Page 15 of Best Senior Communities in Virginia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 442 senior communities in VA using VA Depts. of Social Services & Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities 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. 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. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
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.
Tall Oaks Assisted Living
SC
AL
MC
RC
Reston (Hunter Mill District)
165A-Yes 29 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMavis Adu 69.1% 2544%281.1
Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living
SC
IL
Leesburg
68A-No 36 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedJustin Roberts 69.1% 2544%251.0
Paramount Senior Living at Manassas
SC
AL
HC
HOS
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Manassas
125ANo 44 -Matthew Sutermesiter 47.2% 1331%131.0
Reflections-A Senior Living Community
SC
AL
Leesburg
42A-No 84 -Sheetal Patel 59.5% 1145%131.2
The Village at Woods Edge
SC
AL
IL
MC
Franklin
67A-Yes 57 -Lisa Turner 77.6% 650%91.5
The Ridge at Sterling
SC
AL
IL
RC
Sterling
80B+Yes 23 Studio / 1 BedPatricia Salao 81.3% 2654%371.4
The Huntington Assisted Living
SC
AL
RC
Newport News
52B+Yes 55 Studio / 1 BedMackenzie Mason 48.1% 450%71.8
Bickford of Chesterfield
SC
AL
MC
Midlothian
74C+Yes 54 Private RoomsEileen Kwak 75.7% 1457%402.9
The Hidenwood
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Newport News (Central Newport News)
125B-Yes 52 -Christopher Cook 70.4% 1173%242.2
Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House
SC
AL
MC
RC
Portsmouth
80CYes 15 Private Rooms / Companion SuitesLuke Peterson 91.3% 1694%432.7
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Overview of Tall Oaks Assisted Living

Tall Oaks Assisted Living provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Reston, VA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community opened in 1988 and has 165 beds. Residents live alongside more people, with more staff and usually more programming available. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options include a private studio for one resident, while the larger layouts can suit two people moving together. Assisted living and memory care are offered in the same community, so a resident whose needs grow over time may not need to move elsewhere.

Tall Oaks Assisted Living includes a memory care Center for residents receiving memory care and offers volunteer opportunities for residents who want to participate in service activities. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a companion animal. Mavis Adu is the administrator. Tall Oaks Assisted Living may be a good fit for someone who needs memory care or a short-term stay while a family caregiver is away or recovering.

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Overview of Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living

Settled in the peaceful community of Leesburg, VA, Hessler Heights is an uplifting senior living community that offers a relaxing environment for independent living. Residents can choose from a variety of floor plans for their ideal accommodation, including a studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments with 24-hour emergency pull cords for added safety. Committed to providing a supportive lifestyle, on-site managers stay within the community all day to make sure they can offer immediate assistance when residents need them.

Residents are presented with plenty of opportunities to live a full and meaningful life with vibrant and engaging activities and social outings. In addition, residents also enjoy access to amenities such as a resident travel program, fitness center, game room and library, and beautifully maintained walking paths and gardens to explore. With most of the chores handled, residents have plenty of time for exploration and doing what they love.

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Overview of Paramount Senior Living at Manassas

Paramount Senior Living at Manassas provides assisted living, Home Care, Hospice Care, Independent Living, Nursing Care, Respite Care, and Skilled Nursing in Manassas, VA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Independent Living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while Home Care supports a person in their own residence. Hospice Care supports end-of-life needs, and Skilled Nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Respite Care is available for short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. The range of care options may be a good fit for a resident whose needs change over time, because multiple care levels are available within the same community. Paramount Senior Living at Manassas has 125 beds, and Ms. Sarah Brunette serves as the administrator.

The starting price is $2,000 per month for a single occupancy room, giving families an initial room-cost figure for monthly planning. Housing includes private or companion suites; a companion suite can suit two people moving together or someone who wants to share with a companion. A salon and spa, health and fitness center, café, landscaped gardens, and outdoor areas for walking and relaxing give residents places for personal care, exercise, refreshments, and time outdoors.

Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are available alongside rehabilitation services, while skilled nursing visits and home health aide visits provide clinical and daily-living support. Activities run 7 days a week and are tailored to individual needs and strengths. Scheduled group transportation provides organized rides for group travel. The area has a Walk Score of 44 / 100 and is car-dependent, a quieter residential setting where most errands require a car or a ride.

Starting Price $2,000/Month

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Overview of Reflections-A Senior Living Community

Reflections-A Senior Living Community offers assisted living in Leesburg, VA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident lives in their own apartment.

With 42 beds, the community is smaller, which can suit someone who prefers a setting where staff and residents get to know each other. Ms. Sheetal Patel serves as the administrator.

Medication management helps residents receive assistance with organizing and taking prescribed medications. Dining includes three freshly prepared meals each day, along with snacks from the scratch kitchen, while a Walk Score of 84 means the area is very walkable and most errands can be completed on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently.

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Overview of The Village at Woods Edge

The Village at Woods Edge offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Franklin, VA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can change without leaving the community.

The community has 67 beds. Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while short-term rehab provides temporary rehabilitation. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet in the community.

A Walk Score of 57 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot; a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently. Ms. Lisa Turner serves as the administrator.

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The Ridge at Sterling

46555 Harry Byrd Hwy, Sterling, VA 20164
Overview of The Ridge at Sterling

Situated in Sterling, VA, The Ridge at Sterling offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care. The community supports private living while supporting residents with daily tasks, like medication management. Short-term stays are also welcome, providing temporary relief for families whose usual caregiver needs time away.

Administered by Patricia Salao, the community has 80 beds, with a current occupancy of 81.3%. Pets are allowed, so residents may be able to continue living with them.

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Overview of The Huntington Assisted Living

The Huntington Assisted Living provides assisted living and respite care in Newport News, VA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space. Respite care provides a short-term stay when a usual caregiver is traveling, recovering, or temporarily unavailable, making the community a possible fit for residents who need daily support or families arranging temporary care.

The community has 52 beds and offers studio and one-bedroom residences. A studio suits someone who prefers a single-room setting, while a one-bedroom provides a separate bedroom. Pets are allowed, including when a resident moves in. With a Walk Score of 55, some errands can be completed on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may reach select nearby destinations independently. Stephen Berczek serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Bickford of Chesterfield

Bickford of Chesterfield provides assisted living and memory care in Midlothian, VA. In assisted living, residents receive help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while living in a private room. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, and the Montessori Memory Care program is available specifically for residents with memory-related needs. The community has 74 beds, all with private rooms, so each resident has a single private living space.

Respite care is available for short-term stays, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover. With both assisted living and memory care, Bickford of Chesterfield can suit a resident whose care needs may grow while remaining in the same community. A salon, bistro, activity room, and outdoor courtyard provide places for personal care, dining, activities, and time outside; pets are allowed, and transportation is available. The area has a Walk Score of 54, described as somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select nearby destinations independently. Eileen Kwak serves as the administrator.

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Overview of The Hidenwood

The Hidenwood offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Newport News, VA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The Hidenwood has 125 beds. The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time, from independent living to assisted living or memory care, while respite care serves short-term needs. Located in the Central Newport News neighborhood, the community has a Walk Score of 52, considered somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot while other trips may require transportation. Pets are allowed, which means a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving in, and Christopher Cook serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House

Community Senior Living at Churchland House is a vibrant community in Portsmouth that provides seniors with a fulfilling and engaging lifestyle, promotes good health and well-being, and offers a sense of safety and belonging. The resident-centered community aims to provide quality service for its assisted living and memory care seniors, leading to a purposeful life experience during their golden years.

Commonwealth Senior Living prides itself on its 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.

Starting Price $4,410/Month

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Weighting overview

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    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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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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
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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
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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 Senior Communities in Virginia

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 442 senior communities in Virginia. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior 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 senior 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.

Senior Communities in Virginia at a glance

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: 94The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Virginia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90