The community is conveniently located near grocery stores, banks, pharmacies, restaurants, shopping centers, and parks, making it easy for residents to run errands and enjoy the local amenities.

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Overview of Sunrise of Richmond

Sunrise of Richmond, located in Richmond, VA, is a top-notch senior living community offering both memory care and assisted living services. Their memory care accommodation is thoughtfully designed with centralized layouts, motion sensors, and contrasting color schemes. These features aim to promote independence, and enhance wayfinding for residents. When it comes to memory care services, Sunrise of Richmond stands out with hyper-personalized care, including medication management and 24/7 staff availability for assistance. 

The community prioritizes comprehensive well-being through thorough care coordination with other healthcare providers.  Additionally, the lifestyle at Sunrise of Richmond is enriched with engaging activities, from brain teasers like crossword puzzles, trivia, and word searches to the artistic endeavor of flower arranging. Residents also enjoy outings to local attractions and cultural events, ensuring a well-rounded and fulfilling experience.

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Overview of Sunrise at Fair Oaks

Offering assisted living and memory care services near Great Falls, Sunrise of Fairfax is one of the best senior living facilities in the city. Contributing to recognizing the community’s overall excellent service and caregiving, residents feel at home due to the exceptional respect the staff has shown with a welcoming approach. Life at the Sunrise of Fairfax offers the opportunity and inspiration branded as a Sunrise lifestyle.

The senior living community’s services and amenities include activities and programs that promote a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that cultivate their golden years– weekly housekeeping and laundry, outings and activities, daily delicious and nutritious meals, and specialized programs. 

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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Kings Grant House

Commonwealth Senior Living at King’s Grant House in Virginia Beach is a beautiful senior assisted living community that is warm, inviting, and cozy. They have a staff of specially trained caregivers on site around-the-clock, so help is always available when needed, giving peace of mind to residents and their families.

For the safety and enjoyment of the residents, diligent team members keep the property immaculate by providing services like housekeeping, laundry, and dry cleaning. They also offer specialized care for incontinence, ambulatory, or diabetic needs and have qualified healthcare workers and therapists on site. Every day, freshly prepared home-cooked meals are served, offering everything from appetizing, chef-prepared meals to friendly, restaurant-style service. The helpful staff at this community works hard to ensure each resident has a positive, worthwhile experience by providing individualized care plans, therapy-driven activities, and practical living spaces. Memorycare.com has named this facility the best memory care facility in Norfolk and Virginia Beach for the year 2022. 

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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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Overview of Sunrise of Mclean

Sunrise of Mclean is a senior living community located in a convenient Northern Virginia location, offering a close-knit and sophisticated environment with diverse and engaging programs, fresh cuisine, and unique social events. The community’s room rates start at $6,658 per month, providing residents with a range of personalized assisted living services.

Guided by Sunrise’s Principles of Service, the community affords families peace of mind by providing seniors with assistance for activities of daily living, such as eating, bathing, dressing, and medication monitoring. Residents maintain the same privacy in their new home as they enjoyed in their own, while being encouraged to challenge themselves with the assistance they need. Sunrise of Mclean welcomes family and friends to be involved, visit frequently, and invite residents on outings to community events, fostering an innovative approach to senior care designed to maintain independence and dignity.

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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 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 283 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.