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The Kensington is very pricy. We moved mom in anyway for the activities. There was an adjustment period, and some care management changes that needed to be made. However, after one month we are on the right...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
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My mother has dementia and requires a lot of attention, but she is still very functional. We have moved her there a few months ago and we are extremely please with the entire environment. The staff is...
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, 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.
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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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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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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: 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.
In 1995, we started Cedar Creek because we saw a big gap in assisted living choicesfor people with dementia. We strongly believe people with memory loss feel safer and more secure in small homes like the ones they've lived in all their lives. At our homes in Montgomery County, our residents live...
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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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My loved one has really enjoyed her stay at this community, the staff have all been excellent at providing great around the clock care to my loved one. My mother really is enjoying her dinning experience and...
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.
Tysons Woods is a highly celebrated assisted living facility located in beautiful downtown Vienna, Virginia. The home is nestled in a cozy little suburban area, just a short distance away from a large shopping center and the downtown historic part of the city. The home prides itself in offering...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
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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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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
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.
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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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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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.
In 1995, we started Cedar Creek because we saw a big gap in assisted living choicesfor people with dementia. We strongly believe people with memory loss feel safer and more secure in small homes like the ones they've lived in all their lives. At our homes in Montgomery County, our residents live...
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized 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 Walker Chapel, VA

The average cost of senior living in Walker Chapel 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 Walker Chapel, VA vs. nearby cities

Walker Chapel, VA
$5,725/mo

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

Walker Chapel, VA
$5,725/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Walker Chapel vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,725/mo
$6,863/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Walker Chapel, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,304/mo
Private
$6,069/mo
Studio
$7,544/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,872/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,665/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,500/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Walker Chapel, 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 Walker Chapel.

What families are saying about assisted living in Walker Chapel

Recent reviews for assisted living in Walker Chapel

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

Friendly and Caring Staff. Reviews for Sunrise of Vienna and Vitality Living Arlington frequently mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff, who go above and beyond to create a welcoming and supportive environment for residents and their families.
Excellent Communication with Families. Families express appreciation for the clear and consistent communication they receive from staff members at Sunrise of Vienna, The Terraces at Tuckerman Lane, and Sunrise of McLean Village, ensuring they are always informed of their loved ones' well-being and care needs.
Engaging Activities and Social Events. Residents at Fox Hill, Sunrise of Hunter Mill, and Sunrise of Alexandria enjoy a wide range of activities designed to keep them active, engaged, and connected to their community, from games and exercise classes to outings and entertainment.
High-Quality Food and Dining Experiences. Throughout the reviews, the quality of the food and dining experiences offered at communities like Fox Hill, Independence Court of Hyattsville, and The Landing at Alexandria stand out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction.
Modern and Well-Maintained Facilities. Residents and families at Sunrise Braddock Glen, Malta House, and Sunrise of Bluemont Park praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, with many commenting on the modern amenities and thoughtful design.
Individualized Care and Attention. Families of residents at Sunrise of Hunter Mill, Vitality Living Arlington, and Modena Reserve at Kensington express gratitude for the individualized care and attention their loved ones receive, allowing them to thrive in their new living environment.
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Walker Chapel review score based on 466 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 466 reviews of 99 Walker Chapel assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Walker Chapel 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

Walker Chapel review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Walker Chapel, VA99 facilities
8.6
Falls Church, VA106 facilities
8.7

Review subcategories for Walker Chapel 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 466 reviews of 99 Walker Chapel assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Walker Chapel 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.
Walker Chapel, 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
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4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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Walker Chapel assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Walker Chapel assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Walker Chapel, 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 Walker Chapel 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 Walker Chapel that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Walker Chapel, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.3%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.9%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.4%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.6%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.8%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.3%
44.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Walker Chapel 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 Walker Chapel Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Walker Chapel, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.6%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.2%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.9%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.9%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Walker Chapel 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 Walker Chapel partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Walker Chapel, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.6%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.3%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Walker Chapel 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 Walker Chapel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Walker Chapel, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.2%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.1%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
42%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.5%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Walker Chapel 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 Walker Chapel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Walker Chapel, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
49.1%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.1%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.9%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.6%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.4%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.1%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.2%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50.9%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
32.1%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.8%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Walker Chapel

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 Walker Chapel protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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

There are 121 assisted living facilities near Walker Chapel, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Walker Chapel, 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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