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Unfortunately my loved one was only here very briefly before her care needs increased to the point where she needed a skilled nursing facility, but overall I thought they did a good job for the level of care...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Labier Assisted Living  has two small (8 residents) homes in  quiet residential neighborhoods. Specializing in taking care of people who have memory impairments, Labier Assisted Living  provides continuity of care by staff who have been employed for over 6 years and...
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My father moved into the Hermitage in early Sept 2018. We couldn't be more happy. I was looking for a place for my Dad and after talking to [name removed] I basically stopped my search. She was so lovely and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northern Virginia, the Hermitage is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering various levels of care and services that promote an independent lifestyle regardless of needs. A not-for-profit community, owned and operated by Virginia United...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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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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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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of assisted living in Newington Forest, VA

The average cost of senior living in Newington Forest is $6,136 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Alexandria, VA with an average of $5,726 per month.

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

Newington Forest, VA
$6,136/mo
$6,172/mo

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

Newington Forest, VA
$6,136/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,136/mo
$6,986/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,153/mo
Private
$6,750/mo
Studio
$6,721/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,321/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,793/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,500/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Newington 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 Newington Forest.

What families are saying about assisted living in Newington Forest

Recent reviews for assisted living in Newington 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

Newington Forest review score based on 217 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 217 reviews of 44 Newington Forest assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Newington 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

Newington Forest review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Newington Forest, VA44 facilities
8.5
Crosspointe, VA46 facilities
8.5
South Run, VA49 facilities

Review subcategories for Newington 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 217 reviews of 44 Newington Forest assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Newington 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.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
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4.1
4.1
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Newington Forest assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Newington Forest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Newington 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 Newington 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 Newington Forest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Newington Forest, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.6%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.4%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.6%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
91.7%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.8%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.6%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.7%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Newington 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 Newington Forest Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Newington Forest, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.8%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.2%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.6%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Newington 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 Newington Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Newington Forest, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.8%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.2%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
52.1%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.2%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.2%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Newington 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 Newington Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Newington Forest, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.8%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.9%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
47.9%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.1%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Newington 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 Newington Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Newington Forest, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
54.2%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.9%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.9%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.1%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
56.3%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
39.6%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.1%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.2%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Newington 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 Newington Forest protect seniors.

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

There are 55 assisted living facilities near Newington Forest, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Newington 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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