Page 25 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. 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.
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.
Sunrise at Fair Oaks
SC
AL
MC
RC
Fairfax (Boulevard Estates)
107Yes 49 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedJordan Kay-1861%--
Covenant Woods
SC
AL
IL
Mechanicsville
60Yes 35 -Carrie Davis 83.3% 1100%1313.0
Colonial Manor
SC
AL
MC
Williamsburg
85No 80 -Dr. Pedro Becerra 28.2% 1100%4040.0
Emily Green Shores Assisted
SC
AL
Portsmouth (Midtown)
39No 13 -Maria Irlinger 69.2% 1100%2727.0
The Warren
SC
AL
MC
RC
Woodstock
45No 44 -Lori Myrtle 80.0% 1100%5757.0
Cardinal Senior Communities
SC
AL
MC
RC
Bedford
57No 65 -Hollie Bruffy 64.9% 1100%4747.0
Golden Years & More Assisted Living
SC
AL
Manassas
8No 19 Private RoomsPhilip Calubaquib 37.5% 1100%3030.0
Harpers Station Yorktown
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Yorktown
100Yes 44 -Seth Kenny 77.0% 1100%2020.0
Brandon Oaks
SC
AL
HC
MC
NH
SNF
Sw Roanoke
80Yes--Jessica White 46.3% 1100%1111.0
Blue Ridge Christian Homes – Raphine
SC
AL
NH
Raphine
20No-Private / Shared RoomsPamela Campbell 50.0% 1100%4242.0
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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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Covenant Woods

7090 Covenant Woods Drive, Mechanicsville, VA 23111
Overview of Covenant Woods

Located on Woodruff Farm Road in Columbus, Georgia, Covenant Woods is a 29-bed independent living community. The setting offers a quieter residential atmosphere with moderate walkability. The community has beeen operating for 41 years and has had a long-standing presence in local senior care.

Independent living is the focus here. Residents maintain their own homes and daily routines, and they have access to community and services. Many choose this type of setting because they want to remain active and independent. This arrangement often appeals to older adults who are active and prefer a self-directed lifestyle. The community’s 41-year history reflects continuity and stability over time.

The surrounding area scores 56 out of 100 for walkability. Some errands and nearby amenities can be reached on foot. Many trips, however, still require a vehicle. That balance may appeal to residents and families who prefer a residential neighborhood rather than a more urban environment.

Recent complaint investigations found no deficiencies or rule violations. Regulatory reviews have shown compliance with state oversight standards. For families exploring Covenant Woods, taking a tour can provide a better understanding of the independent living model. The community’s floor plan, daily atmosphere, and available amenities are often easier to evaluate firsthand.

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Colonial Manor

8679 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Overview of Colonial Manor

Colonial Manor provides assisted living and memory care in Williamsburg, VA. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The two care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the same community as care needs change.

Colonial Manor opened in 2000 and has 85 beds. Dr. Pedro Becerra serves as the administrator. Respite care is available for short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover.

On-site physicians, medication management, onsite prescriptions, mobile X-ray and lab service, and rehabilitation services give residents access to medical and therapy support without arranging every service independently. Transportation for medical appointments is available, so residents can use a community transportation option for those visits. Homemade meals and ongoing events and activities are also part of daily life at the community.

A Walk Score of 80 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Colonial Manor may be a good fit for someone who needs assisted living or memory care and whose family may also need a short-term respite stay.

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Overview of Golden Years & More Assisted Living

Golden Years & More Assisted Living is an eight bed assisted living community in Manassas, VA. Its smaller size may suit a resident who prefers a setting where staff and residents can get to know one another, while private rooms give each person a personal living space. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks while the resident continues living in their own room.

Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Short term rehabilitation supports a temporary period of recovery, and rehabilitation services are available. Outside hospice and home health services are welcomed, so residents can continue receiving those services while living in the community.

Residents can use a beauty salon and library, along with covered patio seating, picnic tables, and gardens for outdoor sitting or dining. Activities include pet therapy, church services, bingo, and live music. Meals include dishes such as pork chops, gumbo, soups, and salads from a menu created by an experienced dietary supervisor. Mr. Philip Calubaquib serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Emily Green Shores Assisted

Emily Green Shores Assisted Living Facility offers cozy, home-like residential living. Tranquility surrounds your environment with a family-like atmosphere, contributing to an inspiring and relaxing experience in the nurturing home. Emily Green boasts a home with delightful hospitality that encourages residents to live on their terms while receiving quality service from the dedicated care staff.

The assisted living home offers seniors a simple lifestyle, encouraging independence and individuality. Accommodations include daily home-cooked meals, recreational activities, medication management, ADLs, housekeeping, and transportation services.

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Overview of Cardinal Senior Communities

Cardinal Senior Communities offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Bedford, VA. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and respite care gives a family a short stay option when their usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available here. That may suit a resident whose needs change over time or a family arranging temporary care. The community has 57 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where staff and residents can get to know each other. The starting price is $2,300 per month, giving families a baseline monthly figure, although the confirmed facts do not connect that amount to a specific care level.

Residents can use the full service dining experience and full service salon on site, keeping meals and personal grooming within the community. Handicap accessible transportation is also available for residents who need accessible travel. A Walk Score of 65 is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands independently.

Hollie E. Bruffy serves as the administrator.

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Overview of The Warren

The Warren provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Woodstock, VA. Assisted living includes help with activities of daily living and medication assistance, while memory care provides supervision in a setting designed for residents living with dementia. Respite care offers a short-term stay for someone whose usual caregiver is traveling or recovering, and the combination of assisted living and memory care can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 45 beds, making The Warren a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Studio Suite, Private Suite, and Companion Suite accommodations are available; a Companion Suite can suit two people moving together or someone who wants a roommate. Ms. Lori Myrtle serves as the administrator.

Residents can spend time in the courtyard overlooking a duck-filled pond, providing an outdoor place to sit and enjoy the surrounding view. Rehabilitation services are also available for residents who need therapy as part of their care. The Warren may be a good fit for someone who needs a smaller assisted living or memory care community, or for a family seeking short-term respite care.

The area has a Walk Score of 44, a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. That means a resident who no longer drives will generally need transportation for routine shopping and other errands.

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Overview of Harpers Station Yorktown

Harpers Station Yorktown offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Yorktown, VA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care provides a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, or for a family caregiver who needs temporary support. Harpers Station Yorktown has 100 beds. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep pets in the community.

Restaurant-style dining with chef-prepared meals gives residents prepared meals in a restaurant-style setting. An indoor swimming pool, fitness center, and beauty salon or barber provide places for exercise, swimming, and grooming within the community. Social and wellness programs, along with crafts and game rooms, give residents scheduled activities to join. Scheduled transportation supports planned trips for residents who need a ride.

Rehabilitation services and short-term rehabilitation are available for temporary recovery needs. Seth Kenny serves as the administrator and director. A Walk Score of 44 describes a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride, so residents who no longer drive would need transportation for those errands.

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Brandon Oaks

3804 Brandon Avenue Sw, Roanoke, VA 24018
Overview of Brandon Oaks

Brandon Oaks offers assisted living, memory care, home care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing services in Roanoke, Virginia. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a personal living space, while memory care offers a supervised setting for someone who needs support related to dementia. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care.

Home care allows services to be delivered in a resident’s home, and nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing services in a residential setting. Independent living, rehabilitation, inpatient therapies, and outpatient services are also available. The range of living and care options may suit a resident whose needs change over time, with access to different levels of support within the same community.

Brandon Oaks has 80 beds, and pets are allowed. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Specific programs include Living Independently, The Oaks Club, Home Health, Nursing and Rehabilitation, Inpatient Therapies, Outpatient Services, and The Rehab Process; Jessica White serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Blue Ridge Christian Homes – Raphine

Spend your golden years without worries in the trusted community of Blue Ridge Christian Homes – Raphine located in the serene neighborhood of Beulah Drive, Raphine, VA, that offers assisted living. The community strives to accommodate up to 20 residents, providing them with the highest quality of care and assistance, accompanied by purposely designed accommodations for better comfort and convenience. Delivering trusted care for over 24 years, residents are guaranteed to make every moment of their best years count.

With a jam-packed calendar of fun-filled activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and create social connections. The community handles the housekeeping, meal preparation, and other daily living activities for residents to have more time to focus on the things they truly enjoy. Retain independence without worries for daily responsibilities with the community’s utmost support and welcoming spaces.

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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.

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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
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 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