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Best Senior Communities in Virginia

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 439 homes in Virginia

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Virginia Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Hickory Hill Retirement Community
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Burkeville
80
Facility 80
VA AVG 132
Rank #218 / 371
No
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 42
Rank #438 / 449
1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Laura D. Glasscock 91.3% A+1741.2%261.5
Our Lady of the Valley
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Roanoke (Gainsboro)
127
Facility 127
VA AVG 132
Rank #82 / 371
No
68
Facility 68
VA AVG 42
Rank #74 / 449
Studio / 1 BedMeagan Seale 87.4% A+2055%582.9
Sunrise of Hunter Mill
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Oakton
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 132
Rank #145 / 371
Yes
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 42
Rank #65 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Isha Subedi 71.0% A-988.9%161.8
Sunrise of Fairfax
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Fairfax (Boulevard Estates)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 132
Rank #125 / 371
Yes
61
Facility 61
VA AVG 42
Rank #105 / 449
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Jordan Kay 67.3% A-1656.3%231.4
Sunrise at Reston Town Center
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Reston (Hunter Mill District)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 132
Rank #125 / 371
Yes
84
Facility 84
VA AVG 42
Rank #36 / 449
Studio / 1 BedMs. Kanetha Breaux 62.6% A-1266.7%201.7
Brookdale at Home® Midlothian
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Midlothian
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 132
Rank #145 / 371
No
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 42
Rank #412 / 449
SuitePatrick Hines 29.0% A+1050%232.3
Sunrise of Alexandria
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Alexandria (Seminary Hill)
110
Facility 110
VA AVG 132
Rank #115 / 371
Yes
62
Facility 62
VA AVG 42
Rank #98 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedArin Burrell-Duru 65.5% A-825%40.5
The Harmony Collection at Roanoke – Assisted Living
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Roanoke (Southern Hills)
105
Facility 105
VA AVG 132
Rank #131 / 371
Yes
26
Facility 26
VA AVG 42
Rank #332 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedJenny Nicely 73.3% A+5154.9%1042.0
Sunrise at Fair Oaks
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Fairfax (Boulevard Estates)
107
Facility 107
VA AVG 132
Rank #125 / 371
Yes
49
Facility 49
VA AVG 42
Rank #180 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Jordan Kay-A-1656.3%00.0
Sunrise of Springfield
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Springfield
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 132
Rank #145 / 371
Yes
75
Facility 75
VA AVG 42
Rank #57 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMs. Anne Mccray 84.0% A-616.7%10.2
English Meadows
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Blacksburg (Farmview - Ramble)
110
Facility 110
VA AVG 132
Rank #115 / 371
No
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 42
Rank #374 / 449
Private RoomsPaul Englehart 80.9% A+4546.7%721.6
Brookdale Danville Piedmont
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Danville
99
Facility 99
VA AVG 132
Rank #159 / 371
No
45
Facility 45
VA AVG 42
Rank #208 / 449
Studio / 2 BedCarole Maxwell 45.5% A+6100%355.8
Sunrise of Arlington
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Arlington (Glebewood)
60
Facility 60
VA AVG 132
Rank #276 / 371
Yes
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 42
Rank #65 / 449
Studio / Suite / 2 BedMiss Rachel Jensen 80.0% A-966.7%182.0
Benchmark at Alexandria
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Alexandria (Alexandria West)
134
Facility 134
VA AVG 132
Rank #67 / 371
No
81
Facility 81
VA AVG 42
Rank #44 / 449
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedCarol L. Tarlowoh 47.8% F887.5%192.4
Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
120
Facility 120
VA AVG 132
Rank #93 / 371
Yes
47
Facility 47
VA AVG 42
Rank #193 / 449
1 BedMs. Julia Fretwell 57.5% A+977.8%252.8
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Spring Oak at Christiansburg

1140 W Main St, Christiansburg, VA 24073
Overview of Spring Oak at Christiansburg

Spring Oak Christiansburg, located in Christiansburg, VA, is a haven where residents and their families can find comfort, hope, and peace of mind in their journey to senior living. Through their independent living, assisted living, and memory care services, Spring Oak Christiansburg ensures all residents and their unique needs are met with a premium level of care. Spring Oak Christiansburg’s specialized memory care program, provides a deep understanding of the complexities of cognitive decline, ensuring memory care residents stay engaged and continue to flourish.

This community prides itself on its compassionate team of caregivers, who not only provide exceptional support but also serve as companions and advocates for each resident. Participating in music therapy sessions, reminiscence activities, or simply enjoying the company of fellow residents, individuals find happiness on this new journey.

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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville

Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville 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, which enhance residents’ quality of life. 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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Birmingham Green

8605 Centreville Rd, Manassas, VA 20110
Overview of Birmingham Green

Birmingham Green, an award-winning senior living community located in serene Manassas, VA., has been providing superb senior care for over 90 years, Recognized by Newsweek as one of Virginia’s Top 5 Nursing Homes for 2024, Birmingham Green offers a wide variety of living options including assisted living, skilled care, memory care, and long-term care.

Well-known for its ability to cater to a wide range of senior care needs, at Birmingham Green each resident is cared for based on a personalized care plan, ensuring tailored attention and individual support. The community takes pride in its in-house physical therapy and rehabilitation services which provide residents with convenient access to comprehensive healthcare right within their living environment.

Birmingham Green features two distinct assisted living communities, Willow Oaks and District Home, designed to offer a holistic approach to care. Residents benefit from a compassionate team dedicated to their well-being, ensuring that comfort, dignity, and quality of life are always prioritized.

The community boasts a vibrant atmosphere complete with an extensive list of engaging activities curated to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. From friendly contests and social gatherings to guest speakers, holiday celebrations, and community outings, Birmingham Green ensures there is always something enjoyable and stimulating for every resident.

Whether seeking assistance with daily activities, specialized memory care, or rehabilitation services, Birmingham Green remains committed to delivering exceptional care and creating a fulfilling senior living experience. Families trust Birmingham Green for its longstanding dedication to senior care excellence and its nurturing environment that promotes independence and happiness among residents.

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First Colonial Inn

845 First Colonial Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Overview of First Colonial Inn

Located on six wooded acres in the heart of Hilltop, First Colonial Inn is a serene senior living haven for seniors that captures the essence of a country inn combined with the elegance of a cruise ship. This sought-after community offers a range of living options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, all designed to meet the unique needs and preferences of each resident.

As part of living at the First Colonial Inn, residents are provided three meals a day, with option to cook their own in their respective apartments. Wellness is also highly valued in this senior living community, which is why they offer wellness assessments, their signature Art of Living Well® programs, balance and mobility programs, as well as scheduled transportation to medical appointments.

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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 The Harmony Collection at Roanoke – Assisted Living

A Harmony senior living community member, the assisted living home in Roanoke ensures a serene and harmonious environment. The name suggests that the residential lifestyle is supposed to be calming and balanced– a freeing lifestyle with the necessary support. The elegant community ensures its residents receive a strong sense of freedom with no shame of being able to receive additional assistance, mainly because, as a Harmony community, the assisted living place aims to elevate the lifestyle of its residents.

Placing comfort, convenience, and luxury at the heart of their world-class hospitality, seniors are guaranteed to live a stress-free and well-balanced lifestyle. Their amenities and services include laundry, transportation, healthy and savory chef-prepared meals, and fitness activities.

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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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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 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 5 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.