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I entrusted my mothers care to Potomac Grace as soon as I met the director. Her compassion for her residents and genuine concern for their well being is truly evident. She passes those traits along to her...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I am so very happy with the care my mother gets here, there are only 4 residents so the individual one-on-one care is fabulous. They take my mother out shopping with them, I know she is secure in a home...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of assisted living in Franklin Forest, VA

The average cost of senior living in Franklin Forest is $5,725 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Alexandria, VA with an average of $5,726 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Franklin Forest, VA vs. nearby cities

Franklin Forest, VA
$5,725/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Franklin Forest, VA vs. the state and national average

Franklin Forest, VA
$5,725/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Franklin Forest vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,725/mo
$6,878/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Franklin Forest, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,365/mo
Private
$6,171/mo
Studio
$7,544/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,959/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,753/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,500/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Franklin Forest, VA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Franklin Forest.

What families are saying about assisted living in Franklin Forest

Recent reviews for assisted living in Franklin Forest

Modena Reserve at Kensington

5.0
I think all 7 categories meet the mark, but they should, since this an upscale facility and more costly than others. The staff is terrific. My wife has difficult Lewy body dementia and the facility does well. I'm happy with it.

Forest Hills of DC in Washington, DC

4.6
My sister has lived at Forest Hills in the Health Care Center for a while. Before the pandemic, they had wonderful activities as well as great nursing care. In the pandemic they have done an incredible job to keep everyone safe, to figure out ways to have safe activities and/or virtual or safe ...
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Brookdale Lake Ridge in Woodbridge, VA

5.0
We give them 5's across the board. My dad's case was difficult. They were very open and candid and supportive and caring. We are grateful to have had chosen them. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far and I have already recommended them

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews for Sunrise Braddock Glen, Brookdale Potomac, Sunrise of Fairfax, and Sunrise of Hunter Mill mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff. Families express appreciation for the long-term relationships developed between residents and their caregivers.
Active and engaging activities. Communities like Sunrise Braddock Glen, Sunrise of Bethesda, and Sunrise of Hunter Mill offer a wide range of activities for residents, such as games, social events, and outings to nearby attractions, keeping them engaged and active.
Professional and consistent communication. Reviews for Sunrise of Vienna, Vitality Living Arlington, and Elancé at Alexandria highlight clear and effective communication between communities and families, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are being met.
Individually tailored care plans. Reviews for Sunrise of Bluemont Park, The Landing at Alexandria, and Fox Hill mention the accommodating nature of caregivers, who create personalized care plans for residents based on their unique needs.
High-quality and diverse dining experiences. Throughout reviews, food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Sunrise of McLean Village, Aarondale Community, and The Providence Fairfax, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences to make mealtimes enjoyable fo ...
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Thoughtfully designed facilities. Residents and families praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities like Tall Oaks Assisted Living, The Terraces at Tuckerman Lane, and Modena Reserve at Kensington, with some commenting specifically on the comfortable and homely feel of their living spaces.
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Franklin Forest review score based on 484 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 484 reviews of 97 Franklin Forest assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Franklin Forest review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Franklin Forest review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Franklin Forest, VA97 facilities
8.6
Falls Church, VA106 facilities
8.7

Review subcategories for Franklin Forest assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 484 reviews of 97 Franklin Forest assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Franklin Forest resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Franklin Forest, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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Franklin Forest assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Franklin Forest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Franklin Forest, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Franklin Forest assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Franklin Forest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Franklin Forest, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.8%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.2%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.9%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.3%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Franklin Forest assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Franklin Forest Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Franklin Forest, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.3%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.6%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.4%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Franklin Forest assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Franklin Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Franklin Forest, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.2%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.3%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
56.5%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.9%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Franklin Forest assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Franklin Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Franklin Forest, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.7%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.5%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
43.5%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Franklin Forest assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Franklin Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Franklin Forest, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
51.9%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.9%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.1%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.4%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.6%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.7%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.5%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.9%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
52.8%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.7%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.9%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Franklin Forest

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Franklin Forest protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Avalon House on Oakview Drive, Avalon House on Woodacre Drive and Avalon House on Laburnum Street are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Franklin Forest, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 121 assisted living facilities near Franklin Forest, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Franklin Forest, Virginia are Avalon House on Dominion Crest, Avalon House on Laburnum Street and Avalon House on Oakview Drive. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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