The Woodlands Retirement Community

20.7 miles from city center

Description

The sister community of The Gardens at Fair Oaks, The Woodlands, is the independent living option for seniors in Fairfax. The vibrant retirement home performs nothing less than extraordinary senior engagement in a resort-style setting. The upscale senior residences have maintained a warm, welcoming, family-like, dedicated approach to building a community and maintaining genuine connections.

The Woodlands is one of the trusted retirement communities in Northern Virginia, with top-notch senior care services delivered by a team of fantastic caregivers. Personalized care includes daily health checks and medication management, scheduled transportation, a planned list of classes and outings, respite stays, and stimulating activities. Amenities include an elegant dining room, a spacious game room, beautiful gardens, a patio, and a swimming pool.

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Details

Pets Allowed Yes, Pets Allowed

Room Sizes 1,451 / 1,894 sq. ft

Housing Options 2 Bed

Building Type Mid-rise

Amenities

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Type of Care Available

Independent Living

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Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC Plus)

VA Medicaid CCC Plus

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Virginia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
VA Specifics: Managed care model; high demand in urban areas.

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($65/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).

Virginia Respite Care Grant Program

VA Respite Grant

General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Virginia resident.
Income Limits: ~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
Asset Limits: $40,000 (individual).
VA Specifics: Limited grants; rural/urban balance.

Services: In-home respite (up to 30 days/year), adult day care (~$65/day), facility respite (up to 5 days).

Adult Services Program

Virginia Adult Services (AS)

General: Age 60+ (or disabled 18+), VA resident, need significant care (2+ ADLs), not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025): Varies by locality; typically < ~$2,510/month (200% FPL).
Asset Limits: Limited assets (excludes home, car); varies by DSS.
VA Specifics: Serves ~5,000 annually; focuses on low-income independence.

Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/week), adult day care (~$60/day), chore services, assessments, respite (~5 days/year).

Auxiliary Grant Program

Virginia Auxiliary Grant (AG)

General: Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), VA resident, living in approved ALF/foster care, SSI-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits (2025): ~$1,041/month (individual, SSI level + $20 disregard); higher with medical deductions.
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
VA Specifics: Serves 4,000; personal needs allowance ($90/month).

Services: Cash (~$1,400-$1,700/month in 2025, varies by region) for ALF/foster care costs; basic care included.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Virginia Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, VA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
VA Specifics: Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

Energy Assistance Program (EAP)

Virginia Energy Assistance Program

General: Age 60+ prioritized, VA resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
Asset Limits: Not assessed.
VA Specifics: Fuel, Crisis, Cooling components; serves ~100,000 households.

Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max), equipment repair (~$250).

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Virginia SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, VA resident.
Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
Asset Limits: Not specified.
VA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP/Goodwill partnership.

Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Virginia VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, VA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth).
VA Specifics: High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.

Property Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled

Virginia Property Tax Relief

General: Age 65+ or disabled, VA resident, homeowner, income/asset limits vary by locality.
Income Limits (2025): ~$50,000-$75,000/year (household, e.g., Fairfax: $72,000; Richmond: $50,000).
Asset Limits: Varies (e.g., Fairfax: $400,000 net worth; Richmond: $100,000).
VA Specifics: Offered in 90% of localities; saves ~$500-$2,000/year.